Timeline
12:40
Walk the grounds of Old City Cemetery at dawn. The site opens at dawn, so you will have the quietest possible experience before the midday crowds arrive. Read the plaques and take in the oldest continuously-operated public cemetery in Virginia.
13:07
Head east to The Yard on 5th Street for a slow, hearty lunch. This barbecue restaurant is a short walk from the cemetery and opens at 11:30, giving you plenty of time to sit down and eat before the afternoon rush.
15:42
Stroll over to Craddock Terry Shoe to see the public art piece. The large high heel shoe with LOVE spelled on the sides is a local landmark installed by the Virginia Tourism Corporation. It is a quick detour on your way back toward the city center.
Local tip
The cemetery is open daily from dawn to dusk. The Yard on 5th Street is closed on Mondays, so plan this for Tuesday through Sunday. The walk between the cemetery and the restaurant is short and easy.
Check before you go
- Old City Cemetery opens at dawn. Arrive early for the best light and quiet.
- The Yard on 5th Street is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:30, and Sunday from 11:30 to 20:30.
- Check the route from Old City Cemetery to The Yard on 5th Street if you are not familiar with the area.
Worth knowing
- The Yard on 5th Street is open at 13:07 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Lynchburg (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).