Guidebook for Charles Town
Food Scene
Press Room
129 W German St Best local spot for a celebratory dinner. Try the roast duck!
Literally the best croissants I've experienced outside of France, but really everything at this tiny bakery is absolute perfection. The hours are limited, so check their Facebook page before heading over.
Pressed Flour
111 W German StLiterally the best croissants I've experienced outside of France, but really everything at this tiny bakery is absolute perfection. The hours are limited, so check their Facebook page before heading over.
Bisou Bistro at The Canal House
1226 West Washington StreetCajun-inspired menu, with lots of locally sourced ingredients.
Drinks & Nightlife
This place has a little bit of everything - food & drink, live music, local art shows, a small arcade, and is kid friendly.
Town Run Tap House and Community Pub
202 E Washington StThis place has a little bit of everything - food & drink, live music, local art shows, a small arcade, and is kid friendly.
Less than a mile down the road! You won't want to miss the fun, free tastings at this unusual local distillery. Live music on Saturday evenings.
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Bloomery Distillery
16357 Charles Town RdLess than a mile down the road! You won't want to miss the fun, free tastings at this unusual local distillery. Live music on Saturday evenings.
Parks & Nature
A nice, steep hike with beautiful views of Harpers Ferry. Takes about 2 hours.
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Maryland Heights
171 Harpers Ferry RdA nice, steep hike with beautiful views of Harpers Ferry. Takes about 2 hours.
Essentials
Martin's Food
1950 S Pleasant Valley RdSightseeing
Harpers Ferry Historic Town
Great view of the Shenandoah River above lower Harpers Ferry. Supposedly Thomas Jefferson said, "this scene is worth a voyage across the Atlantic."
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Jefferson Rock
Great view of the Shenandoah River above lower Harpers Ferry. Supposedly Thomas Jefferson said, "this scene is worth a voyage across the Atlantic."
Entertainment & Activities
Tubing, rafting, white-water kayaking, zipline, and more.
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River Riders Family Adventure Resort
408 Alstadts Hill RdTubing, rafting, white-water kayaking, zipline, and more.
Shopping
Shepherdstown is full of unique boutiques, restaurants, and cafes. Check out Tonic Herb Shop & Elixir Bar for delicious one-of-a-kind herbal beverages. Also worth a visit: Four Seasons Books, a full service local book store; Grapes & Grains Gourmet, for your beer, wine, and cheese needs; The Local Source, for local crafters and artists' products.
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Shepherdstown
Shepherdstown is full of unique boutiques, restaurants, and cafes. Check out Tonic Herb Shop & Elixir Bar for delicious one-of-a-kind herbal beverages. Also worth a visit: Four Seasons Books, a full service local book store; Grapes & Grains Gourmet, for your beer, wine, and cheese needs; The Local Source, for local crafters and artists' products.