Things to do in Central Virginia

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Central Virginia
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Central Virginia
Central Virginia
Central Virginia

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Downtown Richmond

4/5(1,153 area reviews)

Explore the central business district, home to Fortune 500 companies and architectural gems like the Virginia State Capitol. Discover vibrant nightlife in Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip districts.

Downtown Richmond
Vintage Pump Water Fountain, Short Pump Town Center, Richmond, Virginia, USA

Short Pump

Boasting shopping centers like Short Pump Town Center and West Broad Village, this suburban area offers a variety of restaurants, a skating rink, and a bowling alley for entertainment.

Short Pump
Aerial sunset view of Richmond capital city of Virginia with dramatic sky overlooking the fan district and monroe ward, main street

Fan District

5/5(8 area reviews)

Boasting a long stretch of Victorian architecture, this residential area is home to VCU's Monroe Park Campus, tree-lined avenues, and numerous parks. Explore local cafes, restaurants, and the nearby Virginia Center for Architecture at Branch House.

Fan District
North Chesterfield

North Chesterfield

While North Chesterfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chesterfield Towne Center and River City Sportsplex.

North Chesterfield
Historic buildings in the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, United States.

North Downtown

4.5/5(78 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in North Downtown, Historic Court Square and Paramount Theater are top sights worth seeing.

North Downtown
Autumn at Grayson Highlands State Park Virginia

Belmont

While Belmont might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ting Pavilion and Downtown Mall.

Belmont

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