How Do You Tour Virginias Civil War Battlefields?
During the Civil War, the state of Virginia was the site of many historic battles. Today, Virginia remains proud of its historical roots. If you are a Civil War buff or just interested in learning more about the Civil War, plan a tour of Virginia’s major battlefields. Visit the Manassas National Battlefield Park. Start at the visitor center. For hours call (703) 361-1339. Take a driving tour or hiking tour of the park. Head to downtown Manassas the following day. Visit the Manassas Museum on Prince William Street. Take the self-guided walking tour of downtown Manassas which begins at the Historic Manassas Train Depot. Spend two to three days touring the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park. For hours call (540) 373-4510. Visit the Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Wilderness and Spotsylvania battlefields. Take a walking tour of downtown Fredericksburg. Explore the Petersburg National Battlefield located 25 miles south of Richmond. Plan to spend an entire day at this p
