Amherst County Museum and Historical Society Tours

If the weather's not playing nicely, why not spend some time at Amherst County Museum and Historical Society? You'll be fascinated by just how many interesting facts you can uncover about the past here.

If you're staying a while in Amherst, Amherst County Museum and Historical Society is an interesting place to start your sightseeing. This collection of historical artifacts is one of numerous attractions that'll keep you on the go here. Sweet Briar College, Rebec Vineyards, and Winton Country Club are also ready to be explored close by.

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Timberlake Motel

Timberlake Motel

2 out of 5
Price was $620, price is now $458 per person
$458
per person
Nov 14 - Nov 18
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Lynchburg (LYH)
7.8/10 Good! (880 reviews)
All of the staff were so welcoming and helpful thank you

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

Lynchburg Grand Hotel

Lynchburg Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
Lynchburg Central Business District
Price was $877, price is now $708 per person
$708
per person
Dec 31 - Jan 7
found 19 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Gulfport (GPT) to Lynchburg (LYH)
7.6/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
Love this hotel, great location. A+

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Popular places to visit

Lower Sweetbriar Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lower Sweetbriar Lake during your travels in Amherst. Discover the area's live music and shops.

Lower Sweetbriar Lake

Sweet Briar Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sweet Briar Museum during your trip to Amherst. Discover the area's live music and shops.

Sweet Briar Museum

Mary Helen Cochran Library

Mary Helen Cochran Library is just one of the places to see in Amherst, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's live music and shops.

Mary Helen Cochran Library

Upper Sweetbriar Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Upper Sweetbriar Lake during your travels in Amherst. Discover the area's live music and shops.

Upper Sweetbriar Lake

Sweet Briar College

4/5(15 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Sweet Briar College, during your trip to Amherst. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Sweet Briar College

Winton Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Amherst at Winton Country Club. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.

Winton Country Club

Best Lodging Options Near Amherst County Museum and Historical Society

Log Cabin, 27 Acre Modern Mountain Escape, Pool, Hot Tub and Fireplace

Log Cabin, 27 Acre Modern Mountain Escape, Pool, Hot Tub and Fireplace

Amherst
Log Cabin, 27 Acre Modern Mountain Escape, Pool, Hot Tub and Fireplace
Lynchburg Grand Hotel

Lynchburg Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
601 Main St, Lynchburg, VA
Lynchburg Grand Hotel
Red Roof Inn Madison Heights, VA

Red Roof Inn Madison Heights, VA

2 out of 5
5016 S Amherst Hwy, Madison Heights, VA
Red Roof Inn Madison Heights, VA
The Virginian Lynchburg Curio Collection

The Virginian Lynchburg Curio Collection

4 out of 5
712 Church Street, Lynchburg, VA
The Virginian Lynchburg Curio Collection
Cozy Bear Rock Cottage with hot tub

Cozy Bear Rock Cottage with hot tub

Monroe
Cozy Bear Rock Cottage with hot tub
Craddock Terry Hotel, Lynchburg, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Craddock Terry Hotel, Lynchburg, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1312 Commerce St, Lynchburg, VA
Craddock Terry Hotel, Lynchburg, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Econo Lodge Lynchburg South

Econo Lodge Lynchburg South

2 out of 5
2400 Stadium Rd, Lynchburg, VA
Econo Lodge Lynchburg South
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.

3 out of 5
3320 Candlers Mountain Rd, Lynchburg, VA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lynchburg at Liberty Univ.
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg

2.5 out of 5
5704 Seminole Ave, Lynchburg, VA
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg
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