Overview
Danville is a city of 40,000 people (2018) in the state of Virginia on the Banks of the Dan River close to the border with North Carolina. Founded in 1793, Danville is perhaps best known for its role in the Civil War, when it was an important railroad stop for the Confederacy and became the last Confederate capital after Richmond fell to the North.
2 sights · 5 things to do · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Danville
Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History
Located in the William T Sutherlin Mansion, famous as the last capitol of the Confederacy for a week at the end of the Civil War.
AAF Tank Museum
American Armored Foundation Tank Museum displays over 100 tank, cavalry, and artillery artifacts. Adults: $15. Seniors: $12. Children: $10. Veterans: $10.
Virginia International Raceway
This racetrack, 12 miles east of Danville, is the site of driving events for both amateurs and pros. 3.27 miles long, it offers numerous fun and challenging corners with a few long straights. There are wonderful faciliti…
Dan Dan Memorial Park
City park with baseball fields, picnic area, river walk trail, and most notably, a memorial to honor local war veterans.
Anglers Park
Boasts a variety of mountain biking trails.
Riverwalk Trail
A trail along the Dan River for walking and biking (map available at the linked address).
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 28°F. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Bedford)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- GSO Piedmont Triad International Airport, Greensboro — 45 mi away (major hub). Directions
- LYH Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field, Lynchburg — 52 mi away. Directions
The most convenient way to reach Danville is by car.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History, Caesars Virginia Casino, AAF Tank Museum
- Afternoon Virginia International Raceway, Riverwalk Trail
Day 2
- Morning Dan Dan Memorial Park
- Afternoon Anglers Park
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
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Get in
By car
The most convenient way to reach Danville is by car.
By train
Amtrak's Crescent train connects Danville with cities like New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, Charlotte, Atlanta, Birmingham, and New Orleans. The Amtrak station is situated at 677 Craghead Street. Trains depart and arrive late at night (11:24 pm, Southbound) or early in the morning (8:28 am, Northbound) (times as of January 2023), making this an inconvenient way to get to Danville in most cases.
By bus
The nearest Greyhound station is in Greensboro, North Carolina, about an hour away by car or Amtrak.
Get around
The Danville Transit System provides bus service Monday–Saturday except some holidays.
See
Danville has several historic districts, representing a variety of architectural styles.
Do
Do Virginia International Raceway
This racetrack, 12 miles east of Danville, is the site of driving events for both amateurs and pros. 3.27 miles long, it offers numerous fun and challenging corners with a few long straights. There are wonderful facilities including garage suites for both you and your car. Hook up with a car club hosting an event there and you will have the time of your life.
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