Things to do in
Charlottesville

For a city of less than 50,000 people, Charlottesville manages to maintain a cosmopolitan feel that distinguishes it from other Southern towns of the same size. For starters, the eclectic dining scene benefits from the proximity of local vineyards, offering epicureans everything from French bistro-style settings to sleek, post-mod joints that you'd expect to find in places like New York or L.A. Next, the European-flavored Downtown Mall is a pedestrian-only zone that features more shops,...