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Welcome
45 minutes from Lynchburg� VA 1.5 hours from Raleigh� NC 1.5 hours from Roanoke� VA 2 hours from Charlotte� NC 2.5 hours from Richmond� VA 3.5 hours from Norfolk� VA
Danville and Pittsylvania County offer scenic farmers markets and historic main street communities, traditional and one-of-a-kind museums, internationally
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recognized competitions, and award-winning trails
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and waterways. Whether visitors come for family-
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friendly excursions or decidedly more adult-ish night-on-the town itineraries, we offer warm hospi-
so much to do, so much to see.
tality and abundant activities, unique delights, and plenty of adventure. Our story is filled with dramatic history, much
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of which follows the highs and lows of a larger
• Tobacco & Textiles.......................................................... 4-7
oring this important past, but this is a moment of
• The Fastest Growing Tourism Destination..... 8-11 • Get Outside......................................................................... 12-15 • Picture Perfect Parks..................................................... 16-19 • Premier Performances.................................................. 20-23 • Historical Importance.................................................. 24-27 • Let’s Go Racin’................................................................... 28-31 • Festivals & Events............................................................ 32-35 • Food & Beverage............................................................... 36-39 • Must Sees in SoSi............................................................. 40-43 • Lodging Guide................................................................... 44-47 e for Your go-to guid can u yo ng everythi Si. So in e se do and
2026
visitor guide
DANVILLE • PITTSYLVANIA CO. VisitSoSi.com • @VisitSoSi
Be sure to call ahead to ensure hours of operations haven’t changed. Published by
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American narrative. Of course, the region is hontransformation and, make no mistake, we are also fully focused on the future. Spurred by vision and armed with incredible opportunity and momentum, our area is uncommonly friendly, welcoming, unassuming, but knowingly proud. The people here found this place before it was famous. We built this community before it was cool, and now suddenly, everyone else is recognizing the value locals have always known. Tradition, vision, and investment have converged. And, seemingly every day, there is another great idea being brought to life. Opportunity is everywhere here, and innovation and enthusiasm are spurring smart growth and impactful infrastructure development.
2026 Danville Office of Economic Development & Tourism (DOEDT) 434-793-1753. All Rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part in any form or by any means requires prior written permission from the DOEDT. The information contained in this Visitor Guide is for general information purposes only. Inclusion in this guide does not constitute an endorsement by the DOEDT. Although every reasonable effort is made to present current and accurate information, neither DOEDT, the City of Danville, nor its partners, can guarantee the reliability of the information provided herein.
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The best part is, we want to share it all with YOU. Welcome to SoSi.
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