Historic sites in Virginia

The state of Virginia has a long and vibrant history and the historic sites in Virginia are a popular tourist draw. To help you discover these historical places we've pulled together an interesting list of sites which you can explore through our interactive map above links below.

There’s a great selection of historic sites in Virginia and you can plan some interesting things to see on your trips by browsing our selection. Once you’ve explored the Historic Sites in Virginia you can use our itinerary planner tool to plan out your trip, print off a free pocket guidebook and take your very own Virginia history tour.

Our database of historic places is growing all the time, but we may not cover them all. Remember, if you know of other Historic Sites in Virginia, you can always add them to Historvius now by visiting our upload page.

Historical sites in Virginia : Site Index

Appomattox County Court
One of the most important historic sites in Virginia, Appomattox was the village where Robert E. Lee surrendered in 1865, ending the US Civil War.
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Chancellorsville Battlefield
Chancellorsville Battlefield was the site of General Robert E. Lee’s “greatest victory” in 1863 during the Civil War.
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Cold Harbor
Cold Harbor was the site Robert E. Lee’s final victories in the Civil War and is one of the important historical sites of Virginia.
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Colonial National Park
English Colonial America started and ended in the area now known as Colonial National Park.
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Colonial Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg is the recreation of the 18th century capital of Virginia.
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Ellwood Plantation
The Ellwood Plantation is the site of General Stonewall Jackson’s arm which was buried there after he was wounded in the Battle of Chancellorsville.
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Fredericksburg Battlefield
One of many military historic sites in Virginia, Fredericksburg Battlefield is an important site of the American Civil War, where the Confederates defeated the Unionists in a fierce battle in 1862.
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Historic Jamestowne
Historic Jamestowne was the location of the first successful English colony in America in 1607.
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Jackson Shrine
Guinea Station, the lone white building where General Thomas ’Stonewall’ Jackson died.
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Monticello
One of the most interesting historic sites in Virginia, Monticello was the creation and long-time home of Thomas Jefferson.
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Museum of the Confederacy
The Museum of the Confederacy chronicles the history of the seceded states under the Confederate government.
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National Museum of the Civil War Soldier
The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier explores the experiences of those who fought in the American Civil War.
Richmond National Battlefield Park
Richmond National Battlefield Park in Virginia was a focal point of the American Civil War and the capital of the Confederacy.
Stonewall Jackson Grave
This site is the grave of Thomas Jonathan ’Stonewall’Jackson.
The James Madison Museum
The James Madison Museum in Orange, Virginia explores the life and legacy of the fourth US president.
US National Museum of the Marine Corps
The US National Museum of the Marine Corps chronicles the history of the Marines and their roles in various world conflicts.
Yorktown Battlefield
One of the most important historical sites in Virginia, Yorktown Battlefield is the location of the final major battle of the American Revolution.
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