Lynchburg is full of both history and breathtaking views. When you’re here, take in quiet vistas, pop into a coffee shop or two, and discover the real beauty of our city. You’ll quickly realize why so many people have chosen to call Lynchburg “home” and why so many people have such a hard time leaving.

Located where the Piedmont Plateau meets the Blue Ridge Mountains and between the cities of Lynchburg and Roanoke, Bedford retains its authentic rural beauty and charm. It’s also home to amazing experiences, from visiting the National D-Day Memorial to relaxing at Smith Mountain Lake. There’s more outdoor adventure than you can imagine, all in Bedford, Virginia.

No matter where they originate, visitors to Poplar Forest will be able to take in the stunning, natural landscape of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Whether on the drive in or the drive home, visitors can “take the scenic route,” by driving part of the 469 mile route, hiking the trials or camping along the way.

Bedford’s historic district is full of many hidden gems, indicative of the distinct charm of a small town in America. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Poplar Forest visitors are sure to find this elegant place well worth visiting, full of cultural and historic landmarks, restaurants and unique shopping experiences.

Fueled by fortunes built on trade, tobacco, and manufacturing, Lynchburg was once one of the nation’s wealthiest communities per capita. The Downtown Walking Architectural Tour features extraordinary buildings in a diverse array of architectural styles including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, modernist and Neoclassical.

Anne Spencer devoted her life to improving the lives of African Americans in the Lynchburg community. Her house and garden were designated a Virginia Historic Landmark in 1976, as well as a Historic Landmark by the Association for the Study for Afro-American Life and History.