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Hotels and activities to enjoy your trip with accessibility information verified by our team. Photos and measurements included!
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Wheel the World and Visit Charlottesville's mutual effort encourages people with disabilities to travel and enjoy unforgettable experiences with their loved ones.
There is a world out there and our mission is to help everyone explore it without limits!
Charlottesville: a place for foodies, art lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike
Nestled in Virginia's scenic Piedmont region, Charlottesville boasts a rich history and contemporary charm! Visitors can explore its vibrant arts scene with renowned festivals, trendy galleries, and a lively pedestrian mall teeming with cafes and shops. Foodies can rejoice in farm-to-table fare and local craft brews while outdoor enthusiasts hike verdant foothills and kayak serene lakes or explore winding vineyards along the Monticello Wine Trail. From historical landmarks to stunning natural beauty, Charlottesville offers a diverse experience for every visitor.
Getting around Charlottesville
Some of the accessible transportation options are:
Accessible public transportation like buses.
Uber WAV ride-sharing services are available.
Get all the accessibility information we’ve mapped out in collaboration with the city tourism offices
Some of the accessibility features we have mapped:
Room: entrance, spaces, bed and closet.
Bathroom: access, interior, toilet, shower and sink.
Building access, lobby, breakfast area and common spaces.
Tips when traveling
Best time to visit
The best time to visit Charlottesville is during spring, from April to June, or fall from September to October, when the weather is mild and outdoor activities can be enjoyed without extreme temperatures.
Climate
Charlottesville experiences a temperate climate with mild summers (75 - 85°F), vibrant falls, and serene winters around 35°F. The wet season, from November to March, may bring occasional rainfall.
Events
Charlottesville hosts various events, including the Virginia Film Festival (fall), the Festival of the Book (spring), the Fridays After Five concert series(summer), and the Tom Tom Founders Festival (spring).
Recommendations
When visiting Charlottesville, be sure to tour Monticello's historic home, savor local wines at some of its many vineyards, and have a unique apple-picking experience at Carter Mountain Orchard.
Learn more about Charlottesville through our blog notes
Do you have any doubts? Check these frequently asked questions
Being a Verified Destination by Wheel the World means all the locations who are part of this program were visited by our team and the accessibility data presented is accurate.
We approach accessibility impartially, presenting the data objectively, and empowering travelers to make their own informed decisions. Recognizing the diversity of disabilities, our primary aim is to centralize the information for anyone who needs it.
Every Wheel the World partner has been provided access to our Accessibility Academy, which strives to encourage and promote the best service in the hospitality industry to travelers with disabilities.
Yes, anyone 18 years and up can book a trip with us.
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Your hotel, restaurant, transportation or accessible experience can be mapped and offered by Wheel the World.