What to do In Harrisonburg, VA
Explore thousands of activities, attractions and tours with free cancellation and no added fees.
Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more.
Access exclusive deals, only with the Travelocity app
Places To Go In Harrisonburg
Welcome, traveler, to Harrisonburg. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Harrisonburg
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Harrisonburg. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Harrisonburg? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Harrisonburg attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Popular places to visit

James Madison University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around James Madison University, a top university in Harrisonburg. Attend a football game in the area, or seek out the hiking trails.
White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple WOLF Vineyard during your travels to Harrisonburg. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Explore More Ways to Travel with Travelocity
- Hotels near Valley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center
- Hotels near Hardesty-Higgins House Visitor Center
- Cheap Hotels in Harrisonburg City County
- Pet Friendly Hotels in Harrisonburg City County
- Extended Stay Hotels in Harrisonburg City County
- 4 Star Hotels in Shenandoah Valley
- 5 Star Hotels in Shenandoah Valley
- Farmstay in Shenandoah Valley
- Apartments in Shenandoah Valley
- B&B in Shenandoah Valley
- Cabins in Shenandoah Valley
- Chalets in Shenandoah Valley
- Condos in Shenandoah Valley
- Extended Stay Hotels in Shenandoah Valley
- Guest Houses in Shenandoah Valley
- Beach Resorts & in Shenandoah Valley
- Casino Resorts & in Shenandoah Valley
- Cheap Hotels in Shenandoah Valley
- Golf Resorts & in Shenandoah Valley
- Historic Hotels in Shenandoah Valley
- Hotels with Early Check-in in Shenandoah Valley
- Hotels with a Lazy River in Shenandoah Valley
- Hotels with Bar in Shenandoah Valley
- Hotels with Free Breakfast in Shenandoah Valley
- Hotels with Hot Tubs in Shenandoah Valley
- Hotels with an Indoor Pool in Shenandoah Valley
- Hotels with smoking rooms in Shenandoah Valley
- La Quinta Inn & Suites Hotels in Shenandoah Valley
- Pet Friendly Hotels in Shenandoah Valley
- Romantic Getaways & Hotels in Shenandoah Valley
- Ski Resorts and in Shenandoah Valley
- Spa Resorts & in Shenandoah Valley
- Waterpark Hotels and Resorts in Shenandoah Valley
- Winery Hotels in Shenandoah Valley
- Shenandoah Valley Hotels
- Houseboats in Shenandoah Valley
- Inns in Shenandoah Valley
- Lodges in Shenandoah Valley
- Motels in Shenandoah Valley
- Rv Parks in Shenandoah Valley
- Resorts in Shenandoah Valley
- Villas in Shenandoah Valley
- Hotels near Putter-A-Round Mini Golf
- Hotels near Virginia Quilt Museum
- Hotels near Memorial Stadium
- Hotels near Harrisonburg Farmers Market
- Hotels near Edith J. Carrier Arboretum
- Hotels near James Madison University
- Hotels near University Park
- Hotels near Back Home on the Farm
- Flights to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from Atlanta to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from Cleveland to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from Detroit to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from Houston to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from Miami to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from New York to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from Sacramento to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from Des Moines to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from Toledo to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from Greensboro to Shenandoah Valley
- Flights from Knoxville to Shenandoah Valley
- Things to do in Loudoun County
- Things to do in Warrenton
- Things to do in Crozet
- Things to do in Afton
- Things to do in Chantilly
- Things to do in Charlottesville
- Things to do in Leesburg
- Things to do in Winchester
- Things to do in Lexington
- Things to do in Nokesville
- Things to do in Central Virginia
- Things to do in Old Town Fredericksburg
- Things to do in Washington
- Things to do in Bluemont
- Things to do in Catlett
- Things to do in Middleburg
- Things to do in Front Royal
- Things to do in Fredericksburg
- Things to do in Lynchburg
- Things to do in Round Hill
- Things to do in Luray
- Things to do in Northern Virginia
- Things to do in Gainesville
- Things to do in Manassas
- Things to do in Earlysville
- Things to do in Elkton
- Things to do in Free Union
- Things to do in Centreville
- Things to do in Goode
- Things to do in Purcellville
