I know that downtown Lynchburg is bad, but there are nice spots like anywhere else. The main reason I go to downtown Lynchburg is because I am so poor that it is hard to go anywhere else (the nearest big city (I am refering to Roanoke, obviously) is at least 1 hour away), but I am forced to live near Lynchburg because I am poor. Lynhcburg is not historic, but nearby downtown Bedford is historic. Downtown Bedford is small, but it is nicer. Go to Bedford if you want someplace historic. Downtown is half abandoned and most people I know agree that downtown Lynchburg is dead. The few places still open to the public are rarely visited. If you do not live nearby, then is not worth the drive to visit Downtown Lynchburg. It is not actually historic. It is only advertised as historic to get more visitors.
All of the staff at the downtown Lynchburg association here are rude and mean. Also, they are closed most of the time. They are allowing and encouraging the continued degeneracy, poverty, and crime of the run-down city of Lynchburg where most everything is closed and there is...
Read moreWhat an amazing turnaround! The revitalization of downtown is gaining momentum and downtown Lynchburg has become the premier place in Central Virginia to live, work, and play. It is truly becoming a vibrant center for the greater Lynchburg area. Every year more and more businesses open and thrive and every year the events get better. There is beautiful history on every block and it is wonderful that downtown Lynchburg has retained its historical urban fabric and built upon it!
Be sure to visit the Bluffwalk, Monument Terrace, the revitalized riverfront area, the community market, The Virginian Hotel, The Academy Center of the Arts, and all the wonderful new restaurants and business like El Jefe, Bootleggers, Dukes Diner, Water Dog, Hoppy Books, Skyline Grille, Market at Main, Crisp, Tahinis, and Urbavore! So excited for this growing and...
Read moreI recently had a fantastic experience with Downtown Lynchburg Association that truly highlighted their exceptional customer service. I encountered an issue with a purchase, and their team went above and beyond to make things right. Becca’s swift and generous response turned a frustrating situation into a positive one. This kind of dedication to customer satisfaction is rare, and I highly recommend DLA for its outstanding service. Thank you for going...
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