A private group shuttle that carries families and small groups from Pantops Shopping Center to multiple Charlottesville-area wineries and tasting rooms. Ideal for easygoing tastings, picnics, and local events with minimal planning—drivers handle logistics so you can focus on the pours.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step into the shuttle at Pantops Shopping Center and the road eases you toward vines and low blue ridgelines beyond.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels — light walking and extended sitting in a vehicle; good for families and older travelers.
Wildlife
History
Viticulture in the Charlottesville area ties to 19th-century plantings and a resurgence in small-scale wineries over the last few decades, concentrated along the Monticello AVA foothills.
Conservation
Many local wineries practice sustainable or reduced-chemical farming; visitors can support conservation by buying local bottles and staying on marked paths.
Reserve your spot on the Family Wine Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Reserve Tastings Ahead
Call wineries in advance — small tasting rooms limit walk-ins and group sizes; pre-booking ensures your group can be accommodated.
Bring Government ID
Everyone who plans to taste must present valid ID; keep copies or photos separate from wallets.
Budget for Tasting Fees and Purchases
Tasting fees are commonly charged per person and bottles you buy are extra; carry a card and some cash for small purchases.
Plan for Short Walks
Wear stable, comfortable shoes—some wineries have gravel paths or uneven steps between parking and tasting rooms.
Government ID
Required for alcohol tastings and to enter tasting rooms.
Comfortable walking shoes
Useful for gravel paths, cellar steps, and short vineyard strolls.
Layered jacket
Early spring mornings and cellars can be cool; layers keep you comfortable.
spring
Refillable water bottle
Staying hydrated between tastings helps maintain energy and clarity while sampling wines.
summer