Living in or staying in Staunton

Scores

Safety and quiet come from researched sources about the whole neighborhood; walkability, transport and nightlife from the address reports here.

About Staunton

A compact, historic part of Staunton with older homes, civic buildings, and a walkable downtown feel. Streets are generally calm, with more activity around the central commercial area and quieter blocks nearby.

Good for

• couples
• first-time visitors
• culture lovers
• foodies
• quiet seekers

Less suited to

• nightlife seekers
• beach lovers
• nature lovers

Sources

• National Register of Historic Places listings in Staunton, Virginia

Local picks

Food & drink

• The Green Room

  American · A downtown restaurant known for polished American cooking and an inviting evening atmosphere.

• Remedy Burger

  Burgers · A casual downtown choice for generously topped burgers, fries, and quick service.

• Accordia

  American · A refined downtown spot offering creative American dishes and a relaxed setting.

• Mill Street Grill

  Grill · A long-running downtown restaurant serving hearty grill favorites in a historic setting.

• The Shack

  Local · A popular neighborhood restaurant focused on seasonal, locally minded American food.

• Depot Grille

  American · A lively restaurant near downtown serving familiar American dishes in a restored depot.

• The Pampered Palate Café

  A convenient downtown café for light meals, coffee, and a relaxed break while exploring Beverley Street.

• Byers Street Bistro

  A downtown bistro offering coffee, casual meals, and a comfortable place to linger.

• Rèunion Bakery & Espresso

  A bakery and espresso stop for fresh pastries, coffee, and a quick downtown breakfast.

• Crucible Coffee Roasters

  A specialty coffee shop where visitors can enjoy carefully roasted coffee in a modern setting.

Sights & things to do

• Blackfriars Playhouse

  See live theater in a remarkable recreation of Shakespeare’s original indoor playhouse.

• Camera Heritage Museum

  Explore an unusual collection tracing the history and development of photography.

• Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library and Museum

  Visit the birthplace and museum dedicated to the life and presidency of Woodrow Wilson.

• Bruce A. Elder Antique and Classic Automobiles

  Browse a distinctive collection of historic cars in a downtown showroom.

• Historic Downtown Staunton

  Admire exceptionally preserved architecture while browsing more than one hundred downtown shops and galleries.

• Downtown shopping and gallery browsing

  Spend an easy afternoon exploring independent shops, galleries, and specialty stores on foot.

• Main Street walking tour

  Walk Staunton’s compact historic center to enjoy its architecture, storefronts, and street life.

• Live theater at Blackfriars Playhouse

  Book a performance for an atmospheric evening of professional theater in the historic downtown district.

• Photography museum visit

  Spend an hour examining cameras and photographic history at this distinctive downtown museum.

• Antique automobile viewing

  See rare vintage vehicles and classic automobiles at a specialized downtown collection.