They say that a photo is worth a thousand words, so sit back, scroll, and let these photos convince you to plan a perfect spring getaway to Charlottesville & Albemarle County!

1.) Patio Dining on the Historic Pedestrian Downtown Mall

(Photo Credit - Sanjay Suchak)

2.) Scenic Country Roads

3.) Block Parties & Concerts at the Tom Tom Founders Festival

(Photo Credit - Tom Tom Founders Festival)

4.) A Saturday Morning Visit to the Charlottesville City Market

5.) Spring Flowers on the Downtown Mall

(Photo Credit - Brantley Ussery)

6.) Fridays After Five at the Sprint Pavilion

(Photo Credit - Skyclad Aerial)

7.) Blooming Magnolias at the University of Virginia

(Photo Credit - Brantley Ussery)

8.) A Trip to an Area Orchard

9.) A Hike to the Top of Humpback Rocks

(Photo Credit - Brent McGuirt Photography)

10.) Tulips in Bloom at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

(Photo Credit - Jack Looney)

11.) Hydrangeas in Bloom at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards

(Photo Credit - Anna Quillon)

12.) Picking Strawberries!

(Photo Credit - Robert Radifera)

13.) The Taste of Monticello Wine Festival

14.) The Rotunda at the University of Virginia

(Photo Credit - Brantley Ussery)

15.) A Polo Match at King Family Vineyards

(Photo Credit - Anna Quillon)

16.) Colorful Countrysides

(Photo Credit - Jane Tressel)

These photos only begin to scratch the surface of just how beautiful the Charlottesville area is during the spring months. Click around on our website for even more ideas of things to do and places to stay as you plan your visit. We look forward to seeing you in Charlottesville & Albemarle County this spring!