Why go
- Town in Virginia, United States.
- Served by Apple Grove Airport.
History
Tappahannock is the oldest town in Essex County, Virginia, United States. As of the 2020 census, Tappahannock had a population of 2,193. Located on the Rappahannock River, Tappahannock is the county seat of Essex County. Its name comes from an Algonquian language word toppehannock, meaning "cold-water creek".
Where to stay
1618 Weldons Dr, Hague, VA 22469 · generalsridgevineyard.com
203 Duke St, Tappahannock, VA 22560 · essexinnva.com
21 Polk St, Montross, VA 22520 · montrossinn.com
1648 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, VA 22560 · ihg.com
1003 Hobbs Hole Dr, Tappahannock, VA 22560 · hilton.com
1414 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, VA 22560 · wyndhamhotels.com
1800 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, VA 22560 · wyndhamhotels.com
4522 Richmond Rd, Warsaw, VA 22572 · choicehotels.com
823 S Church Ln, Tappahannock, VA 22560
17055 Kings Hwy, Montross, VA 22520 · washingtonleemotel.com
920 S Church Ln, Tappahannock, VA 22560
Restaurants & places to go
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 06:00-22:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 1810 Tappahannock Boulevard, Tappahannock, 22560-1030 · bk.com
Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:30-24:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-01:00; Su 10:30-24:00 Features: takeaway · 1824 Tappahannock Boulevard, Tappahannock, 22560 · pizza.dominos.com
Donut, Coffee Shop, Fast Food · Opening hours: 05:00-20:00 Features: takeaway · 1616 Tappahannock Boulevard, Tappahannock, 22560 · locations.dunkindonuts.com
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 07:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 1433 Tappanhannock Boulevard, Tappahannock, 22560 · locations.wendys.com
Chicken, Fast Food · Opening hours: 10:30-23:00 Features: takeaway · 1658 Tappahannock Boulevard, Tappahannock, 22560 · locations.kfc.com
American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 1650 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, 22560 · restaurants.applebees.com
Sandwich, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 1820 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, 22560 · restaurants.subway.com
Burger, Fast Food · Features: takeaway
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Features: takeaway · 1405 Tappahannock Boulevard, Tappahannock, 22560
Asian, Restaurant · Asian restaurant · 1619 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, 22560 · usasiacafe.com
Pizza, Restaurant · Pizza restaurant · 1673 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, 22560 · bellapizzatogo.com
Seafood, Restaurant · Seafood restaurant · 1832 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, 22560 · bubbasshrimpshack.com
Chinese, Restaurant · Chinese restaurant · 1392 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, 22560 · chinakingbuffettappahannock.com
Mexican, Restaurant · Mexican restaurant · 1425 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, 22560 · losportalesva.com
Italian, Restaurant · Italian restaurant · 1250 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, 22560 · romatapp.com
Restaurant · restaurant · 528 South Church Lane · 528italianamericanrestaurant.com
Latin American, Restaurant · Latin American restaurant · 1631 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, 22560
Burger, Sandwich, American, Restaurant · Burger/Sandwich restaurant
Mexican, Restaurant · Mexican restaurant · 1607 Tappahannock Blvd, Tappahannock, 22560
Indoor
Indoor
Indoor
Indoor
Airports
Tappahannock-Essex County Airport 5.1 mi to the centre
Tappahannock, VA, US
Doves Nest Field 6.2 mi to the centre
Tappahannock, VA, US
Folly Neck Airport 8 mi to the centre
Warsaw, VA, US
Where things are
Local search powered by Geoverts and geo-intelligence by Better Mapping
base map © OSM
Photographs
credit: Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons · See source page
When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Apple Grove Airport; 23 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Tappahannock, Virginia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Local transit
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
Intercity coach
Intercity coach
Intercity coach
Intercity coach