Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Richmond

Kaitlin • September 9, 2015So cool!! A great place to get some fresh air and some beautiful views of Richmond.

Kaitlin • November 21, 2015A really beautiful tribute, especially when lit up at night. It also affords pretty panoramas of Richmond.

Tracy C. • April 2, 2010My favorite stroll is through the Japanese Gardens. Lovely...

Charlie V. • October 11, 2019Best view from the east hands down....stunning at night.

Nicolas P. • July 21, 2018Lots of cool fish, turtles, snakes, and otters!

Jeff R. • April 19, 2015The views are incredible if you hike or mountain bike to the high ground. The rocks on the river are really cool. Great place to relax, hike, walk a dog, mountain bike, sunbathe, or just enjoy nature

Date Night Is... • April 29, 2013Date Night Is... a wander down the Canal Walk with a stop in the graffiti building to check out the artwork! Wonderful views on the river as well.

Lauren B. • June 23, 2013Great day date spot and one of the best views of the city!

...scott • April 11, 2010Check out the "River Classroom" and the nature center. Meet Ralph White!

Tony V. • July 26, 2016Great place for sightseeing and seeing all kinds of flora. Visited during the LEGO and butterfly exhibits, enjoyed both as well!

Cassie V. • July 8, 2013Awesome place to hang out with some cold beers and watch a show!

Liz K. • January 12, 2016So many walking and biking trails to meander. This is my favorite park.

Brian B. • August 10, 2018An amazing accessible playground for all kids!

Kathy R. • December 26, 2014Great level trails for a nice scenic stroll

Jafari K. • March 21, 2022Food is very delicious. Received great service.

Jay H. • October 19, 2009Hike or bike the loop: North Bank trail to Belle Island, then up Buttermilk or River trail, cross Nickel Bridge and take North Bank back to Texas Ave. Don't forget to wave to the bears at Maymont.

Claudia D. • June 10, 2013Excellent museum. Great to learn basics of the Civil War with some short movies to watch. Lots of reading but tons to learn!

Maisoon M. • June 29, 2018This place is a must! Different plants and flowers I’ve never seen before, they even have a place for children 🌺

Sandy W. • September 19, 2014Love the expanded park. My dogs love this place... But I wish people would keep aggression in check.

Lauren B. • September 4, 2014Fun walk - hidden park on the river - good for exploring

Jason B. • September 12, 2011Arts in the Park is a fun event the first weekend of May. July 4th here is also fun, but you can't always see the fireworks due to the trees.

Oliver P. • October 14, 2016A great place to live and explore history in the museum district. Great duplex coming available!

Heather A. • August 11, 2014Quiet park with a nice walking trail, picnic spots,fishing pier, nature center and playground. We spent an entire afternoon here...and it's free!

Ashley C. • August 24, 2010Great place to train your dogs! Has a fabulous doggy daycare too!

Joy B. • June 15, 2014A playground for all ages.

Eric M. • June 14, 2014There's a snack stand across from the Bald Eagle exhibit. They have sno cones, popcorn, and on the weekend, burgers!

Richmond Magazine • May 28, 2014The playground at North 29th and East Grace has Petanque, a French game similar to bocce ball. A club, Les Boulefrongs, play at 2 p.m. on Sundays and 6 p.m. on Thursdays.

Kaitlin • September 6, 2015So cool. Amazing views, lots of history.