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Luray, Virginia

Luray sits at the foot of Skyline Drive's most popular district, with Luray Caverns as its second great anchor. It's the easiest town in the Valley for a one-day national-park visit.

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From downtown Luray it's 10 minutes to the Thornton Gap entrance of Shenandoah National Park and the heart of the Central District: Skyland, Big Meadows, Dark Hollow Falls, and Old Rag. Luray Caverns is the most-visited cave system in the eastern US, and the Singing Tower carillon plays free concerts on summer afternoons. Downtown is small but the food has gotten significantly better in the last few years.

Highlights

Luray Caverns and the Great Stalacpipe Organ
Thornton Gap entrance to Skyline Drive (10 minutes)
Shenandoah River for kayaking and tubing
Singing Tower carillon (free summer concerts)
Luray Zoo and the historic Mimslyn Inn

Frequently asked about Luray

Is Luray VA worth visiting?

Yes, especially as a base for Shenandoah National Park's Central District. Luray Caverns is also one of the top single attractions in the Valley.

What is there to do in Luray besides the caverns?

Drive Skyline Drive, kayak the Shenandoah River, eat in downtown Luray, visit Luray Zoo, walk to the Singing Tower carillon, or hike Stony Man or Dark Hollow Falls inside Shenandoah NP.

How far is Luray from Washington DC?

About 95 miles — typically 1 hour 50 minutes by car via I-66 west.

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Staunton

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Lexington

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Front Royal

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