Decent little cave tour. The place feels junky, and they charge more than the value of the tour…read more Our guide was kinda all over the place with the explanations. By the end we all felt like they dragged out the tour to try and give value. I think this place has a lot of potential to be great, but it is just average at this point.

Great tour guide ! Highly recommend . Much bigger than I was anticipating. The cavern is well lit…read more Very interesting to see soldiers of the Civil War write their names and their Regiment they were from on the walls of the cavern. You can imagine the Union soldiers hiding in the cavern. Highly recommend . John

This review is for the Garden Lights NOT all of MSV; which I love ....while on the smaller side,…read morethe museum, garden, Glen Burnie House and trail are all lovely. While the Lights are beautuful, the overall experience is disappointing. Even though its timed entry tickets, it is crowded as you must follow a specific path that is single file most of the way. A lot of the path is not well lit and very uneven. Staff randomly positioned to keep you out of closed areas were not friendly. Seemed almost identical to prior year. I doubt we will visit next year.

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.

A little museum celebrating toys and playthings from yesteryear!…read more A place worth dropping in if you're in Luray. It's on a little strip of shops and museums next to the Caverns entrance, so if you're there for that, you might as well check it out. It's small and self-guided. Typically, the toy displays are grouped by era so you can walk through and see the evolution of specific brands or style of toy. I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come here, but it is free to explore and it's right next to the one restaurant, so you could easily walk through here while waiting for your food order to be processed. Worth the price of admission.

To be honest, I'm not exactly sure how I found myself here, but it's included with admission to the…read morecaverns... I think it's meant to be a charming little stop where you walk through and check out old toys and dolls and classic play things but my visit here was incredibly brief. The displayed toys are interesting if you like looking at old collectibles but there isn't a lot to see. It felt more like walking through someone's dusty attic then exploring an exhibit and the space felt a little dim and even sad. There were only two children inside when I walked through and even they seemed unsure of what to make of it all. They seemed to be either bored or a little bit uneasy. Same as me I guess. There is value here if you are the right person and really love vintage toys or maybe history and the history of toys, but this is definitely not a stop I would plan a trip around. Luckily like I said it's included with admission so checking it out for a few minutes was fine by me.

If you love history, New Market Battlefield is one of those places that gets under your skin in the…read morebest way. The moment you step onto the grounds, you can almost feel May 15, 1864, unfolding around you. The fields are quiet now, but they hold the echo of the day the VMI Cadets -- boys, really -- marched into a real war and changed the course of the battle. The park is immaculately kept. Walking the Field of Lost Shoes with the mountains in the background feels like standing inside a painting and a memory at the same time. The interpretive signs do a great job placing you exactly where key movements happened -- Breckinridge's line, the Union artillery positions, the cadets' charge. If you're a detail-hound, this battlefield lets you connect dots you didn't even know you were missing. Highlights: * The Bushong Farm is a time capsule. You walk through it and suddenly you're in 1864, wondering what the family heard, saw, and feared as the battle rolled over their home. * The terrain itself is the best "exhibit." Once you see the slopes and fields in person, the tactics make so much more sense. * There's an almost sacred calm to the place -- the kind of quiet that makes you pause before you speak. Tips: Wear good shoes, explore the whole field, and take your time. Don't rush it. This isn't a battlefield you see -- it's one you feel. Bottom line: If you're a history buff, this battlefield isn't just worth visiting -- it's essential. It's intimate, haunting, and unforgettable. The New Market cadets left their mark on this field, and somehow, the field still leaves one on you.

Beautiful battlefield well kept up with the history of the battle the farm is well preserved and…read morenice to see how they lived in 1862 the museum on the grounds is beautiful and has the history of the battlefield and muskets and hand guns used in the civil war definitely a place worth exploring

We went out to a campground for a trip during Veterans day weekend. Before we set out to return to…read moreVB I wanted to visit this interesting museum that was in the area. Unfortunately the weather was cold and windy the whole time. But low and behold rental golf carts. We zoomed around to each location and really had a great time. The staff were so informative and really cared about the history being displayed. I really recommend coming to visit as a family and learn more about the area and what things were like for our ancestors.

I'd past this on numerous occasions whilst driving south on I-81 and decided that this would be the…read moreday when I would visit and check it out, having long been interested in Frontier life, particularly in America. Immediately upon my arrival just before noon on a Saturday in early april, I wished that I'd arrived closer to the opening hour as the main parking lot was packed and I ended up about a 5 minute brisk walk to the visitors center. Since I travel 81 somewhat frequently, I purchased an annual pass which cost $30. Be advised that there is considerable walking necessary, a total of 2 miles according to my walking app and fitness tracker, and not all is level.i enjoyed all of the exhibits, some of which were oridinal (from England) and were reassembled here. There was a demonstration on making stew in early England as well as nail making. Ireland and Germany were featured along with living historian type people, all of whom were amazingly knowledgeable. Having some lung issues, I needed to bolt from a smoky dwelling,neither from the stove or a coal-fired nail forge. There is a small gift shop in the visitors center where I purchased a hood sweatshirt, lio balm, and "dirt-scented" soap ( I could not resist!) It's a fun place for my interests, and I shall return, likely in mid-June. Next time I'll arrive earlier!

The Virginia Museum of the Civil War This isn't your…read moretypical "dusty uniforms behind glass" kind of place -- it's personal, emotional, and surprisingly immersive. From the first exhibit, you're pulled right into 1864 -- through artifacts, letters, and faces of people who actually lived it. The section on the VMI cadets hits hard: real boys, barely out of school, called to fight in one of the most defining moments of their young lives. You can feel the weight of their courage in every display case. The museum itself is easy to navigate, the staff genuinely love what they do, and every detail feels intentional -- from the carefully preserved relics to the plaques that make you pause instead of just skim. Verdict: A must-stop for anyone who loves Civil War history, military courage, or a good story told with soul. Don't rush it -- this is one of those rare museums that reminds you why history still matters.

Not handicapped accessible. No elevator. Not told this until almost charged. Did ask him to…read morecancel the transaction and he did. Our wheelchair would not allow us to take her to the bottom floor or the monuments and battlefield. We were expecting a compliant handicap accessibility. This is not. We left

I am visiting the area and kept missing the turn for parking , so if this helps anyone who is…read moreslower like me, park on the left side of the building (facing the building). Haha tons of parking there. The place itself is so fun, lots to do for kids. There are three levels but only the first two were opened. Very clean which is my favorite part. Reasonable ticket prices as well!

We love this place! Ever since we found it on our last trip to Massanutten, it quickly became a…read morerequirement for our vacations. There is so much for the kids to do! Trains, planes, and automobiles included! Probably one of my favorite parts is that it integrates fun with learning. Definitely a must if you have kids.

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.

Free museum of the dukes of hazard TV show. They have quite the collection of collectibles. They…read moresell merch and have space for special events. The restaurant was closed when we were there and we were so disappointed. We wanted to try it out while in town visiting from ny. Maybe another time.

This is an absolute MUST VISIT! My husband had never seen…read morethe Dukes of Hazard so I made him watch some before we came but if you know anything about it, this place is a great time. It's totally free to visit (of course you will spend money because they have awesome stuff here) and it is so much fun. They have a museum inside and cars related to the show as well as tons of photo ops outside. They have lots of souvenirs and cute items to buy and a restaurant as well. We wanted to have lunch there but we were a bit too early and we're feeling breakfast so we got some of "Daisy's Banana Pudding" to go and let me tell you, it was the best banana pudding I have ever had! Fresh bananas and definitely made with love. I also got myself a new T-shirt (pictured) but most importantly, we just had a nice time. The staff was really friendly and I highly recommend stopping in here if you get a chance.