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Address: 2201 Shields Lake Dr, Richmond, VA 23220
Richmonders take great pride in this 100-acre park that was originally the home of Major James H. Dooley. Features bountiful gardens, green hills and walkways. Also has a historically furnished Victorian home dating from 1890, a nature park and wildlife habitat and a children's farm with petting zoo. A great daylong...
Category: Richmond Attractions & Activities
Address: 6125 Boydton Plank Rd, Petersburg, VA 23803
This is the site of the US Army's Civil War offensive on Virginia that began with a break of Lee's defensive line on April 2, 1865. The park offers a look at preserved fortifications and a restored plantation. Walking trails, a children's museum and living history re-enactments. Located just minutes south of Richmond.
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Address: 8300 Beaver Bridge Rd, Moseley, VA 23120-1437
Home to more than 400 animals, this exciting, natural-habitat zoo allows you to view domestic and exotic animals. Come pet the giraffe, listen to the whistling orangutan, laugh at the antics of the monkeys and shop in the gift store.
Category: Richmond Attractions & Activities
Address: 2000 East Cary St, Richmond, VA 23223
This museum is a moving tribute to the many Jews who lost their lives in the horror of the Holocaust. Visitors are educated on the history that shaped the fate of many Jews. The stories of Virginia survivors are highlighted in a special exhibit. Donations accepted.
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Address: 1800 Lakeside Ave, Richmond, VA 23228
The 24-acre Lewis Ginter Garden features an array of beautiful flowers and plants with natural paths and vistas. The garden uses varying landscape designs, seasonal displays and gardening techniques. Includes formal Victorian gardens and Bloemendaal, an 1888 Victorian manor. Families will enjoy the children's gardens...
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Address: 1914-16 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23223
Located in Richmond's oldest building, this museum is a must for admirers of literary master Edgar Allan Poe. On the hour, you can take a guided tour that will give you a look at one of the world's largest collections of Poe manuscripts, first editions and personal belongings.
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Address: 200 N Blvd, Richmond, VA 23221-2466
A spellbinding assortment of masterpieces by Renoir, Degas, Picasso and Warhol line the walls of this museum. World-class collection of art nouveau and Art Deco pieces, Himalayan collection, ancient Egyptian treasures, medieval and renaissance art and African, Chinese and Japanese works also add to visitor enjoyment...
Category: Historic Sites - Richmond Attractions & Activities
Address: 14th & Dock St, Richmond, VA 23219
This attraction is very popular with residents and tourists alike. The walk curves 1.25 miles through the city on the banks of the Haxall Canal, James River and Kanawha Canal (which runs parallel to the James). It offers an interesting history of the river and the canals. A canal ride from Kanawha is a must!
Category: Historic Sites - Richmond Attractions & Activities
Address: 4305 Sulgrave Rd, Richmond, VA 23221
This restored 15th-century English manor offers tours and features breathtaking views of the James River. The historic home features oak paneling, authentic military armor and other historical pieces. Twenty-three acres of gardens and grounds can be viewed year-round. A very interesting look into both regional and...
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Address: 1632 Belle Isle Rd, Lancaster, VA 22503
This lovely, suburban park has seven miles of frontage on the Rappahannock River. Travelers can escape from the city and rent motorboats, bikes or canoes. Blue crabs, wild turkeys and bald eagles are examples of wildlife you might see among the tidal coves, wetlands and forests.
