Plan Your Visit to Smithfield, Virginia!
A Change of Pace Awaits
Discover the charm of this waterfront community, rich in history and agriculture. Explore museums, local cuisine, shopping and more! Plan a day-trip or an extended vacation, and come prepared to relax and enjoy the sights and flavors of historic Smithfield, Virginia.
Plan Your Trip
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Take a tour of the nation’s oldest brick church, and the oldest active cemetery in Virginia. This historic landmark dates back to the 17th Century, and is now a museum dedicated to preserving the building and grounds, which have become an enduring symbol of religious freedom in America.
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The Isle of Wight County Museum tells the story of the county through interactive exhibits and a turn-of-the-century country store! If you’re a fan of famous Smithfield ham and Smithfield peanuts, be sure to see The World’s Oldest Ham and the World’s Oldest Peanut!
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Find a taste of the south at Q Daddy’s Pittmaster BBQ, a family-owned restaurant with a full menu of mouth-watering southern dishes.
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Top off your adventure with a nightcap at Wharf Hill Brewing Company, a local restaurant serving delicious pub fare and a variety of locally-brewed craft beer.
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Virginia is for Lovers
There’s even more to do in Smithfield, Virginia!
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