Charlottesville, VA

RESTAURANTS

• Duner's - One of Charlottesville's best! No reservations allowed, but the wait is worth it!
• Ivy Inn - tucked away from campus, this is a great spot for dinner. Reservations required.
• Boar's Head Inn - great lodge and dining just a bit outside of town.
• Michie Tavern - old historic spot from the Jefferson era.
• Crozet Pizza - worth the drive through the Virginia countryside.
• Big Jim's BBQ - great local BBQ spot!
• Northern Exposure - seating on the top deck is great during the spring or fall
• Casella's - close to the John Paul Jones arena. What this spot lack's in curbside appeal it makes up for it with great Italian food.
• Vivace - Fantastic environment, especially the outdoor seating. Italian food.
• Guadalajara - good cheap Mexican food - several locations.

MARKETS

• Bell Air - Don't let the gas station fool you, just grab sandwiches to go. The Farmington is one of their best!
• Hotcakes - another great spot to grab food for wine country/picnics.

THE CORNER

• Michael's Bistro - get a spot on the deck overlooking the Corner. Outstanding beer selection.
• The White Spot - Order a Gusburger. A favorite "late-nite" eating spot for students.
• Little John's - open 24 hours. Good sandwiches.
• Biltmore - great outdoor seating for dinner or drinks.
• Coupe de Ville's - outdoor seating is great, but can get crowded. Locals play acoustic here.
• St. Maarten's - check out the local mug collection
• The Virginian - small, quaint spot for a drink or food.
• Baja Bean - known more for their drinks then Mexican food.
• Bodo's Bagels - an institution in Charlottesville. Plan on waiting in line, but it will move quickly.

BREAKFAST/COFFEE

• Bodo's Bagels - see above
• Greenberry's Cofee - local shop with locations on grounds and off.

LODGING

• Boar's Head Inn - one of the best hotels in the area.
• Omni - near downtown mall
• Courtyard by Marriott - Main St. location close to Grounds
• Hampton Inn - Main St location is close to Grounds

ACTIVITIES

• University of Virginia - a must see if you are in Central Virginia. Spend a few hours walking around Grounds, visit the Lawn, catch a game at Scott Stadium, John Paul Jones Arena or Klockner Stadium.
• Visit Monticello - home of Thomas Jefferson
• Golfing at Birdwood Golf Course
• Visit the Downtown Mall - Friday's After 5 is a great summertime tradition, Tour hear for a large outdoor
• Wine Tasting - Jefferson Vineyards, Oakencroft,
• The Foxfield Races - Steeplechase races in the Spring and Fall. Spring attracts a large undergraduate contingent, while the Fall Races are typically a less crowded option.
• Tubing on the James River - beat the summer heat with a float down the James River.