Best places in Albemarle County

Discover the best places in Albemarle County, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 103 places in the city.

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Dr. Ho's Humble Pie
Pizza restaurant
Laid-back eatery serving inventive pizzas, burgers & updated takes on old-school comfort food.
$$ $$
4.80 (1.4K reviews)
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The Rotunda
Historical place
Iconic university building, designed by Thomas Jefferson, known for its Palladian architecture.
4.80 (1K reviews)
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Bold Rock Carter Mountain
Restaurant
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Visited this winery last weekend and, let me tell you, it was an experience to remember! This winery isnโ€™t just about the wine, itโ€™s about the whole atmosphere. Nestled atop a hill, with quaint little tables spread out, it felt like we were picnicking in the countryside. The vibe of the place is im...
$$ $$
4.90 (446 reviews)
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The Ivy Inn Restaurant
American restaurant
Refined locavore American fare served in an early 19th-century house with an Old Virginia feel.
$$$ $
4.80 (610 reviews)
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The Lawn
Scenic spot
This large, grassy space designed by Thomas Jefferson is ringed by historic university buildings.
4.80 (388 reviews)
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Carter Mountain Orchard and Country Store
Orchard
Orchard with seasonal fruit picking, plus a country store & bakery for produce & specialty foods.
4.60 (3.9K reviews)
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Wegmans
Grocery store
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ I can't thank Kathy in your floral department more for her assistance in helping me plan as I did the flowers for our daughter's wedding. I knew I was taking on a big job and Kathy made sure to help me understand the volume of flowers I was ordering and make sure that it all arrived and had it read...
$$ $$
4.60 (3.4K reviews)
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Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Charlottesville
Movie theater
Stylish theater chain for new & classic films features cocktails & creative bites served seat-side.
4.60 (2.2K reviews)
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John Paul Jones Arena
Arena
UVA basketball arena with a 14,500 seating capacity that also hosts big national music concerts.
4.60 (1.8K reviews)
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Potter's Craft Cider
Cider bar
$$ $$
4.80 (302 reviews)
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Scott Stadium
Stadium
4.60 (887 reviews)
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Walnut Creek Park
Park
๐Ÿ˜ My girlfriend and I were hoping to spend a day on the beach here, however, upon arriving we noticed the Beach was closed! THEY ARE ONLY OPEN THURSDAY-SUNDAY and had no indication of this online. We found this little muddy spot (pictured) up the road and it was an alright swim but is more suitable fo...
4.70 (391 reviews)
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5th Street Station
Shopping mall
๐Ÿ‘ New Restaurants / cafes opened in 2020. Caribou Coffee, Pei Wei, and Auntie Anneโ€™s. Great new additions. The plaza was in desperate need of a decent coffee place.
4.50 (1.9K reviews)
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Kanak Indian Kitchen
Restaurant
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Yโ€™all, itโ€™s the best tasting food in town! The yum factor was off the scale for me! I highly recommend the green & spicy habanero drink and their mango cheesecake. We got the vegetable samosas, aloo ghobi, and salmon biryani for our meals and everything was cooked to perfection. I liked the decor an...
$$ $$
4.60 (507 reviews)
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VDOT Workers' Memorial and Scenic Overlook
Memorial park
4.70 (261 reviews)
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James Monroe's Highland
Historical landmark
Home of the 5th US president from 1799โ€“1823, with guided estate tours, gardens & occasional events.
4.50 (805 reviews)
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Disharoon Park
Stadium
4.80 (178 reviews)
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Ivy Provisions
Deli
๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ Not too many places open on a Sat morning for brkfst in Cville. Glad I found Ivy. Several items on their menu. I was heading to the mts to hike so I was seeking some fortifying sustenance. The En Fuengo was recommended. It was like a skillet full of potatoes, eggs, green chili cherizo, pepper jac...
$$ $$
4.60 (352 reviews)
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Saunders-Monticello Trail
Park
Monticello's 89-acre park with scenic views, an arboretum & a pond, plus running & biking trails.
4.70 (234 reviews)
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Keswick Vineyards
Vineyard
4.60 (347 reviews)
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