Your Guide to Shepherdstown, Harpers Ferry and Surrounding Environs
City/town information
So many awesome people, restaurants, shops and bars in Shepherdstown! Wander up and down the street, stop in Lost Dog for some of the best coffee in the world, have an amazing meal at the Press Room, grab a burger and beer at the Meck...
And most importantly -- meet people! It's a fascinating place full of warm, welcoming people.
85 locals recommend
Shepherdstown
So many awesome people, restaurants, shops and bars in Shepherdstown! Wander up and down the street, stop in Lost Dog for some of the best coffee in the world, have an amazing meal at the Press Room, grab a burger and beer at the Meck...
And most importantly -- meet people! It's a fascinating place full of warm, welcoming people.
Food scene
Often you'll hear tunes from local musicians, beautiful garden in back and amazing burgers!
23 locals recommend
The Mecklenburg Inn
128 E German StOften you'll hear tunes from local musicians, beautiful garden in back and amazing burgers!
Best breakfast in America!
Amazing food, beer and cocktails in the main dining area, on the deck or in front of the fire.
If you'd like a cozy spot to eat and drink, try the Rathskeller down in the basement. Authentic German feel.
47 locals recommend
Bavarian Inn, Resort and Brewing Company
164 Shepherd Grade RdBest breakfast in America!
Amazing food, beer and cocktails in the main dining area, on the deck or in front of the fire.
If you'd like a cozy spot to eat and drink, try the Rathskeller down in the basement. Authentic German feel.
Amazing oyster selection, wonderful selection of seafood, pasta, chicken and steaks.
You'll often find local specials.
43 locals recommend
Press Room
129 W German StAmazing oyster selection, wonderful selection of seafood, pasta, chicken and steaks.
You'll often find local specials.
You will definitely want to grab some coffee from Garth. He is extremely cranky but man, can he brew!
Garth has invented some amazing hot and cold drinks -- you'll want to try them all!
15 locals recommend
Lost Dog Coffee Fine Arts Drink Emporium
134 E German StYou will definitely want to grab some coffee from Garth. He is extremely cranky but man, can he brew!
Garth has invented some amazing hot and cold drinks -- you'll want to try them all!
Great for a quick, inexpensive meal. We particularly like the Maria Jane Burrito and the fish tacos.
23 locals recommend
Maria's Taqueria
108 E German StGreat for a quick, inexpensive meal. We particularly like the Maria Jane Burrito and the fish tacos.
Sightseeing
Amazing views of Harpers Ferry, where the Shenandoah River joins the Potomac. Short hike to overlook. Really worth the climb.
31 locals recommend
Maryland Heights
171 Harpers Ferry RdAmazing views of Harpers Ferry, where the Shenandoah River joins the Potomac. Short hike to overlook. Really worth the climb.
Fascinating historic tours, great food and drink, beautiful trails and views.
202 locals recommend
Harpers Ferry
Fascinating historic tours, great food and drink, beautiful trails and views.
Adventure
Rent a canoe, kayak or tubes for floating on the river. Put in at Steamboat Run and float or paddle into town. We'll come and pick you up!
You can also rent bikes for a peddle along the C&O Canal.
18 locals recommend
Shepherdstown Pedal & Paddle
115 W German StRent a canoe, kayak or tubes for floating on the river. Put in at Steamboat Run and float or paddle into town. We'll come and pick you up!
You can also rent bikes for a peddle along the C&O Canal.
Go rafting! Or try the treetops tour. Adventure awaits!
73 locals recommend
River Riders Family Adventure Resort
408 Alstadts Hill RdGo rafting! Or try the treetops tour. Adventure awaits!
Shopping!
Great selection of women's clothes, shoes and accessories. Gina, the shopkeeper, has a wonderful eye. Ask her about her friend Johnny Rotten! Gina opened the first punk clothing boutique in New York City back in the 1970s.
8 locals recommend
THE GOOD SHOP
123 E German StGreat selection of women's clothes, shoes and accessories. Gina, the shopkeeper, has a wonderful eye. Ask her about her friend Johnny Rotten! Gina opened the first punk clothing boutique in New York City back in the 1970s.
Excellent selection of wines, cheeses, beer and chocolate.
7 locals recommend
Grapes and Grains Gourmet
110 E German StExcellent selection of wines, cheeses, beer and chocolate.
Nice place to pick up gifts, candles, soaps and other items for feeling good.
7 locals recommend
German Street Coffee-Candlery
103 W German StNice place to pick up gifts, candles, soaps and other items for feeling good.