ATTRACTIONS
Amusements
Haunts of Richmond Ghost Tour and Haunted House
11 North 18th Street • Richmond, VA 23223
Historic Shockoe Bottom, one block from Poe Museum
804-343-3700
Richmond's only ongoing, nighttime ghost tour and haunted house attraction. They bring local ghost stories and legends to life with their "Shadows of Shockoe" ghost tour and "Widow's House" indoor walk-through haunted house attraction. more... mapChildren's Museum of Richmond
2626 West Broad Street • Richmond, VA 23220
804-474-CMoR
One of the East Coast's most exciting, innovative children's museums, this 42,000 square foot facility allows children ages toddler to 12 years to learn through interactive play. Children can climb to an eagle's nest, explore a cave, play in an inventor's lab, experiment with kitchen chemistry, and create one-of-a-kind works of art while at this museum. more... mapParamount's Kings Dominion
16000 Theme Park Way • Richmond, VA 23047
Located in Doswell
804-786-5000
This 400 acre family theme park offers a plethora of thrill rides, such as one of the world's tallest drop towers, a wild arsenal of coasters including an impressive collection of three launched coasters, a 19 acre water park, sizzling stage shows, concession stands, and a Nickelodeon children's area. more... map
Historic Homes & Buildings
Bolling Haxall House (circa 1858)
211 East Franklin Street • Richmond, VA 23219
804-643-2847
Built for the owner of the Haxall Flour Mills, this grand Italiante home features many changes in Richmond architectural styles in late 1850s. The house features Richmond-made cast-iron fencing and cast-iron window arches and balconies and it has been occupied by The Woman's Club since 1900. mapJohn Marshall House (circa 1790)
818 East Marshall Street • Richmond, VA 23250
804-648-7998
John Marshall built this home eleven years prior to his becoming the third Chief Justice of the U. S. Supreme Court. The Federal style brick house is one of the last remaining structures of the neighborhood that existed in what is now downtown Richmond and, inside the house, is the largest collection of Marshall family furnishings and memorabilia in America. mapMaymont
2201 Shields Drive • Richmond, VA 23220
804-358-7166
A picturesque 100 acre estate which features featuring an opulent 1893 mansion, a wonderful carriage collection, and elaborate Japanese and Italian gardens. A true family attraction, Maymont's complex includes a nature center, wildlife exhibits, and a children's farm. more...Old City Hall (circa 1894)
1001 East Broad Street • Richmond, VA 23219
This historic Victorian Gothic building was once Richmond's city hall and if features dramatic three foot granite walls on the outside and a three story painted cast-iron marvel on the inside. mapOld Hanover Courthouse (circa 1735)
Located on US Route 301 in Hanover
804-537-6000
The second oldest continuously used courthouse in the United States, this courthouse is the site where Patrick Henry gained fame as a young lawyer when he argued the "Parson's Cause" case in 1763. The Courthouse Green includes an old stone jail, the old clerk's office, and a monument to Hanover's Confederate soldiers and the "Noble women who loved them."Scotchtown (circa 1719)
16120 Chiswell Lane • Richmond, VA 23015
Located in Beaverdam
804-227-3500
One of the oldest plantation houses in Virginia, this historic home was the home of Dolly Madison when she was a young girl, as well as the home of Patrick Henry, the fiery orator of the Revolution, between 1771 and 1778. mapTuckahoe Plantation (circa 1712)
12601 River Road • Richmond, VA 23233
804-784-5736
The boyhood home of Thomas Jefferson, this Registered Historic Landmark is considered by architectural historians to be the finest existing early 18th century plantation in America. The mansion's "H" shape plan is unique among frame buildings and the grounds contain rare outbuildings, including paired structures which were the office and schoolhouse where Thomas Jefferson went to class. Appointments are necessary to tour this historic plantation. more... mapVirginia House
4301 Sulgrave Road • Richmond, VA 23220
804-353-4251
The romance of the American Country Place movement is evident at this stunning house that is on a hillside overlooking the historic James River and was the home of Alexander and Virginia Weddell. The home was constructed from the materials of a 16th century English manor house and has a blend of three romantic English Tudor designs. Eight acres of stunning gardens designed by the renowned Charles Gilette are on the grounds. more... mapVirginia Randolph Museum
2200 Mountain Road • Richmond, VA 23220
840-262-3363
This National Historic Landmark commemorates the career of Virginia Randolph, an innovative black educator in vocational training. This brick structure, built in 1937, was the home economics cottage for the Virginia Randolph Education Center and she kept an office in this building during the latter part of her life. Miss Randolph died in 1958 and is buried in front of the building.Wilton House Museum (circa 1753)
215 South Wilton Road • Richmond, VA 23226
804-282-5936
An authentic lower James River plantation house that was built by William Randolph III and is an impressive example of 18th century architecture. This five bay, double pile brick mansion adapts the English Georgian style and it was the centerpiece of a 2,000 acre tobacco plantation. An outstanding collection of 18th and 19th century silver, porcelain, and furniture is inside the house, which also includes a unique museum shop filled with distinctive books and gifts. more... map
Historic Sites & Monuments
Henricus Historical Park (circa 1611)
251 Henricus Park Road • Chesterfield, VA 23832
804-706-1340
See history come alive at this second successful English settlement in the New World which was once the home to Pochontas, as well as the site of the beginnings of the early plantations and the first English hospital in America. Costumed interpreters tend gardens, cook, and work at domestic and carpentry crafts at this 32 acre park that features a partially recreated settlement, including a watch tower, a small dwelling, gardens, and a dwelling under construction. more...Hollywood Cemetery
412 South Cherry Street • Richmond, VA 23220
804-648-8501
One of the major tourist attractions in the Richmond area, this historic cemetery is the burial place of Presidents James Monroe and John Tyler, as well as Confederate President Davis and more than 18,000 Confederate soldiers. more... mapMaggie L. Walker National Historical Site
600 North Second Street • Richmond, VA 23223
804-771-2017
This historic site commemorates the life of Maggie Walker, a progressive and talented African American businesswoman and financier, and the site includes her residence of 30 years which is filled with original Walker family pieces, as well as a visitor center detailing her life and the Jackson Ward community in which she lived and worked. more... map
Libraries & Research Centers
Library of Virginia, The
800 East Broad Street • Richmond, VA 23220
804-692-3500
A complete library that contains many collections, such as books, magazines, newspapers, state and federal publications, county and city government records, genealogical notes and charts, maps, rare books, sheet music, prints and engravings, paintings, sculptures, and photographs. The library also features exhibitions, a book and gift shop, and a cafe. more... map
Museums & Galleries
1708 Gallery
103 East Broad Street • Richmond, VA 23241
804-643-7829
A nonprofit, artist-directed exhibition and performance space that is committed to expanding the understanding, development, and appreciation of contemporary art. Exhibitions featured at this gallery range from in-depth one person shows of paintings and sculptures to large comprehensive group exhibitions. more... mapArtspace Gallery
Zero East Fourth Street • Richmond, VA 23224
804-232-6464
A nonprofit gallery for the visual and performing arts that is committed to promoting the understanding and awareness of contemporary art, as well as the aesthetic and ethical development of artist members, non-members, and the community at large. The gallery is known showing first quality visual art in a variety of innovative styles and media, as well as being the forum for original work in poetry, prose, drama, dance, and music. Monthly exhibitions and performance art series are offered. more...Beth Ahabah Museum & Archives
1109 West Franklin Street • Richmond, VA 23220
804-353-2668
Dedicated to collecting, preserving, and exhibiting the history and culture of Richmond's Jewish Community, this museum contains collections that include three galleries of changing exhibits selected from the museum's archival repository, such as original documents and personal, sacred, and secular artifacts from the 18th to the 21st centuries. more... mapBlack History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia
00 Clay Street • Richmond, VA 23219
804-780-9093
Significant facets of black life in Virginia from Jamestown in 1619 until today are featured at this museum which is housed in a circa 1832 Federal and Greek Revival architectural style home. The museum is a permanent repository for visual, oral, and written records and artifacts commemorating the lives and accomplishments of Blacks in Virginia. more...Chimborazo Medical Museum
3215 Broad Street • Richmond, VA 23220
804-226-1981
One of the 12 Civil War sites protected by Richmond National Battlefield Park around the city of Richmond, this museum uses artifacts, uniforms, and documents to describe the state of medicine in 1860 and the care of wounded and sick soldiers on the battlefields. This museum is the only museum dedicated to the Confederate Medical Service and it houses the largest collection of Confederate medical devices ever assembled.Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, The
2880 Mountain Road • Glen Allen, VA 23060
804-261-6200
Broadening public access to the arts in the Richmond Metropolitan Area, this 50,300 square foot multi-use facility offers the best in visual, literary, and performing arts through impeccable programming, as well as outside arts organizations. more... mapEdgar Allan Poe Museum
1914-16 East Main Street • Richmond, VA 23223
804-648-5523, 888-21E-APOE
Step back in time into early 19th century Richmond where Edgar Allan Poe lived and worked while at this museum that depicts Poe's life and career by documenting his accomplishments with pictures, relics, and verse, and focusing on his many years in Richmond. more... mapHand Workshop Art Center
1812 West Main Street • Richmond, VA 23220
804-353-0094
This comprehensive regional art center brings art to the community and the community to art by promoting the creation, collection, and appreciation of visual arts to educate and inspire the community and artists within it. Over 400 studio classes for adults and children are offered each year through this center. more... mapMeadow Farm Museum
Located at Mountain & Courtney Roads
804-672-5106
An 1860 living history farmsite and museum that recreates the life of a middle class rural family. Costumed guides tell stories of everyday life during the mid-19th century and, outside on the farm, visitors can explore a barn, smokehouse, doctor's office, and tobacco barn. Changing exhibits, a gift shop, and an orientation video are featured in the orientation center.Money Museum
701 East Byrd Street • Richmond, VA 23219
Located at Federal Reserve Bank's Headquarters
804-697-8000
Exhibits at this museum tell the story of money in Colonial America and the United States. Forms of currency, rare bills, and gold and silver bars are on display, as well as money-related artifacts and exhibits devoted to primitive monies, medieval and ancient coins, and other special-interest items. mapMuseum and White House of the Confederacy, The
1201 East Clay Street • Richmond, VA 23219
804-649-1861
The leading center for the study of the Confederacy in the American Civil War, this private, nonprofit educational and preservation museum is home to the world’s largest collection of artifacts, manuscripts, and images associated with the domestic, military, and political life during the period of the Confederacy. Visitors can also take a guided tour of the White House of the Confederacy, home to Confederate President Jefferson Davis and his family throughout the war, while at this museum. more... mapOld Dominion Railway Museum
102 Hull Street • Richmond, VA 23220
804-233-6237
Housed in a restored Railway Express Agency car, this museum contains a wide variety of photographs and artifacts from the area's railroad history. mapU.S. Marine Raider Museum
1142 West Grace Street • Richmond, VA 23220
804-353-1812, 800-368-8080
The story of the famous World War II Marine Raiders, the first and most famous commando-type outfit ever formed by the U.S. Marine Corps, is seen and told at this museum that features eleven large glass display cases and a dozen display boards which tell the gallant Raider story. Visitors can see examples of deadly Raider Stilettos and the authentic Gung Ho knives the Raiders used to hack their way through the jungles, while at this museum, as well as firearms, tools, equipment, uniforms, and many fascinating implements of war. more... mapValentine Richmond History Center
1015 East Clay Street • Richmond, VA 23219
804-649-0711
Housed in the stately 1812 Wickham House, a National Historic Landmark, this center is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting Richmond's history. It contains major changing exhibitions, which focus on American urban and social history, costumes, decorative arts, and architecture, and it offers comprehensive programs of tours, special events, research opportunities, and public programs. more... mapVirginia Aviation Museum
5701 Huntsman Road • Richmond, VA 23250
Located at the Richmond International Airport
804-236-3622
More than 30 historic, vintage aircraft and aviation exhibits on World War II, Admiral Byrd, and the Wright Brothers can be seen at this aviation museum that also features the spectacular SR-71 Blackbird, early flight memorabilia, a World War II diorama that includes the Tuskegee Airmen and Women's Airforce Service Pilots, and the Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame. more... mapVirginia Fire and Police Museum
200 West Marshall Street • Richmond, VA 23220
804-644-1849
Situated within Steamer Company No. 5, which was built in 1849 and is considered Virginia's oldest standing firehouse, this museum is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of Virginia's firefighters and law enforcement officers, as well as teaching the citizens of Virginia life safety. Many exhibits, extensive archives, an artifact collection, and life saving educational programs are featured at this museum. mapVirginia Historical Society
428 North Boulevard • Richmond, VA 23220
804-358-4901
The most comprehensive collection of Virginia history in existence can be found in the seven galleries run by this foundation that was established in 1831. Rarely seen Virginia treasures and a library for extensive research is featured at this center. more...Virginia Holocaust Museum
2000 East Cary Street • Richmond, VA 23223
804-257-5400
A tribute to Holocaust survivors, this museum features hands-on exhibits and an educational resource center. Visitors can walk through a concentration camp or crawl through a hiding place, where 13 people hid for nine months, while at this unique museum. more... mapVirginia Museum of Fine Arts
200 North Boulevard • Richmond, VA 23220
804-340-1400
An encyclopedic art museum that offers outstanding collections of Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Himalayan, contemporary, impressionist, and British sporting art, as well as African, East Asian, European, ancient, and medieval art. more...
Parks, Gardens & Zoos
Agecroft Hall
4305 Sulgrave Road • Richmond, VA 23221
804-353-4241
A "transplant" from pre-Elizabethan England, this half-timbered, remarkable Tudor manor house was dismantled and brought to Virginia in 1926 where it was reconstructed near the James River. The great hall, with its original 16th century oak paneling, rises over two stories and is surmounted by a minstrel's gallery. A magnificent mullioned bay window, 10 feet high and 25 feet long, bears the ancient coat of arms of its former owners in stained glass. more... mapLewis Ginter Botanical Garden
1800 Lakeside Avenue • Richmond, VA 23228
804-262-9887
Varied and exciting floral displays are featured at this botanical garden that includes over 30 acres of magnificent gardens, including one of the largest and most diverse perennial gardens on the East Coast, an elegant Victorian-style garden, a study garden with an extensive collection of daffodils and daylilies, and an exotic Asian garden. There is a gift shop and dining options on the property. more... mapMetro Richmond Zoo
8300 Beaver Bridge Road • Chesterfield, VA 23120
804-739-5666
More than 600 exotic animals are displayed in spacious, naturalistic exhibits at this zoo that features animals such as giraffes, zebras, gazelles, kangaroos, ostrich, camels, waterfowl, chimpanzees, tigers, lions, the endangered lemur, over 200 monkeys, and a nocturnal exhibit that features bats and sloths. mapThree Lakes Nature Center & Aquarium
400 Sausiluta Drive • Richmond, VA 23220
804-261-8230
This 132 acre park brings together three worlds, air, water, and land, for visitors to explore. The park features a 50,000 gallon freshwater aquarium, wetland exhibits, aquatic animals and plant life, forest animals, and many other exhibits designed to give visitors hands-on knowledge of the plant and animal life of the area. more... map
Science & Technology
Science Museum of Virginia
2500 West Broad Street • Richmond, VA 23220
804-864-1400, 800-659-1727
Touch, observe, and explore the impact of science on your life at this science museum that features over 250 hands-on exhibits ranging from astronomy to computers, from flight to crystals, and from DNA to electricity. A five story IMAX theatre and planetarium, complete with a tilted-dome screen and digital sound system, are also at this museum. more... map
Tours & Cruises
Eagle Cruises
3101 Wharf Street • Richmond, VA 23223
804-222-0223
Eagle Cruises offers public cruises and private charters year-round on the James River. map
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