Central Business District

Very cool place to visit in downtown Richmond. My kids loved it they got coloring books so they were very happy with that. Tons of history here.

Richmond, VA, USA Canal Walk
There are many interesting sites on the Richmond Canal walk. This is a part of an old mill. Richmond's Canal Walk meanders 1.25 miles through downtown Richmond along the banks of the Haxall Canal and the James River & Kanawha Canal. Open 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, the Canal Walk (Brown's Island itself is open sunrise to sunset except in the case of a special event) may be accessed on 5th, 7th, Virginia, 14th, 15th, and 17th Streets. The Canal Walk presents four centuries of Richmond’s history interpreted through medallions, monuments and exhibits along the Canal Walk and Brown’s Island. Visit their website to see listings of special events.

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Historic Trolley Tour

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Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond

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Richmond Ghost Tours: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom

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Virginia State Capitol

Visit the oldest English-speaking Legislature in the U.S. and get a taste of Virginia’s unique history at the State’s government building.

Capitol Square

You can take time to visit Capitol Square during your travels to Richmond. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

Though Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Richmond while you are here.

The National

Enjoy a show at The National, a storied theater in Richmond. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

Virginia Civil Rights Memorial

You can find out about the history of Richmond with a stop at Virginia Civil Rights Memorial. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Richmond Old City Hall

You can learn about the history of Richmond with a trip to Richmond Old City Hall. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

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The Jefferson Hotel

101 West Franklin Street Richmond VA

Omni Richmond Hotel

100 S 12th St Richmond VA

The Commonwealth

901 Bank St Richmond VA

The Berkeley Hotel

1200 E Cary St Richmond VA

Linden Row Inn

100 E Franklin St Richmond VA

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

301 West Franklin Street Richmond VA

Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond - Downtown

700 East Main Street - Suite A Richmond VA

Quirk Hotel Richmond

201 W Broad St Richmond VA

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