Come see why Charleston’s year-round Capitol Market is a vibrant part of West Virginia’s capital city. Tucked in a turn-of-the-century train station, the indoor-outdoor market offers an exciting mix of farm goodness and specialty shops. Pick up seasonal goods to enjoy now and WV-made gifts to take home. Enjoy seafood, sushi or just-carved meat from the butcher. Order soup, salad or a sandwich from one of the many lunch hot spots, or pop in to a lively Italian restaurant for a sit-down meal. Grab a coffee while you shop and artisan chocolates, exotic cheeses and wine to enjoy later at home. They’ll remind you of a great day spent at the market!

Fife Street Brewing is a celebration of craft and community. We love West Virginia, and we’ve made this place for our town — for authentic and inclusive experiences over great beer, food, and conversations.

Our beer is classic and fresh while bold and familiar. We’ve got a beer to please everyone from the hard-working joe, to the family gatherings, to the weekend adventurer. Come grab a brew and discover the taste of Charleston for yourself.

Located on Capitol Street in beautiful downtown Charleston, WV, Taylor Books is an independent bookstore, coffee shop, café, and art gallery. Opened by Ann Saville in 1995, Taylor Books has become a landmark and must-visit destination. We invite you to take advantage of our broad selection of books, wide variety of hard-to-find magazines and unique collection of cards and gifts. Come by the cafe to enjoy a scone or a cup of coffee and take advantage of our FREE WI-FI.

Explore local contemporary art and handmade crafts in the Annex Gallery. Feed your creative side by taking a class in our Annex Studios. Whatever your pleasure, we invite you to make yourself at home, whether you’re in-store or online.

Welcome to Ellen’s Homemade Ice Cream, a beacon of sweet delights nestled in the heart of downtown Charleston, WV. Since opening our doors in September 1997, we've been passionate about serving the community with scoops of happiness, one cone at a time.

A New Chapter Begins In April 2022, our beloved founder Ellen decided to hang up her apron and pass the ice cream scoop to a new team. Stepping up to continue Ellen's legacy are the dynamic trio — Aaron and Marie Clark, a dedicated husband and wife duo with a fervent passion for the craft, and the award-winning Chef Paul Smith. With their combined expertise and love for artisanal ice cream, Ellen's is poised to soar to new heights while preserving the essence that makes it special.

Made with Love Every icy treat you taste here — be it our creamy ice creams, zesty sherbets, smooth gelatos, or refreshing sorbets — is crafted right on our premises. We believe in the magic of homemade, and it’s a tradition we uphold with every batch.

More than Just Ice Cream Though our ice creams are the star of the show, Ellen's is also a haven for those seeking more. Whether you're in the mood for a warm cup of coffee, a comforting mug of tea, or a wholesome lunch, we've got you covered. Dive into our delicious homemade soups, fresh green salads, hearty pasta/grain salads, and mouth-watering wraps. Plus, for our vegetarian and vegan friends, our menu is rich with choices tailored just for you.

Indulge in the Classics Who could resist a good old-fashioned Banana Split or a Hot Fudge Sundae, especially when the hot fudge is made in-house? Pair it with our own homemade brownies, and you have a treat that's truly divine. That's not all — from our baked-to-perfection cookies to our moist carrot cake cupcakes, every dessert at Ellen’s promises a journey of flavors.

At Ellen’s, every visit is an experience. Here, you can enjoy a nutritious lunch and follow it up with a decadent dessert. Because, why not? Life is short, and we believe in making every bite count.

Come, join us at Ellen’s, and let us serve you a slice of our world, where every treat is made with love, care, and an extra sprinkle of joy.

1010 Bridge presents an exquisite dining journey; merging New American culinary art with essence of Appalachian traditions and the warmth of heartfelt hospitality.

*Reservations Recommended

A modern tavern located in South Hills among the shops on Bridge Road.

Lola’s Pizza is located inside of a cute little house in the South Hills area of Charleston, West Virginia. Our handmade, Neapolitan-style pizzas are served piping hot out of our stone hearth oven. Try one of our specialties — popular pies include our Fig Jam & Rosemary, Spinach & Feta, and Spicy Shrimp & Sausage — or you can create your own. We offer dine in or carry out. If you are getting a pizza to go please ask us about our partially baked pizzas. We will cook your pizza halfway and allow you to do the rest at home. It is a great way to enjoy a pizza straight from the oven when it's convenient for you.

Caffe Romeo has been serving Charleston with Authentic Italian, fresh homemade Gelato (ice cream) since 2017. Our Gelato is made in an artisanal way with personalized recipes, prepared with the best ingredients on the market from Italy. All the equipment used is top of the line and our Carpigiani is truly the "Ferrari" of ice cream machines.

Get to know this 1.4-mile out-and-back trail near Charleston, West Virginia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 37 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and road biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Discover a world of music, theater, art and science at one of the most unique venues in the country. Visit an interactive museum with art and science exhibits of its own and traveling exhibitions from around the country, become immersed in a giant screen film or planetarium show on a 61-foot dome, hear world-class performances by renowned entertainers and more – all under one roof! With so many educational and cultural activities, the Clay Center has something for everyone, and it’ll keep you coming back for more.

Our goal is simple: Use seasonal ingredients to create healthy food that’s nourishing, delicious and makes you feel great.

Located in the heart of downtown Charleston, guests can enjoy simple, seasonal and delightful dishes in our casual, relaxed environment. Open Monday through Friday for breakfast and lunch. We are so excited to see you! Stay safe and much love.

Hale House is a bourbon style Bistro conveniently situated in the downtown Charleston historic district. Arriving guests are immediately embraced by the natural wood tones and unique materials used throughout the décor that boast of a reminiscent place and time. The relaxed, and yet refined, surroundings help to create a serene mood and contentment among the patrons. The mostly made from scratch and locally sourced menu is bolstered by a spirit list of more than 300 choices for your tasting pleasure, with over of 240 of those being bourbons and whiskeys. The inviting atmosphere, delicious food, and premium spirits all come together in a harmonious blend that, when combined with the top- notch service, bring to you a five -star dining experience. But you don’t have to take our word for it…

The West Virginia State Museum is dedicated to inspiring, educating, and enriching the lives of the public by instilling a deeper understanding and sense of pride through the collection, preservation, and exhibition of diverse cultural and historic traditions, focusing on every aspect of West Virginia history, culture, art, paleontology, archaeology, and geology from all geographic regions--representing the people, land, and industries.

To schedule a tour group with the West Virginia State Museum, please contact our Museum Education Coordinator, Nathan Barner at (304) 558-0020 ext. 185 or e-mail our Museum Education staff at wvmuseumed@wv.gov

At first glance, what appears to be an opened puzzle box is actually, The Veterans Memorial in Charleston, West Virginia, which was built to commemorate the lives lost of fellow Virginians in the wars of the 20th century. P. Joseph Mullins designed the memorial with the names of the soldiers who lost their lives inscribed into the granite of the memorial as well as four bronze sculptures that resemble the different factions that were at war with each other. It is definitely worth a visit when in Charleston.

Located seven miles from Charleston, Kanawha State Forest is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The forest has more than 60 miles of hiking and biking trails, picnic areas and diverse wildflower, tree and bird populations. Amenities include picnic shelters, playgrounds and camp sites. In-season hunting is permitted in specified areas for hunters with a valid license.

Yen's Sandwiches is a Vietnamese Restaurant & Sandwich shop that features fresh baked Vietnamese baguette stuffed with traditional proteins such as pate, pork roll, and red pork ha. We also offer the essential Vietnamese dishes such as pho noodle soup, vermicelli bowl in a small dining room. You can also find sweet desserts such as bubble tea, smoothies, and rice pudding at Yen's Sandwiches.

The Olive Tree features a Boars Head deli to get fresh meats & cheeses, as a made to order sandwich to enjoy dining in or carryout. We offer several specialty sandwiches such as a Mediterranean grilled chicken wrap, a Cuban, a "real" philly cheesesteak, Italian hoagie, gourmet grilled cheese, mediterranean grilled cheese & more! We feature Nathan's hot dogs & also offer many mediterranean delicacies such as hummus, grape leaves, salads etc.

Dinner choices are second to none! From our fresh black Angus petite fillets chargrilled Mediterranean style, fire roasted Mediterranean chicken, brought in fresh twice-weekly sea scallops, fire roasted shrimp, fresh mahi with a mango pineapple salsa, incredibly thick porterhouse cut lamb chops, lamb kebab… the choice is up to you!

Kin Ship was founded in 2009 in Louisville, Kentucky by Dan Davis and Hillary Harrison and has grown to a team of more than a dozen people based in Charleston, West Virginia. We design cozy apparel and home goods inspired by rabble rousers, mountain mornings, labors of love, and dusty keepsakes. In addition to our in-house line, we also carry things made by other independent artists that we admire.

In addition to our lil store, our goods are sold in over 60 shops across the country and around the world. Our stuff has been worn by some fine folks you might know, like: Patti Smith, Mindy Kaling, Tyler Childers, Jennifer Garner, Lucinda Williams, Reggie Watts, and The Strokes. We’ve done collabs, custom projects, and hosted events with Pathway to Paris, Stay F. Homekins, Wyatt Cenac, Aaron Draplin, Will Oldham, Michael Hurley, and lots of nice people doing good things.

It’s been a fun + wild ride so far and we’re looking forward to lots more fun things in the future. Thanks for helping us make this crazy dream a real thing. Stay cozy.

The Best of Crete has been serving authentic Greek food to the Charleston area since 1983. My parents Joann and William, along with my brother Greg started the shop in the Charleston Town Center mall. We moved to our current location (816 Beech Ave) in 2015. Our hours are Tues.- Friday. 11a.m. to 6 p.m. In addition to our store front, we will cater you next business meeting or event. Call us at 304-343-3292.

The 7th generation of the Dickinson Family has revived their salt making heritage to create an all-natural, artisanal salt organically gathered from a pristine, 400 million year old sea, deep below the Appalachian Mountains. Their small batch, hand-harvested, solar-dried salt is produced using environmentally sustainable techniques on the same farm in Malden, West Virginia where William Dickinson began making salt almost 200 years ago. Free tours are available from April to November.

A Greek Revival gem, Craik-Patton House dates back to the year 1834. The historic structure is built with four gigantic pillars and features a magnificent facade. Visitors can explore the structure through tours, reservations are highly recommended. One can explore the beautiful gardens taking a stroll around it.

Blenko has been creating mouth blown and hand cast architectural glass and art glass since 1893 in America.

*Factory tours available

It’s been 25 years since this West Virginia hillbilly and California city girl followed our dreams of being together and opening a weenie stand along the riverbank of the Ohio River in Lesage, West Virginia. In the fall of 1999, we built a 12x16 building on the land where Sonny grew up and Hillbilly Hotdogs opened its doors for the very first time on September 6, 1999 but then we closed three days later so we could get married - we have renewed our vows over 30 times since! A decade and a half later, we are still crazy in love and still going strong. We have outgrown and upgraded from that 12x16 building; we added two old school buses and we continue to grow more and more every day. We owe our success to all of you thousands of weenie lovers who visit us each and every year.

The New River Gorge National Park & Preserve is America’s newest national park located in beautiful Southern West Virginia.

Welcome to Trails Heaven, a system of professionally managed trails that are the most enjoyable in the country!

The Hatfield-McCoy Trails is made up of over 1000+ miles of trails and located in the rich mountains of southern West Virginia. As one of the largest off-highway vehicle trail systems in the world, Hatfield-McCoy Trails is open 365 days a year and offers something for every skill level.

Trails range from the scenic mountain views of Pinnacle Creek, to the tight and twisting trails of Bearwallow. Many trails connect to West Virginia’s ATV friendly towns‚ where visitors can grab a bite to eat and experience true Southern hospitality.

The goal of the Hatfield-McCoy Trails is to provide the finest recreational experience in the country, and with praises from Dirt Wheels, ATV Illustrated, ATV Sport, Dirt Rider, and ATV Magazine, as well as television features on Outdoor Channel programs such as Fishers ATV World, Dirt Trax TV and others, it seems people are taking note.

West Virginia is known as “Almost Heaven,” so it’s only natural the Hatfield-McCoy Trails have become known as Trails Heaven. If you have questions, feel free to call the Hatfield-McCoy offices at 1-800-592-2217.