Outdoors things to do in Charlottesville

We rank 7 outdoor things to do in Charlottesville, United States. The highest scoring is Shenandoah National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour with an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $8 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
7
In the 90+ Club
0
Available today
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From
$8

Outdoors in Charlottesville compared

Top 7 outdoor things to do in Charlottesville by Outty Ranking, price, duration and traveler rating
ExperienceOutty RankingFromDurationRating
Shenandoah National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour70$144h4.4/5 (120)
Private Wine Tours Transportation from 3 People and More58$2805h4.4/5 (28)
Self Guided Audio Tour Skyline Drive and Shenandoah NP52$154h3.5/5 (2)
Crozet Virginia Winery and Bike Tour Experience50$2206h5/5 (1)
Shenandoah National Park Self Guided Driving Tour North to South50$82.1h0/5 (0)
Chains, Coffins, & Curses: Charlottesville Ghost Tours47$261h3.3/5 (21)
4-Day Tennessee Smoky Mountain Tour from NYC42$97996h0/5 (0)

Every outdoors experience we rank in Charlottesville

Outdoors in Charlottesville: common questions

What are the best outdoors things to do in Charlottesville?
Shenandoah National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100 from 120 traveler reviews. Private Wine Tours Transportation from 3 People and More, Self Guided Audio Tour Skyline Drive and Shenandoah NP, Crozet Virginia Winery and Bike Tour Experience follow close behind. We rank 7 outdoors experiences in Charlottesville in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Charlottesville cost?
Expect around $220 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is Shenandoah National Park Self Guided Driving Tour North to South from $8, and prices climb for small-group departures, skip-the-line access and evening slots.
Can I book outdoors activities in Charlottesville for today?
Yes. 7 of the 7 top-ranked outdoors experiences we track in Charlottesville currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book in the morning where you can.
How does Outty rank outdoors experiences in Charlottesville?
Every experience gets an Outty Ranking from 0 to 100 built from traveler sentiment, review depth, recent booking momentum, value against comparable outdoors options in Charlottesville, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Anything scoring 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.
When is the best time to visit Charlottesville?
Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Charlottesville, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities.