The "Burg" and Beyond

Washington, DC
White House
Capitol Building
Kennedy Center
National Zoo
Smithsonian Institution
National Gallery
Lincoln Memorial
Washington Monument
Jefferson Memorial
Vietnam Memorial
International Spy Museum
Fredericksburg is a great college town, blending the historic and the contemporary, combining small-city charm with a vision for the future. Our regional community is one of the fastest growing in Virginia, with nearly 300,000 residents. UMW students find there are countless opportunities for fun and adventure in and around Fredericksburg. Plus, you have easy access to Richmond and Washington, D.C.—two cities rich in internships, research excursions, and weekend enjoyment.
AROUND TOWN
- Historic Fredericksburg
- Use your EagleOne card off campus at these UMW Business Partner locations which include popular local restaurants
- Monkee's of Fredericksburg - Boutique shopping (Monkee's national)
- Fredericksburg Ice Park
- Carl's Ice Cream — Not to be missed
- Hyperion — Every college town needs a good coffee house
- Central Park — Shopping and dining, including such standbys as Target, Old Navy, Wal-Mart, Borders Books, TGI Friday's, Chipotle, Panera's and Outback Steakhouse
- Bistro Bethem - 309 William St. - a true bistro experience; modern American cuisine
- Fatty J's — Great place to eat and relax
- The latest movies at Regal Fredericksburg 15 and Marquee Cinemas
