Gear Up for Richmond, VA

Richmond, the capital of Virginia, is an entertaining city just about an hour outside of Newport News, and Virginia Beach. Intersected by I-64, Richmond is home to Colonial Williamsburg, and the University of Richmond. Guests of the Best Western hotels in Richmond enjoy the wealth of early American history the area offers, along with fun and family friendly attractions. Be sure to visit the Black History Museum & Cultural Center for a unique and interesting perspective. Book worms and fans of famous historical figures enjoy a visit to the Edgar Allan Poe Museum, found in downtown it's just across from the James River.

Richmond features a bounty of great family activities that are sure to entertain the kids. Start the day with a visit to the Science Museum of Virginia, which houses the Ethyl IMAX Dome and Planetarium. From there, head to the Metro Richmond Zoo and make some furry new friends. Don't miss out on the Children’s Museum of Richmond for a great afternoon, or, during the warm summer months, cool down with a visit to Paramount's Water Works. If the kids want more rides and amusement park fun, head on over to Busch Gardens Amusement Park. Sports fans and race fans alike enjoy the smell of exhaust and burning rubber while visiting Richmond International Raceway, home to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series 400. Fun and fanfare for the whole family - visit Richmond, it's a capital idea.