It was nostalgic. It people were friendly and helpful. I purchased a souvenir as I grew up…read morewatching the show. The backstory of what went into the stunts and how a lot of it was trial and error and memorization was interesting. The hardest part was realizing my own naivety and flat out ignorance as it related to the confederate heritage that undergirded the show. From the car, the flag and heritage the theme of the show aimed to keep alive was tough to come to terms with and at the same time reminded me of the innocence of being a child and just enjoying the action and comedic experience the show brought. I bought a souvenir and I haven't even unpacked it almost a month later.

I would have pictures of the food but we never got any. 2…read morehour wait My dad got his food but I wouldn't recommend it, Because it's soaked in oil and butter Never come here.

I enjoyed this 3 hour sunset Trough ride much more than I expected. Very relaxing and cozy…read moretrains. The employees were exceptional, friendly & enthusiastic. Saw so many eagles & it was fun seeing everyone get excited about it. A young George Washington was spotted in the woods & boarded our train to tell us about his time surveying the area. He walked to each car, posing for photos & answering questions. Interesting to learn he was the one who named the Trough. Basic cars to very fancy ones but I enjoyed the time in the open car the most. If planning on staying in your seat I would recommend getting the river side seats. Views are beautiful. There is a little gift shop on the train as well as a bigger one at the station. Also a snack bar on the train. I enjoyed the dining experience, food was okay. Only negative comment is the narrator was very monotone and hard to understand.

My husband, Sister, and I took the Potomac Eagle All Day Petersburg trip on June 27, 2026. For my…read morehusband and myself, this was our second "Ride to the End of the Line" and although our first trip was great, this one exceeded any expectations we had; it was a wonderful all-around experience. There are three reasons this Potomac Eagle experience is worth repeating, and why the value is exceptional: 1. First and Foremost: The Potomac Railroad Employees From first contact to disembarking upon return to Wapacomo Station the employees made us feel welcome and valued. Although all of the employees were great, three young men stood out among their peers...Lucas, Carlos and Kalib made our trip a truly memorable experience. Immediately upon boarding, they offered us coffee or tea and throughout the day, they not only checked-in to see how we were doing, they stopped by and talked to us. I watched them treat other guests in our car the same. When we learned these young men were working their first jobs, we were amazed; they truly epitomized superior customer service. In today's world, I rarely see such outstanding care and service. Potomac Eagle is doing something right; other service providers could learn from the Potomac Eagle version of excellence. 2. Second: Superior Food throughout the trip Since we were on the all day trip, our reservation included breakfast and lunch appetizers with a small treat before we disembarked at Petersburg. Upon reboarding, Lucas and Carlos immediately welcomed us back with coffee and Arnold Palmer (lemonade-sweet tea) drinks. They kept our cups and glasses full for the entire return trip. The true value from our trip, however, was our Superior Dining experience. Chef William prepared a four-star, four-course dinner (Superior Dining class) that will bring me back later this summer for another excursion. We had beef tenderloin and Chilean Sea Bass w/Lemon for our main courses with appetizers, salads, and desserts. I felt like I gained 3 pounds from the outstanding dinner alone!! 3. Third but not least important: The Trough Canyon Experience Approximately mid-way to Petersburg, the train stops to allow passengers into their open-air gondola car for a 45-minute unobstructed view. While the train goes through the Trough Canyon, passengers see eagles soaring, dear foraging, and other natural wonders. The trip offers an opportunity only available via the Potomac Eagle...driving a car wouldn't be the same. For all the great things I can say about the Potomac Eagle experience, I would be remiss if I didn't mention the opportunities and people in Petersburg. The trip offers an additional excursion to Smoke Hole Caverns. For those who do not go to Smoke Hole, there are small vintage shops, museums, restaurants, and/or a chance to sit back, relax and to just be in the moment. It's a day away from the normal grind...Ride the Potomac Eagle to the End of the Line. Take a step back in time and enjoy!

This museum is part of the Luray Cavern complex and the ticket is also included as part of it. The…read moreentrance is next to the cafe shop. From entrance to exit, it's looped red carpet walkway with cars and carriages on both sides. As I was walking through, I loved the collection of cars and carriages on display. The sections were split by decades starting from beginning of 19th century to the mid 70s. It was so amazing to see the older models and to visualize the evolution of car models from its old days. There were really well known models on display like Delaunay, Winston, Ford, Buick, Benz, Lincoln and Dodge. All car models were tip top clean. There were no staff members inside the museum. It was mostly self exploring. But there few of them available in the sweet shop near entrance and in the gift shop. The gift shop was a separate one from the big Luray cavern one, and they also had mostly different products in the shop.

Probably not a place I would seek out if I were not already visiting Luray Caverns. But this is one…read moreof the random museums in the same strip whose price of admission is included when going to the caverns, so we checked it out. The tour is self-guided, starting from old 19th-century coaches to mid 20th century luxury cars. No guides or staff, just a little path taking you on a tour through the years and getting to explore what there is. If you like antique cars or are a mechanic nerd, you'll love this place. It is pretty cool to see how the styles changed over the decades, especially with various Cadillac, Rolls-Royce, and Ford models. You can get through the whole museum in 10-20 minutes, depending on how quickly you move along. For the the variety of cars and the price of admission, it's worth checking out.

This was such a fun trip. We did the Rock Bottom tour. If you are looking for more than just the…read morewalking tour, this was Great! We did this with our older teen boys and they loved it. You will get dirty so bring clothes you don't mind getting muddy. This was such a great memory!

Really enjoyed it. Had a great guide, Luke. Nice history of a 200-year-old oldest in the country…read more They hold events there still, we can concerts. Large rooms, easy to see all the formations in the walkways are easy to pass through. Quite a few steps for those who are challenged to do physical walking but otherwise it's pretty cool. Been to quite a few caverns and this was one of the better ones and a lot to see.

always relaxing to walk through the gardens! summer 2026…read moreexhibit earth and sky sculptures by marguerite elliot

Best ever ! Art , Music, hiking and more !…read more Well kept trails filled with plants , sculptures and views. MSV at Night shows are awesome not to mention the many beautiful acres to explore. It's always a pleasure to visit and see what is new. Become a member and support the Museum- it has many perks and is well worth it.

This an absolute must-see if you're in the area! Not only is the garden absolutely amazing, but the…read moreowners are so very kind and full of knowledge about all plants and flowers! I was shocked to learn that they owners do all of the work plus the tours. Long story short, this garden is gorgeous and I highly recommend checking it out. Also, reserve a spot for a picnic, we booked in advance and enjoyed lunch with a gorgeous view!

Birdsong Pleasure Garden is the perfect stop for individuals who are avid gardeners or who enjoy…read morebird watching. This garden is privately owned. An appointment is required to view the garden. The owners, Lesley and Tom, are lovely people who are very knowledgeable about plants and the birds which inhabit their garden. Upon arrival, you will be met by Lesley who will be your tour guide. She takes you through the garden explaining about the plants in residence. The garden has been well planned so there is always something in bloom. There are many birdhouses on the property which draw the birds to the garden. I would recommend this for Garden Club members or small groups. I would not recommend this for small children. There is really nothing to keep them occupied. If visiting, I would say to a lot about 2 hours for the complete tour.

We stumbled on this terrific small museum during a return trip from Virginia to Pittsburgh. They…read morehad amazing propaganda posters of women in the military. They had many unique ww2 uniforms from Germany, Canada, us, japan. Ive attached some pics to entice others to stop by at this hidden gem. The docent was knowledgable and friendly. They had a donation based cafe. We ordered take out and they slipped in some extra pie for us. Thank you! We ve added the living history event in June to our calendar.

Open to the public only once a year for a fee (2012-30 dollars a vehicle first 6 people-additional…read morepeople extra fee). The property is beautiful and quite large. From the hilltops you get an amazing view. It was fun to see two red pandas on special exhibit munching on bamboo. There were many tables set up to educate folks about a myriad of topics related to the institute's work. Another neat thing was seeing the cranes who seemed to enjoy looking at people just as much as we enjoyed them. A visit to the bird house was informative, especially about the plight of birds in Guam due to predation by introduced snakes. I would have given the visit 5 stars except for the lack of transport for handicapped individuals. They had school buses but in order to take them you had to first walk up a hill. Also, many volunteers were very unknowledgeable about the place and couldn't answer simple questions. Perhaps, an orientation for them would have helped. One volunteer directed us to the panda's normal enclosure way on the other side of the property when they had been moved to another display area for the visitors. The regular staff that were onsite were very helpful and I felt privileged to have the opportunity to hear about the animals from them.

We visited KP Spirits for the first time after a day at Lake Laura, and it was such a great…read moreexperience! My friends and I loved the cider flight, and after the tasting we headed over to the distillery. Everything was fantastic, but the highlight was definitely our bartender, Kelly. He was welcoming, personable, and made the whole experience so much fun. We can't wait to come back!

We took a little adventure to Kindred Pointe Winery because that 2023 Petit Verdot we tried at the…read moreShenandoah Cup was living rent-free in our minds -- and babyyyy, it delivered AGAIN! This was my second time and Nikki's first, and we pulled up READY for great wine, good vibes, and a cute little winery moment . From the second we walked in, the staff greeted us like we were long-lost cousins coming home for the holidays . We did a guided tasting at the bar -- six wines for around $15 (a STEAL, okay!?), and the fun began. Nikki's fave: Bourbon Barrel Chambourcin -- the star of her whole life that day 2019 Chambourcin Oaked Aged 36 months in new American oak... listen... this wine came in sweet on the nose, fruity on the tongue, and creamy on the finish. Light, playful, and honestly kinda flirty. Perfect with stuffing or honestly anything because she was drinking it like it was juice . My fave: 2018 Petit Manseng -- MY GIRL!! Light, dry, citrusy, pear-y, pineapple-y and giving "I'm that wine" energy. Complex but still smooth... basically the Beyoncé of the tasting. We even got to try some wines that weren't on the list, and let me tell you -- 90% of their wines were hitting. Like, not one flop in sight . But the BEST part? The vibe. The service. The "you're family here" energy. It literally felt like sipping wine at your cousin's cute countryside home you never knew they had . 10/10 recommend! Go, sip, laugh, vibe, repeat!

Kid volunteering here was AMAZING he built wooden thing that was VERY impressive. This guy needs a…read moreraise or an award or something. He was probably only like 14 too.

Do yourself a favor - book Lufthansa tickets to Munich or Frankfurt, book a car and travel to…read moreGerman country side. Kidding (no I'm not). This is not a review for the museum - I visited years ago and it was lovely experience. However, with massive expansion and ongoing construction- I felt the need to stop by and ask them to consider installing traffic signs saying "dead end" and such to help navigate through the area . Because they completely changed road layout. Well, woman in visitors office couldn't be more unhelpful or indifferent - she went arguing with me about past of that road and... I'm just not sure what exactly she's doing in service industry. I meant to make helpful suggestion, ended up deciding never spend another dollar in this institution. Shame.