Barracks Road Shopping Center, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America

Barracks Road Shopping Center, in the central part of Charlottesville, Virginia, is a retail destination as it boasts a perfect combination of the best local and national brands. It opened in 1957 and is known for its acres of parking that are free of charge. In addition, there are more than 80 shops and restaurants at the site, including spas and salons as well as renowned national retailers like Madewell, Ulta and Nike, and the Banana Republic.

Barracks Road Shopping Center is viewed as the best of its kind in the city. Around the center are lots of vineyards and wineries that produce some of the excellent beverages in the state, including Barboursville Vineyards and Grace Estate Winery. The Wintergreen Resort, near Charlottesville, is also a fantastic spot for recreation as it features a golf course, ski/snowboarding areas, event space, lodging, tennis courts, a spa, restaurants, stores, and cafeterias. Some of the top-rated hotels that are close to the shopping center are the Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville and the University of Virginia Inn at Darden. These hotels are just walking distance to the shopping center. The Residence Inn is a pet-friendly hotel and offers free breakfast. It is as well near the University of Virginia. On the other hand, the UoV Inn has free WiFi, near dining options, and is offering discounted rates to a nearby fitness center. The hotel also has a picnic area, a garden as well as terraces in rooms.