Welcome to Staunton
The 'Queen City' of the Shenandoah Valley, Travel and Leisure named Staunton one of the 'Greatest Main Streets in America'. A college town at heart, Staunton calls to those who are looking for a diverse cultural experience and room to roam.
Key Features
Small Town Charm: Anchored by a historic downtown district and Mary Baldwin University (with roots stretching back to the 1800s), Staunton has the pace of a small town with all of the vibrancy of thriving locally owned shops, restaurants, breweries, and galleries.
Historic Architecture: One of the oldest towns west of the Blue Ridge Mountains, there are five distinct historic districts within Staunton, each featuring homes with classic architectural details.
Nest Picks
Blackfriar's Playhouse
The American Shakespeare Center's showpiece theater is an exact replica of the original Blackfriar's Playhouse in London that was demolished in 1655. Year round programs and classes are available.
Chicano Boy
Today is a good day for tacos or Mission-style burritos or a stand-out salad! We're not kidding when we say today is a good day for ANYTHING on the Chicano Boy menu. A short 225 steps from our Staunton office, Chicano Boy Taco offers up fresh ingredients served with even fresher style.
Gypsy Hill Park
This 214-acre park features trails for walking and biking, a large duck pond, pavilions for barbecues, and a dog park. Gypsy Hill also hosts a summer concert series in the Stonewall Bandstand and a well-loved fireworks display in July.
