Things to do in Richmond
100 Miles of Lights
A regional event with light shows, holiday exhibits, performances and shopping. Find Best Western Richmond Lodging nearby. Call 800-370-9004 for more information.
401 N. 3rd Street, Richmond, VA
Agecroft Hall
A 15th century manor house, was moved by stick and stone from England to become one of Richmond’s most famous residences. Surrounded by 23 acres of landscaped gardens, the home is filled with authentic period furnishings and is opened as a living history museum. Nationally acclaimed as one of America's Castles. Best Western Richmond lodging is nearby. Call 804-353-4241 for more information.
4305 Sulgrave Road, Richmond, VA
Annabel Lee Riverboat Cruises
Get ready for a plantation cruise along the James River with live entertainment! Reservations are a must as lunch or dinner are served. View the city from the James River, as was the custom so many years ago. Call 800-752-7093 for more information.
4400 E. Main Street, Richmond, VA
Arthur Ashe, Jr. Athletic Center
A 72,000 square foot facility honoring its namesake is just off the Boulevard exit to the Interstate. The structure houses a 6,200 seat athletic center with a basketball court and the finest indoor track in Virginia.
Boulevard and Robin Hood Road, Richmond, VA
Arthur Ashe, Jr. Monument
The newest addition to America's most beautiful street honors Richmond native and tennis great, Arthur Ashe. A lifelike statue of Ashe is the central focus of this inspirational memorial. He stands atop an inscribed column, holding his hands high with a tennis racket in his left hand and books in his right. Surrounded at his feet by children, the youngsters reach upward as if spurred on by Ashe to reach for the stars.
Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities
The Association maintains the historic sites across Virginia. Call 804-648-1889 for more information.
204 W. Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
Barksdale Theatre
This is Richmond’s oldest live theater and it presents diverse and outstanding productions year round. Call 804-282-2620 for more information.
1601 Willow Lawn Drive, Richmond, VA
Beth Ahabah Museum and Archives
Opened in 1977, this museum is dedicated to the preservation and collection of Richmond's Jewish history. Exhibits change regularly and admission is $3. Open Sunday – Thursday 10am – 3pm. Call 804 358-6757 for more information.
1111 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia
Located in the Jackson Ward Historic District, the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia proudly displays the rich history and culture of Richmond's African-American diversity. Dedicated to the regions contributions by black artists and entrepreneurs, the museum offers changing exhibits, which include artifacts, photos, documents, prints and original art. Call 804-780-9093 for more information.
00 Clay Street, Richmond, VA
Capitol Complex / Capitol of Virginia
Thomas Jefferson designed the central structure of the Capitol building and inside Jean-Antoine Houdon created the only life size sculpture of George Washington which graces the center gallery. Call 804-698-1788 for more information.
Ninth & Grace Street, Richmond, VA
Children's Museum of Richmond
Housed in a new location, the Children's Museum is continually changing programs, which invite children to create art, dance and act, as well as explore the world around them from their own point of view. A great opportunity for families to learn and share experiences together. Call 877-295-CMOR for more information.
2626 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA
Chimborazo Medical Museum
Part of the Richmond National Battlefield Park visitor center, the hospital was built in 1861 and treated over 76,000 patients during the Civil War. Medical exhibits and hospital life are explored along side the introduction to the Richmond battlefields. Call 804-226-1981 for more information.
3215 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA
Cold Harbor National Battlefield Park
Site of the 1864 Battle of Cold Harbor. Ranger guided tours are available. Call 804-226-1981 for more information.
5515 Anderson Wright Drive, Richmond, VA
Edgar Allen Poe Museum
Richmond's oldest structure, The Old Stone House holds articles relating to the life and work of Edgar Allen Poe. Even though Poe, who was raised in Richmond, never resided in this particular house, he could claim a slight connection to the building. Call 888-21-EAPOE for more information.
1914 East Main Street, Richmond, VA
Elegba Folklore Society
Festivals, concerts, exhibitions and tours are all offered. Celebrate the African-American heritage and culture. Call 804-644-3900 for more information.
101 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA
Federal Reserve Bank Money Museum
Would you believe it? The history of money is the United States is traced from barter to big bucks at the Federal Reserve Bank. It's open to the public and is absolutely Free admission. Call 804-697-8108 for more information.
701 East Byrd Street, Richmond, VA
First Baptist Church of South Richmond
Make First Baptist South Richmond your church home away from home. Join us for two dynamic Sunday morning worship services at 8:30am and 11am. Call 804-233-7679 for more information.
1501 Decauter Street, Richmond, VA
Henricus Historical Park
An historic site in Chesterfield County allows visitors to step back into 1611 to the early frontier post Citie of Henricus. It was the second successful English settlement in America. Call 804-706-1340 for more information.
251 Henricus Park Road, Richmond, VA
Historic Richmond Tours
Daily walking tours, private, group and school tours all led by master guides. Reservations are required. Located at the valentine Richmond History Center Call 804-649-0711 for more information.
1015 Clay Street, Richmond, VA
J.E.B. Stuart Monument
Located at the foot of Monument Avenue at Stuart Circle, General J. E. B. Stuart, stands guard upon his horse. Known as "the eyes and ears" of the Confederate Army, General Stuart died after being wounded at the Battle of Yellow Tavern.
John Marshall House
Built in 1790, when John Marshall was a member of the Virginia Assembly, this became his family home for more than 40 years. The house contains a large collection of furnishings, mementos and artifacts that belonged to the Marshall family. John Marshall served as Secretary of State, Ambassador to France and was a member of the United States Supreme Court, where he served as Chief Justice for a total of 35 years. Call 804-648-7998 for more information.
818 E. Marshall Street, Richmond, VA
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
One of the most diverse perennial gardens on the East Coast, Lewis Ginter features eight main gardens including an Asian garden, children's garden and wetland environment. The Visitor Center has a gift shop and café; the garden also encompasses the historic Bloemendaal House and an Asian Tea House, which is open for lunch. Open daily 9am – 5pm. Call 804-262-9887 for more information.
1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA
Library of Virginia
Celebrate nearly 400 years of history at the state’s oldest institution preserving Virginia’s history and culture. Here you will find maps, books. Manuscripts and artwork – marking the path of America measured by the footsteps of Virginians.
800 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA
Living History Associates LTD
Professional guide service for private outings and motor coach groups. Call 804-788-1493 for more information.
2101 E. Main Street, Richmond, VA
Maggie Walker National Historic Site
The home of Maggie Walker, the first black woman bank president in the nation, she was a leading force in the Jackson Ward District as well as Richmond's African-American community. A National Historic Site, the home is open for guided tours. Open Monday – Saturday 9am – 5pm. Call 804-771-2017 for more information.
E. Leigh Street, Richmond, VA
Magnolia Grange
A Federal period plantation home built in 1822, the house is furnished in period style. Many of the original interior hand worked details echo throughout the house, such as the ornate ceiling medallions, carved woodwork on the mantle and similar detailing on the windows and doorframes.
10020 Iron Bridge Road, Richmond, VA
Maymont Park
Adventures abound in this 100-acre Victorian estate adjacent to the river, the grounds include Japanese and Italian gardens, waterfalls, fountains, Children's Farm, Nature Center and an opulent mansion with its outbuildings. A great way to spend the day with the children in the great outdoors and only minutes from the downtown area. There are small fees for tram rides, hayrides and carriage rides, but it's a great walking park if the visitor doesn't mind those hills! Call 804-358-7166 for more information.
2201 Shields Lake Drive, Richmond, VA
Meadow Farm Museum
A living, working farm restored to its 1860 heritage, recreates the lifestyle of a middle-class rural family of the period. Changing exhibits along with a gift shop and orientation video are part of the presentation. Call 804-501-5520 for more information.
3400 Mountain Road, Richmond, VA
Museum & White House of the Confederacy
Explore the world’s largest Confederate Civil War collection. Tour the White House restored to its antebellum elegance Open daily. Call 804-649-1861 for more information.
1201 East Clay Street, Richmond, VA
Mystery Dinner Playhouse
Solve a mystery while enjoying a delicious meal. Call 888-471-4802 for more information.
9826 Midlothian Turnpike/ 2025 Main Street, Richmond, VA
Old Dominion Railway Museum
Antique railroad memorabilia is on display near the birthplace of Virginia railroading. Call 804-233-6237 for more information.
102 Hull Street, Richmond, VA
Paramount's Kings Dominion
Only 20 miles north of town, this 400-acre fun theme park has the most roller coasters in one location on the east coast! Lots of fun for the whole family! Open early spring - mid fall. Part of the summertime show at Kings Dominion is the Paramount's Water Works! Call 804-876-5000 for more information.
I-95 North, Richmond, VA
Richmond Ballet
Nationally acclaimed professional dance company. Performances include classical and contemporary work such as the Nutcracker. Call 804-359-0906 for more information.
407 Canal Street, Richmond, VA
Richmond International Raceway
Do not miss NASCAR during May and September and the INDY racing league in June. Call 804-345-7223 for more information.
600 E. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA
Richmond National Battlefield Park
Make this your first stop on your tour of Civil War battlefields in the Richmond Area. Map guides to preserved battlefields and exhibits, plus a film presentation should go a long way to orient you to the battle plan defenses and Union offenses to take the city. One-fourth of the battles and 60 percent of casualties of the entire war occurred with a 75-mile radius of the city, many were part of the seven military drives that were hurled against Richmond. Due to the large number of casualties, the largest hospital in the south at the time of the war was located at the Battlefield Park site. Call 804-226-1981 for more information.
3215 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA
Richmond's Canal Walk
A 1.25 mile loop following the restored Haxall and James River & Kanawha Canals as well as 4 centuries of Richmond's eclectic history. Enjoy a new 10,000 square foot Civil War Visitor Center, history medallions, new exhibits and monuments, and seasonal special events. Unique to this outdoor museum is a historically narrated canal cruise, boat rentals and new restaurant and retail shops along the Canal Walk and in historic Shockoe Slip.
888-RICHMOND, Richmond, VA
Robert E. Lee Monument
One of America's grandest equestrian statues, General Lee sits atop his faithful steed, Traveler. The first monument dedicated on the boulevard in 1890, it was designed by French sculptor Jean Antonin Mercié . Standing at a height of 60 feet, Lee commands the view from quite a distance. He sits in profile to the avenue, amidst the center of the largest traffic circle in the city.
Science Museum of Virginia / IMAX Dome
The building may be the historic Broad Street Station, but what is inside can blow you away! There are 250 plus hands-on exhibits ranging from astronomy, aerospace, electricity and illusions to the inner workings of computers. It's a great adventure for the whole family! Check out what's playing in the Ethyl IMAX® dome theatre. Open daily except for Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Call 800-659-1727 for more information.
2500 W. Broad Street, Richmond, VA
St. John's Church
A survivor of the Colonial period, the church is one of Virginia's oldest frame structures. Its fame also stems from being the site of Patrick Henry's impassioned "Liberty or Death" speech. Call 804-648-5015 for more information.
2401 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA
Swift Creek ill Playhouse
Broadway entertainment set against a backdrop of an 18th century gristmill Call 804-748-5203 for more information.
17401 Jefferson Davis hwy., Richmond, VA
Theatre Virginia
Virginia’s premier theater is located the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Award winning musicals, comedies, dramas and classics are presented here. Call 877-353-6161 for more information.
2800 Grove Avenue, Richmond, VA
Tuckahoe Plantation
Considered by architectural historians to be the finest existing early 18th-century plantation in America, this home was built by Thomas Randolph in 1712. Unique American architecture is found in many of the outbuildings, including paired structure, which were the office, and schoolhouse where a young Thomas Jefferson went to class. Open by appointment only. Call 804-784-5736 for more information.
12601 River Road, Richmond, VA
University of Richmond Museums
The Marsh Art gallery, Lila and Joel Harnett Print Study Center and the Lora Robins Gallery of Design from Nature are all located on the campus at the University of Richmond. Call 804-289-8276 for more information.
Valentine Museum
Richmond's premier museum that houses the social and decorative history of the city. Exhibits change frequently and include such interesting items as period costumes, architectural photos and the decorative arts. A unique and unusual museum that covers the social interaction of the city's diverse community. Call 804-649-0711 for more information.
1015 East Clay Street, Richmond, VA
Virginia Aviation Museum
Wings With Tales. A gem of a museum for aviation buffs. Vintage aircraft plus a rare SR-71 Blackbird perched on the front lawn of the Museum. Call 804-236-3622 for more information.
5701 Huntsman Road, Richmond, VA
Virginia Fire & Police Museum
Located in the one of the oldest standing firehouses in the country, a registered National Historic Landmark in Jackson Ward, houses a museum with over 50 pieces of antique firefighting equipment. The museum has earned an international reputation for the quality of its fire safety programs. Call 804-644-1849 for more information.
200 W. Marshall Street, Richmond, VA
Virginia Historical Society
The Museum of Virginia History - Seven museum galleries exhibit the most comprehensive collection of Virginia's history, displaying rarely seen Virginia treasures in its collection. A large historical and genealogical research library are also on premises as is a Museum Gift Shop. Permanent and special exhibits run year-round. Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 5pm; Sunday 1- 5pm. Call 804-358-4901 for more information.
428 N. Blvd., Richmond, VA
Virginia Holocaust Museum
Learn about the atrocities of the Holocaust through interactive experiences. Call 804-257-5400 for more information.
213 Roseneath Road, Richmond, VA
Virginia House
A Reconstructed English manor house, an appropriate and adjacent neighbor of Agecroft Hall, this was the home of Alexander Weddell and his wife Virginia. Upon their untimely death in a railroad accident, the couple left their beautiful home as a museum for the people of Virginia to enjoy. Call 804-353-4251 for more information.
4301 Sulgrave Road, Richmond, VA
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Tuesday – Sunday 11am – 5pm; Thursday 11am – 8pm." Call 804-367-0844 for more information.
2800 Grove at Boulevard, Richmond, VA
Wilton House Museum
Originally built in the mid 1750s by William Randolph III, the house played a part in the American Revolution when it became the headquarters of General Lafayette. A fine example of the colonial Georgian architecture of the 1700s, the house is filled with exquisite period furnishings and detailing. Call 804-282-5936 for more information.
215 South Wilton Street, Richmond, VA