Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Richmond

Amy S. • June 14, 2016Inspirational, from the quotes above the Galanti Education Center, to the state-of-the-art theater experience, displays, and memorial wall, I gained an appreciation of the cost and value of freedom.

rachel f. • May 14, 2015Everything, such a Beautiful place. Good place to spend the day as a family.

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

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

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

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

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!

The Flats a. • May 9, 2014The Butterfly Garden is a MUST! Beautiful and incredible!

mtnbke • August 17, 2011Ride the Buttermilk MTB trail! Not much up and down. It is technical, fun, and well maintained!

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

Alex B. • June 15, 2012Getting to mainstage musicals EARLY is a must!! To get the best of seats don't sit too close to the stage because the band will be too loud

Josh B. • December 11, 2013The mountain bike trail is great and has some decent climbs for the area.

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.

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

Andrea W. • July 26, 2012The summer is not ideal for the dogs - great in the fall! Surrounded by fencing, this is an off-leash dog park. Loads of fun for the dogs and the humans too!

Kaitlin • November 23, 2015Very informative overview of the Civil War in Richmond and it's free.

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

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 🌺

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

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

Gail A. • May 4, 2012Great place to take a brisk walk or grill a burger.

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!

Kristian H. • February 27, 2011St. John's Church, an Episcopal parish, offers stirring worship, engagement with its urban community, and a spiritual home for growth in faith & service.

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

Eliza W. • June 20, 2017We love everything about the Nature Center and the kids playground! I may be bias as I use to volunteer for Henrico County - we had a fantastic Father's Day weekend and the widelife is always active!

Jason S. • January 19, 2010Best playground in Richmond's west end. Has a modern/safe/plastic section as well as an old-school splintery dangerous section.

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