Museums in Virginia

A good museum can artfully bring together elements of both fun and education. A visit to one is a terrific way to spend an hour or even an entire afternoon. At UpTake, we can help you find the perfect museums in Virginia for any interest. Whether you are looking to get lost in the galleries of a great art museum or be awed by natural history and science, you'll find it here.

Top Locations for Museums in Virginia

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AMuseum of the Confederacy

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  • The Museum and the White House are located adjacent to each other on Clay Street in Downtown Richmond. It is very hard to find and parking is a total pain. Construction is everywhere, which only co... more on Tripadvisor
  • I was blown away by the items on display at the Museum of the Confederacy. You can see the dress uniform ... more on Tripadvisor
Museum of the Confederacy
1201 E. Clay Street Richmond
VA 23219

Estimated Price: From $3

BGadsby's Tavern Museum

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  • Alexandria was at the crossroads of early ... more on frommers.com
  • Overview Gadsby's Tavern Museum consists of two buildings, a ca. 1785 tavern and the 1792 ... more on oha.alexandriava.gov
Gadsby's Tavern Museum
Gadsby's Tavern Museum
138 N. Royal Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314

Estimated Price: From $20

CCarlyle House

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  • this is one of the most romantic place to take your significant ... more on judysbook.com
  • Combine this with a tour of nearby Gadsby's Tavern and nearby Christ Church and you'll ... more on yelp.com
Carlyle House
Carlyle House
121 N. Fairfax Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314

Estimated Price: From $2

DGeorge Washington Masonic Memorial

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  • Overview Dedicated to the memory of George Washington-Patriot, ... more on Museum Stuff
  • Overview The George Washington Masonic Memorial is a combination of all the following: Colossal Memorial and Museum; ... more on gwmemorial.org
George Washington Masonic Memorial
101 Callahan Drive
Alexandria, Virginia 22301

EPoint of Honor

  • Overview One of Virginia's most remarkable Federal style mansions, this ... more on Wcities
  • Overview One of Virginia's most remarkable Federal style mansions, this historic ... more on Yahoo! Travel
Point of Honor
Point of Honor
112 Cabell Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504-1211

FMount Vernon Estate and Gardens

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  • This was one of the "must dos" for our family at Christmas in Washington (the others being the Nutcracker and A Christmas Carol at Ford's Theater). You begin with a bonfire, ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Overview Mount Vernon was the beloved home of George and Martha Washington from the time of their marriage in 1759 until General Washington's death in 1799. He worked tirelessly to expand his plantation fro... more on gocitykids.com
Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Mount Vernon, Virginia 22121

GMaggie L. Walker National Historic Site

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  • Overview Richmond, VA. is home to many famous Americans including one of the nation’s great ... more on nps.gov
  • Overview The daughter of a former slave, Maggie L. Walker was a gifted woman who achieved success in the world of finance and business and rose to become the first woman bank president in the country. Origi... more on frommers.com
Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site
Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site
110 1/2 East Leigh Street Richmond Virginia

HVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

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Yahoo! Travel
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Yelp
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Frommers
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  • This aquarium/musuem shows its age and it's not aging well. The sheer volume ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Andy's right - this place is a bargain. $20 for two tickets, including my AAA discount. ... more on yelp.com
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
717 General Booth Boulevard
Virginia Beach, VA 23451-4811

Estimated Price: From $3

ILee Chapel and Museum

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  • In the basement of the chapel is the crypt where Gen. Robert E. Lee, members of his family, and even Traveller (his ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Overview Since the days of Robert E. Lee, Lee Chapel has been at the heart of life on the campus of Washington and Lee University. Imbued with tradition, ... more on chapelapps.wlu.edu
Lee Chapel and Museum
Lee Chapel and Museum
11 University Place Lexington
VA 24450

JFort Collier Civil War Center

  • Overview The Fort Collier Civil War Center, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation ... more on fortcollier.com
Fort Collier Civil War Center
Fort Collier Civil War Center
922 Martinsburg Pike Winchester
VA 22601