Lewisburg, WV Road Trips

Take a walking tour of the Lewisburg historic district, which covers 235 acres of downtown. Other historic districts include the Maple Street district (historically African-American) and the South Church Street district. Alderson Historic District, Alderson off WV-63. 165 structures of historic or architectural significance, including a restored 1865 rail station. Lewis Spring, in Andrew Lewis Park. The spring around which the town was founded after its discovery in the 1750s; the stone spring house was built in 1770. 1 Carnegie Hall, 611 Church St, ☏ +1 304-645-7917, [email protected]. Galleries and Box office: M-F 10AM-4PM. Three art galleries, juried art shows, pottery studio, music and dance performances, film series, classes and workshops. (updated Apr 2026) Greenbrier Valley Theatre, 113 E Washington Street, ☏ +1 304-645-3838. West Virginia's only year-round professional theatre, offering theatrical productions, musical events, literary events and more. Admission $15 - 22. American Heritage Music Hall, Quarry Road Village in Fairlea, 304-645-3982 or304-645-2298. Open 7 to 11 pm Tuesdays and the last Saturday of the month. Local musicians promoting American heritage music. Open jamming sessions, family-friendly live entertainment. Admission $5. 2 Lewis Theatre, 113 N Court St, ☏ +1 304-645-6038. Movies and balcony dining. (updated Aug 2025) Lewisburg Cinema 8, 257 Grand Ave, +1 304-992-7636. Two screens, playing first-run movies. Lewisburg Living History Exhibit, 119 W Washington Street. Daily 10AM-4PM. In the Lewisburg City Hall.

Greenbrier Bowling & Recreation Center, US-219 N, +1 304-645-4230. Open M-Th 11AM-11PM, F Sa 11AM-1AM Friday and Saturday, and Su 1-10 PM. Billiards, amusements, pro-shop, and bowling, including "cosmic bowling" on Friday and Saturday nights. Greenbrier Hills Golf Club, US-60 in Rainelle, +1 304-438-9050. Open April through October. 9 holes, 2,631 yards, par 35. Offers tennis courts also. $7 - 14. First Fridays, Downtown Lewisburg. The first Friday of each month brings in live music on the street and extended hours in the shops. A good way to enjoy a walking tour of Lewisburg past the rush hour. At Christmas the lights are an extra reason for photographers to bring the camera. The Battle of Lewisburg, ☏ +1 304-645-6910. Held in late May. Living history and re-enactment of the 1862 Battle of Lewisburg. Historical exhibits, recreated military camp and lantern tours, period dress events, dance, parades. The Shanghai Parade, a 150-year tradition held at New Year's Day, this parade is a relic of the Old Christmas celebrations before the calendar switched over. An excellent glimpse of the past with people dressing in costumes and marching downtown. Shops are open! 1 West Virginia State Fair, 107 W Fair St. M-F 8AM-11PM, Sa Su 8AM-midnight. Held in mid-August. Live music and entertainment, carnival rides, juried competitions, talent contest, harness racing, West Virginia showcase, concessions. Admission $9. Taste of Our Towns, downtown Lewisburg. Held one Saturday in October. Sample regional foods plus specialties from the Greenbrier, Tamarack and local restaurants.

Blackwell's Catering, 830 S Jefferson, ☏ +1 304-645-6159. M-F 8AM-7PM, Sa 8AM-4PM. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks and vegan offerings in a scenic golf atmosphere. Carlito's, Greenbrier Valley Mall, +1 304-645-3891. M-F 11AM-10PM, Sa noon-10PM and Su noon-9PM. Offering an extensive menu of Mexican favorites. On the other side of the mall from the theater, they have good food but the portions are larger than you might expect! Golden China Buffet, 475 Greenbrier Valley Mall Dr, +1 304-645-5678. M-Th 11AM-9PM, F Sa 11AM-10PM, Su 11:30AM-9PM. Chinese and American cuisine. Good place to eat before you see a movie at the mall! Usually plenty of room and quiet, pleasant atmosphere. Children love to watch the tank full of chichlids. China Palace, 1615 N. Jefferson St, ☏ +1 304-645-6235. Th-Tu 11AM-8:30PM. Offers a variety of Chinese specialties. Not far from the Walmart and just down the street from the scuba-diving shop. The fried green beans are a hit with kids. Sushi at the weekend buffet. When Pigs Fly Barbeque and Catering, 103 Seneca Trail, ☏ +1 304-249-8124. This is a mobile stall, and they are sometimes gone to other events, but the wait is worth it for the pulled pork barbecue, smoked nuts, and a concoction called the Barb-Q sundae--barbecue served in a sundae cup, topped with beans, slaw and a pickle on top where the straw would be. In the same parking lot as the Scuba Shop. This is the kind of cooking that you can show off. Large selection of sauces for the "naked" meat so you can choose how much to put on.

Del Sol Lounge, 206 W. Washington Street, ☏ +1 304-645-1717. Tu-Su 4-9PM, lounge is open to last call. The Irish Pub, 1030 E Washington St. F 5PM-1AM, Sa Su 1PM-1AM, M Tu 3PM-1AM, W Th closed. Owners do not permit smoking, but the drinks are finest-kind and the owners are bang-up traditional musicians. Their CD is well worth the price since you can't take them home with you. There is always some sort of event, charity drive, or celebration going on! Stardust Cafe, 102 E Washington Street, ☏ +1 304-647-3663. M-Th 9AM-8:30PM, F Sa 10AM-9:30PM. Organic fair-trade coffee shop, also offering soups, sandwiches and pastries. While the prices are higher than most other places, the quality of the food is never in question. The Wild Bean, 1056 E Washington St, ☏ +1 304-645-3738. M-F 6:30AM-7PM, Sa 7:30AM-7PM, Su 9AM-5PM. Organic and small-farmed coffee, espresso, tea, smoothies and pastries. Also offering light vegetarian fare. Wireless internet access available. A "Free Shelf" of books for the public disposal supports reading and literacy, and a nook in the back allows children creative play. Live music on a regular basis with entrance fees. This cafe is the heart of Lewisburg.

Sunset Terrace, US-60 W, +1 304-645-2363. 15 rooms. Hampton Inn, 238 Coleman Dr, ☏ +1 304-645-7300, toll-free: +1-800-HAMPTON (4267866). Indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, fitness center. Free continental breakfast. $75 - 84. Super 8 Motel, 550 N Jefferson Street, ☏ +1 304-647-3188, toll-free: +1-800-800-8000. 54 rooms. Free breakfast. $60 - 69. Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 222 Hunter Lane, ☏ +1 304-645-5750. Featuring indoor pool and whirlpool, fitness center, meeting room, high speed internet and breakfast. General Lewis Inn, 1236 E Washington St, ☏ +1 304-645-2600, toll-free: +1-800-628-4454. 25 rooms. It was built in 1834, with an addition in 1929, the inn was the site of a Civil War battle in 1862, and today is furnished with local antiques. Front desk dating from 1760, living room, memory hall, dollhouse and fish pond. Adjacent to downtown Lewisburg. $100 - 145. The Greenbrier Hotel, 300 W. Main St, ☏ +1 304-536-1110, toll-free: +1-800-624-6070. White Sulphur Springs, One of the world's most famous and elegant resorts, dating to 1778. 721 guests rooms. Church Street B&B, 213 Church Street, ☏ +1 304-645-7014. 2 rooms in a historic 1904 stone home within walking distance of downtown. Perennial gardens, eight fireplaces. James Wylie House, 208 E Main Street, ☏ +1 304-536-9444, toll-free: +1-800-870-1613. White Sulphur Springs; An early 19th-century home and log cabin offering private baths, air conditioning and a full breakfast.

Lewisburg is located on I-64 between Beckley and Covington, Virginia. US-219 — which passes through Marlinton to the north, and Peterstown to the south — and US-60 — which passes north of Fayetteville to the west, and through Covington] to the east — also pass through the town. 1 Greenbrier Valley Airport (LWB IATA) (US-219 off I-64), ☏ +1 304-645-3961. Nonstop Service on United to Washington-Dulles and Silver Airways to Atlanta. Amtrak train service is available to nearby White Sulphur Springs or Alderson, each around 10 miles away.

Mountain Transit Authority offers bus service within Lewisburg and to nearby towns from about 7AM to 6PM. Cosmic Cab Company +1 304 646-8882