Why go
- Independent city in Virginia, United States.
- Served by Ingalls Field (HSP).
History
Lexington is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia, United States. At the 2020 census, the population was 7,320. It is the county seat of Rockbridge County, although the two are separate jurisdictions, and is combined with it for statistical purposes by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Lexington is within the Shenandoah Valley about 57 miles (92 km) east of the West Virginia border and is about 50 miles (80 km) north of Roanoke, Virginia. First settled in 1778, Lexington is best known as the home of the Virginia Military Institute and Washington and Lee University.
Where to stay
408 S Main St, Lexington, VA 24450 · abigailinn.com
126 Autumn Ridge Ln, Lexington, VA 24450 · autumnridgecottages.com
985 Borden Rd, Lexington, VA 24450 · brierleyhill.com
306 Jackson Ave, Lexington, VA 24450 · secretgardenonjackson.com
20 Houston Tavern Ln, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 · theinnatforestoaks.com
455 Lonesome Dove Trail, Lexington, VA 24450 · housemountaininn.com
11 N Main St, Lexington, VA 24450 · thegeorges.com
135 Mulberry Ln, Lexington, VA 24450 · goodplacefarms.com
325 Union Run, Lexington, VA 24450 · shenandoahmanorbandb.com
15 Appledore Ln, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 · naturalbridgeva.com
1100 N Lee Hwy, Lexington, VA 24450 · wyndhamhotels.com
2836 N Lee Hwy, Lexington, VA 24450 · wyndhamhotels.com
401 E Nelson St, Lexington, VA 24450 · hilton.com
325 W Midland Trail, Lexington, VA 24450 · rockbridgeinn.com
7696 Sam Snead Hwy, Hot Springs, VA 24445 · omnihotels.com
25 Willow Springs Rd, Lexington, VA 24450 · bestwestern.com
95 Maury River Rd, Lexington, VA 24450 · choicehotels.com
1139 N Lee Hwy, Lexington, VA 24450 · wyndhamhotels.com
62 Comfort Way, Lexington, VA 24450 · choicehotels.com
4852 S Lee Hwy, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 · oyorooms.com
30 S Main St, Lexington, VA 24450 · choicehotels.com
2809 N Lee Hwy, Lexington, VA 24450 · choicehotels.com
875 N Lee Hwy, Lexington, VA 24450 · choicehotels.com
820 S Main St, Lexington, VA 24450 · choicehotels.com
501 S Main St, Lexington, VA 24450
115 Autumn Ridge Ln, Lexington, VA 24450
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65 Econo Ln, Lexington, VA 24450 · motel6.com
Restaurants & places to go
Pizza, Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 10:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-00:00 · 10 Rocklawn Lane, Lexington, 24450 · locations.pizzahut.com
AçAí, Smoothie, Cafe, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:00-16:00 · 9 East Washington Street, Lexington, 24450-2528 · wildberrymarketva.com
Ice Cream, Burger, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 874 North Lee Highway, Lexington, 24450-3725 · dairyqueen.com
Mexican, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr 11:00-22:30; Sa 12:00-22:30; Su 12:00-22:00 · 487 East Nelson Street, Lexington, 24450 · dontequilamexicanva.com
Italian, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 11:00-20:30 · 98 East Midland Trail, Lexington, 24450 · ginastrattoria.com
Chinese, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo,We-Th,Su 11:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-22:30 · 106 East Midland Trail, Lexington · hongkonglex.com
Thai, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-14:30, 16:00-21:00 · 24 North Main Street, Lexington, 24450 · napathai.com
Barbecue, Restaurant · Opening hours: We-Su 07:00-13:30 · 465 East Nelson Street, Lexington, 24450 · sunrisebbqva.com
Bar And Grill, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th 11:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-00:00; Su 16:00-21:00 · 11 North Main Street, Lexington, 24450 · thegeorges.com
American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 1120 North Lee Highway, Lexington, 24450
Ice Cream · Opening hours: 12:00-21:00 · 106 West Washington Street · sweetthingsicecream.com
Restaurant · Opening hours: Tu-Th 16:30-20:30; Fr-Sa 16:30-21:00 · 11 East Washington Street · zunzunlex.com
Cafe · cafe · 7 North Main Street · lexingtoncoffee.com
Sushi, Restaurant · Sushi restaurant · 159 South Main Street
Food Court · Features: outdoor seating, step-free access · vmidining.catertrax.com
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Pizza, Salad, Restaurant · Opening hours: We 16:00-20:00; Th 16:00-21:00; Fr 16:00-22:00; Sa 12:00-22:00; Su 12:00-21:00 Features: vegan options · 130 South… · heliotropebrewery.com
Burger, Restaurant · Opening hours: 11:00-00:00 · 101 West Nelson Street · thepalmslexington.com
Mexican, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 10:00-21:00 · 453 East Nelson Street, Lexington, 24450
Chinese, Restaurant · Chinese restaurant · 1225 North Lee Highway, Lexington, 24450 · crystalkitchenchinese.com
Barbecue, Restaurant · Barbecue restaurant
American, Fast Food · Features: outdoor seating
Restaurant · Opening hours: Tu-Sa 11:00-15:00 · 3 West Nelson Street
Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 10:30-16:00 · 125 West Nelson Street, Lexington, 24450
Pizza, Restaurant · Pizza restaurant · 511 East Nelson Street, Lexington, 24450 · frankspizzalexingtonva.com
Burger, Donut, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 08:00-20:00 · 107 North Main Street, Lexington, 24450 · pure-eats.com
Chinese, Restaurant · Chinese restaurant · 110 South Jefferson Street · tongdynastyva.com
American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 8 North Main Street
Restaurant · Opening hours: Tu-Sa 11:00-20:00; Su 09:00-14:00 · 167 South Main Street
Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-17:00; Sa,Su 08:00-16:00 · 9 West Washington Street
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Pizza, Restaurant · Pizza restaurant · 1213 North Lee Highway, Lexington, 24450 · facebook.com
American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 35 South Main Street
Restaurant · restaurant · 2 North Main Street
Cafe · Opening hours: 08:00-17:00 · 26 South Main Street
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Pizza, Restaurant · Pizza restaurant · 115 South Jefferson Street
Restaurant · restaurant · 30 North Main Street, Lexington, 24450
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Restaurant · restaurant · 35 North Main Street
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Restaurant · restaurant · 4 East Washington Street
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Airports
Ingalls Field (HSP) 24 mi to the centre
Hot Springs, VA, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Rock Airport 7.1 mi to the centre
Fairfield, VA, US
Riverwood Airport 18 mi to the centre
Iron Gate, VA, US
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Ingalls Field (HSP); 7 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Lexington, Virginia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Local transit
Bus · Virginia · Schedules & GTFS data (official feed)
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
Intercity coach
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