32 Stunning College Campuses That Double as Tourist Destinations

25. University of Virginia, USA: Jefferson's Academical Village

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the University of Virginia in Charlottesville is a masterpiece of American Neoclassical architecture, envisioned by its founder, Thomas Jefferson. The heart of the campus, the "Academical Village," features the iconic Rotunda (inspired by Rome's Pantheon) fronting a vast, tree-lined Lawn, flanked by student and faculty pavilions. Strolling through its serene gardens and distinctive serpentine walls offers a profound connection to early American history and innovative educational ideals, making it a must-see for architecture and history buffs.