Overview
Thornburg is in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. As of July 2024, Thornburg is a developing area still with fun amenities within the area.
1 sights · 1 places to eat · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Thornburg
Mudd Tavern historical marker
Before it was known as Thornburg, much of the area was referred to as Mudd Tavern and Thornsburg. Famous for being the death site of American Civil War, Confederate lieutenant general Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 29°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Aug and Jun. (climate data from nearby Richmond)
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.
- RIC Richmond International Airport, Richmond — 45 mi away (major hub). Directions
- CHO Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, Charlottesville — 51 mi away. Directions
Thornburg is at Exit 118 next to I-95.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Food for you
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Understand
Spotsylvania is the next town west of Thornburg where the Spotsylvania Courthouse is
Get in
By car
Thornburg is at Exit 118 next to I-95.
See
See Mudd Tavern historical marker
Before it was known as Thornburg, much of the area was referred to as Mudd Tavern and Thornsburg. Famous for being the death site of American Civil War, Confederate lieutenant general Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson.
Eat
Eat Poco Loco
Authentic Mexican restaurant.
Sleep
Go next
- Just north along I-95 is Fredericksburg, with its excellent historic downtown area.
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