Things to do in Southern West Virginia

Activities, attractions and tours
Hawks Nest State Park which includes a bridge, tranquil scenes and a river or creek
New River Gorge Bridge which includes tranquil scenes, a gorge or canyon and a bridge
Hawks Nest State Park which includes mountains, views and tranquil scenes
West Virginia State Museum as well as an individual female
West Virginia State Capitol Building featuring a fountain, an administrative building and a park

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What to do in Southern West Virginia


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Areas of Southern West Virginia

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Teays Valley

You might consider checking out Nitro City Park while you're exploring Teays Valley and the larger Scott Depot area.

Teays Valley
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Kanawha City

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Kanawha City. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Kanawha Mall Shopping Center and Daniel Boone Park, a few notable attractions nearby.

Kanawha City
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Institute

When in Institute, you can plan a visit to Shawnee Sports Complex and Dunbar Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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East End Historic District

Visitors highly recommend East End Historic District for its casinos, and you can make a stop by Kanawha Riflemens Memorial Park while you're in town.

East End Historic District
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Ruthdale

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Ruthdale. You might consider stopping by Southridge Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Ruthdale
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Malden

Malden is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cabin Creek Quilts or African Zion Baptist Church.

Malden