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University of Virginia

Emmet Street, Charlottesville, VA
434-924-0311
4.5 of 5 stars 93 Reviews
Type: Educational Sites, Architectural Buildings
Activities: Walking
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Springfield, Virginia
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51 reviews 51 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

This is truly a historic university dating back to Jefferson. The atmosphere is preppy, but tolerable. The walking involves some small hills, but is not difficult. You must visit The Lawn! More

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Baton Rouge, LA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

feels like a university should, majestic and manicured More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Wonderful architecture and history in a setting filled with vibrant students! More

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Knoxville, Tennessee
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Thomas Jefferson designed the campus and was the 'father' of UVA. The buildings were magnificent! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

I was visiting the University of Virginia on business, meeting with some colleagues. It was the first time I had ever been here. It is a beautiful sprawling campus, with distinctive architecture. Visiting the Rotunda is an essential part. I felt that I was in the West Wing! Definitely worth it. More

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Waynesboro, Virginia, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Mr. Jefferson's school is lovely place to visit & a great university as well! More

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Napa, California
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114 reviews 114 reviews
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89 helpful votes 89 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Unfortunately, we got there too late for a guided tour. However, I totally enjoyed walking around the campus and taking pictures. This is a definite must-stop especially if you tour Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. The architecture is amazing. The fact that Thomas Jefferson is the only president to ever found a university makes this a definite must see. It's worth it... More

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New Haven, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

This is a very pretty campus - it feels serene, relaxed, and beautiful. We did not do a tour, but just driving around is worth it. More

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Fairfax, VA
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

This is a college campus like no other. Go, take the tour, soak up the history and, if you're lucky, apply to attend. It's a great school and a fascinating historic place. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

My husband went to school there 40 years and every time we go back, it is more beautiful. We had the opportunity to visit one of the apartments on the Lawn down from the Rotunda. Walking around the grounds is really a nice treat More

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