If you love history, wine and outdoor activities, then Charlottesville is the ideal place for you!

Charlottesville was the home of two presidents, Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe. Choose a private ToursByLocals guide and walk in the footsteps of the people who helped build the city. Tour at your own pace and explore Monticello and the University of Virginia, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

If you are an outdoor enthusiast and enjoy hiking, you will find some amazing scenic hikes in Charlottesville. Many of the best hikes in this area offer gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains!

A private local guide will be able to walk you through some of the best wineries in the Monticello American Viticultural Area, some even considered to be the best in the Eastern United States! Plan your perfect vineyard experience by choosing a private tour of Charlottesville!

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Sip your way through Jefferson's Virginia! Private Wine Tour in Charlottesville, VA.

See the ruins of the mansion of Revolutionary Virginia Governor Barbour, designed by Thomas Jefferson.

Relax with your flight in the Upper Yurt at Rausse Vineyards.

Enjoy your flight at the Lower Yurt at Rausse Vineyards.

"Good wine is a necessity of life for me." - Thomas Jefferson at Jefferson Vineyards.

View of St Luke's Episcopal Church and the Church Vineyard from Jefferson Vineyard.

View of Thomas Jefferson's Mont Alto from Jefferson Vineyards. Monticello is just the other side of the mountain.

View of the Vineyards from Library 1821 at Barboursville Vineyards.

View from the deck of Barboursville Vineyards.

HIstorical marker for Jefferson Vineyards.

The continuing history of Jefferson Vineyards.

History of Virginia Wine featuring Barboursville, Jefferson and Rausse Vineyards, Half Day Tour

Wine, Women, and Jefferson - Private tour of Women Winemakers in Charlottesville, VA.

Wine tasting at 3 Vineyards @ $20 each = $60

Lantern in the parking lot at Blenheim Vineyards.

Seating at Blenheim Vineyards with a view of the Blue Ridge.

The Blue Ridge from the Deck at Veritas Vineyards.

Storm threatening at Veritas Vineyard's Event Space.

Seating in the shade at Veritas Vineyards.

View from Septenary Winery at Seven Oaks Farm.

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