Attractions in Charleston, West Virginia

Casinos

Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center 304-776-1000
P.O. Box 7118, Cross Lanes, WVLocated 15 Minutes from Charleston
The Tri-State Racetrack & Gaming Center offers 90,000 square feet of gaming entertainment with 1,800 slots and more than 70 varieties of games; and state-of-the-art... more info map

Historic Homes & Buildings

Craik-Patton House 304-925-5341
2809 Kanawha Boulevard East; P.O. Box 175, Charleston, WV 25311
Located on the Midland Trail (WV Route 60)
Known as "Elm Grove" when constructed by the Rev. James Craik, the restored Greek Revival-style Craik-Patton House, adjacent to Daniel Boone Park along the banks of the... more info map
Midland Trail National Scenic Byway 304-343-6001
2504 Kanawha Boulevard East , Charleston, WV 25301
Midland Trail Scenic Highway Visitors Center
Experience the restored antebellum town of Lewisburg, enjoy extreme outdoor sports, the beauty of the Scenic New River Gorge, or visit one of WV D5s premiere State Parks. more info map
Morgan's Kitchen Plantation Museum 304-727-2654
Route 60 MacCorkle Avenue, St. Albans, WV 25177
Located 10 Miles West
Once used as a hospital and a kitchen for both sides during the Civil War, this log kitchen displays an open fireplace, various original jugs and containers, a table... more info map
West Virginia Governor's Mansion 304-558-4839
1716 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25305
This 30-room Georgian Revival structure, overlooking the Kanawha River, was designed by Charleston architect Walter F. Martens. The first floor state rooms are open to... more info map
West Virginia State Capitol Building 304-558-4839
1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25311
Situated along the Kanawha River, the classical-styled State Capitol was designed by architect Cass Gilbert, who also designed the U.S. Treasury Building and the U.S.... more info map

Historic Sites & Monuments

Criel Indian Mound
Located in Staunton Park
Probably built between 250 and 150 B.C., the Criel Mound in South Charleston is the largest of approximately 50 conical type mounds of the Adena culture in an area west... more info
New River Gorge Bridge 304-574-2115
P.O. Box 202, Lansing, WVLocated on U. S. Route 19
875 feet above the bottom of the New River Gorge, the 1,700-foot New River Gorge Bridge has the second longest single arch steel span in the world and it is the second... more info map
West Virginia Veterans Memorial 304-558-0230
1900 Kanasha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25314
Part of the State Capitol Complex, this two-story oval shaped monument honors more than 10,000 West Virginians who defended the nation in 20th century conflicts. Four... more info map

Libraries & Research Centers

St. Albans Public Library 304-722-4244
602 4th Street, St. Albans, WV 25177
Located 10 Miles West
The first floor of this library contains an adult collection of books, CDs, DVDs, books-on-tape, magazines, and newspapers while the second floor is exclusively devoted... more info map
West Virginia State Archives 304-558-0230 Ext. 168
1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25305
West Virginia State Archives is a historical and genealogical research library that contains such items as maps, manuscripts, state and county records, special... more info map

Museums & Galleries

Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences 304-561-3500
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301
Home to the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra, the 240,000 square foot Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences includes the Maier Foundation Performance Hall, an 1,883-seat... more info map
Heritage Towers 304-343-3250
612 Virginia Street East, Charleston, WV 25301
Heritage Towers "provides a series of exhibits, lectures, concerts, cultural celebrations, festivals and programs designed to preserve the past and strengthen the... more info map
South Charleston Museum 304-744-9711
311 D Street, South Charleston, WV 25303
Within walking distance of the Adena/Hopewell Native American burial mound, the South Charleston Museum features changing exhibitions, children's activities, workshops... more info map
Train Depot Museum 304-727-3084
2029 Benedict Circle, St. Albans, WV 25177
Located 10 Miles West
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this museum features high ceilings and tall windows making it one of West Virginia's most architecturally detailed... more info map
West Virginia of Culture and History 304-558-0220
1900 Kanawha Boulevard East, Charleston, WV 25305-0300
Located at the Capitol Complex
The West Virginia Cultural Center showcases West Virginia's artistic, cultural and historic heritage. The Cultural Center houses the offices of the Commission on the... more info map

National Parks & Natural Wonders

New River Gorge National River 304-465-0508
P.O. Box 246, Glen Jean, WVNew River is among the oldest rivers on the continent. The New River Gorge National River includes over 70,000 acres of land along the New River. Visitors enjoy such... more info

Parks, Gardens & Zoos

Cato Park 304-348-6860
200 Baker Lane (Administrative Offices), Charleston, WV 25302
Located on the City's West Side
Cato Park contains an executive nine-hole, par 3 golf course, a Garrison hiking trail, an Olympic size swimming pool, tennis courts, and several picnic areas. more info map
Daniel Boone Roadside Park 304-348-6860
Located East of Charleston on US Route 60
A historic area along Kanawha Boulevard East, Daniel Boone Roadside Park offers a boat ramp, picnic area, the Ruffner Log Cabin, and the Craik-Patton House. more info map
Magic Island 304-348-6860
101 Kanawha Boulevard West, South Charleston, WV 25302
Located West of Kanawha Boulevard
Situated at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha Rivers, Magic Island features a walking track, sand volleyball courts, and picnic areas. more info
Nitro City Park 304-755-0705
Located on Park Avenue
Enjoy picnic shelters, a children's playground, and baseball fields while at this scenic park that also offers swimming opportunities right across the street. more info map
St. Albans Roadside Park 304-722-4625
Route 60 West, St. Albans, WV 25177
Located 10 Miles West
St. Albans Roadside Park features a picnic area, playground, and a boat ramp. Limited camping is available. more info

Science & Technology

Clay Center's Avampato Discovery Museum 304-561-3500
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301
Located at Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences
Explore two floors of interactive science exhibits that are sure to entertain the whole family while at this science museum. The Gizmo Factory is made up of more than... more info map

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