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My RVA To-Do
Canal Walk is one of My RVA To-Do.

1. Canal Walk

9.1
S 12th Street (Brown Isle), Richmond, VA
Hiking Trail · Downtown Richmond · 18 tips and reviews

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: A nice 1.25 mile walk through downtown Richmond, the Canal Walk presents four centuries of Richmond’s history interpreted through medallions, monuments and exhibits. Read more.

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) is one of My RVA To-Do.

2. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA)

9.3
200 N Boulevard (at Grove Ave), Richmond, VA
Art Museum · The Museum District · 126 tips and reviews

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: With a collection of art spanning 5,000 years, the VMFA is one of the top comprehensive art museums in the US. The museum’s collection includes the largest public collection of Fabergé outside Russia.

Hollywood Cemetery is one of My RVA To-Do.

3. Hollywood Cemetery

8.6
412 S Cherry St (Albemarle), Richmond, VA
Cemetery · Fan - Oregon Hill - Carver · 32 tips and reviews

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: Named for its holly trees, this is the resting place for Presidents Monroe and Tyler, Confederate President Jefferson Davis and thousands of Civil War soldiers. Don’t miss the view of the James River

The Jefferson Hotel is one of My RVA To-Do.

4. The Jefferson Hotel

8.9
101 W Franklin St (North Jefferson Street), Richmond, VA
Hotel · Downtown Richmond · 58 tips and reviews

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: Alligator statues serve reminders of the alligators that once resided in the Lobby pools. At one time, Richmonders bought baby alligators as pets. When they got too big, they brought them to live here

The American Civil War Center At Historic Tredegar is one of My RVA To-Do.

5. The American Civil War Center At Historic Tredegar

8.4
500 Tredegar St, Richmond, VA
History Museum · Downtown Richmond · 14 tips and reviews

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: Housed in a gun foundry built in 1861, the center explores the Civil War through three perspectives: Union, Confederate and African American. Segway tours regularly run through the former ironworks.

First Fridays Art Walk is one of My RVA To-Do.

6. First Fridays Art Walk

8.3
Downtown RVA Broad St (btwn N Belvidere & N 8th St), Richmond, VA
Art Gallery · Jackson Ward · 10 tips and reviews

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: Richmond's First Fridays Art Walk showcases over 40 diverse creative venues in Downtown's growing arts and cultural district.

Richmond City Hall is one of My RVA To-Do.

7. Richmond City Hall

6.3
900 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
City Hall · Capitol District · 7 tips and reviews

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: A well kept secret, the observation deck is free and on the top (18th) floor. Head up there to see unobstructed views in all directions.

Maymont is one of My RVA To-Do.

8. Maymont

9.4
1700 Hampton St, Richmond, VA
Park · Fan - Oregon Hill - Carver · 76 tips and reviews

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: One of Richmond's favorite outdoor settings, Maymont offers walking paths, gardens and over 100 species of animals living on the grounds. Don't forget to bring quarters for the animal feed dispensers!

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is one of My RVA To-Do.

9. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

8.8
1800 Lakeside Ave (at Hillard Rd), Richmond, VA
Garden · 33 tips and reviews

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: A historic property with 40 acres of spectacular gardens, Lewis Ginter is home to a classic domed Conservatory, the only one of its kind in the mid-Atlantic, housing more than 200 orchids.

James River Cellars Winery is one of My RVA To-Do.

10. James River Cellars Winery

8.0
11008 Washington Hwy (at Old Keeton Rd.), Glen Allen, VA
Winery · 17 tips and reviews

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: James River Cellars is a family owned winery that produces award-winning wines.Extensive gift shop and beautifully landscaped patio complement our tours and tastings.

Fallout is one of My RVA To-Do.

11. Fallout

7.3
117 N 18th St, Richmond, VA
Night Club · Shockoe Bottom · 19 tips and reviews

GAYRVA.COMGAYRVA.COM: A private club with goth tendencies, Fall Out offers its members access to special themed events with a range of music genres spinning each night.

Avalon is one of My RVA To-Do.

12. Avalon

2679 W Main St (N Mulberry St), Richmond, VA
Tapas Restaurant · The Fan · 16 tips and reviews

GAYRVA.COMGAYRVA.COM: This fine dining venue on the outskirts of the Fan district hosts a great mix of hipsters and a more mature crowd during the evenings. Offers a great selection of beers and spirits. Read more.

Babe's of Carytown is one of My RVA To-Do.

13. Babe's of Carytown

8.0
3166 W Cary St (at Auburn Ave), Richmond, VA
Gay Bar · Carytown · 26 tips and reviews

GAYRVA.COMGAYRVA.COM: Predominately a lesbian hangout, Babes welcomes men as well with a nice outdoor deck and a spacious volleyball court. Read more.

Belle Isle is one of My RVA To-Do.

14. Belle Isle

9.2
300 Tredegar St (James River), Richmond, VA
Park · 47 tips and reviews
The Village Cafe is one of My RVA To-Do.

15. The Village Cafe

8.0
1001 W Grace St (at N Harrison St), Richmond, VA
Breakfast Spot · The Fan · 81 tips and reviews
Siné Irish Pub & Restaurant is one of My RVA To-Do.

16. Siné Irish Pub & Restaurant

8.1
1327 E Cary St (at Virginia St), Richmond, VA
Pub · Shockoe Slip · 63 tips and reviews
Brown's Island is one of My RVA To-Do.

17. Brown's Island

9.1
500 Tredegar St (btwn 5th st. and Tredegar st.), Richmond, VA
Park · Downtown Richmond · 28 tips and reviews
The Tobacco Company Restaurant is one of My RVA To-Do.

18. The Tobacco Company Restaurant

8.0
1201 E Cary St, Richmond, VA
American Restaurant · Shockoe Slip · 86 tips and reviews
Capitol Square is one of My RVA To-Do.

19. Capitol Square

7.4
E Grace St (N 9th St), Richmond, VA
Park · Capitol District · 10 tips and reviews
Empire is one of My RVA To-Do.

20. Empire

727 W Broad St (at Laurel St), Richmond, VA
Bar · VCU · 13 tips and reviews
The National is one of My RVA To-Do.

21. The National

9.0
708 E Broad St (btwn N 7th St and N 8th St), Richmond, VA
Music Venue · Capitol District · 74 tips and reviews
The Byrd Theatre is one of My RVA To-Do.

22. The Byrd Theatre

8.9
2908 W Cary St (Colonial Ave), Richmond, VA
Movie Theater · Carytown · 60 tips and reviews
Virginia Museum of History & Culture is one of My RVA To-Do.

23. Virginia Museum of History & Culture

9.0
428 N Boulevard (Kensington), Richmond, VA
History Museum · The Museum District · 12 tips and reviews
Virginia War Memorial is one of My RVA To-Do.

24. Virginia War Memorial

9.1
621 S Belvidere St, Richmond, VA
Monument · Downtown Richmond · 9 tips and reviews
Virginia State Capitol is one of My RVA To-Do.

25. Virginia State Capitol

8.2
1000 Bank St (at N 10th St), Richmond, VA
Capitol Building · Capitol District · 20 tips and reviews
The Valentine is one of My RVA To-Do.

26. The Valentine

7.9
1015 E Clay St (10th St), Richmond, VA
Museum · Capitol District · 9 tips and reviews
The American Civil War Museum is one of My RVA To-Do.

27. The American Civil War Museum

7.4
1201 E Clay St, Richmond, VA
History Museum · Biotech and MCV District · 10 tips and reviews
St. John's Church is one of My RVA To-Do.

28. St. John's Church

8.4
2401 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
Historic and Protected Site · Church Hill · 11 tips and reviews
Three Lakes Park & Nature Center is one of My RVA To-Do.

29. Three Lakes Park & Nature Center

400 Sausiluta Dr (off Wilkinson Road), Richmond, VA
Nature Preserve · 1 tip
Virginia Aviation Museum is one of My RVA To-Do.

30. Virginia Aviation Museum

5701 Huntsman Rd, Richmond, VA
Museum · 7 tips and reviews
Kings Dominion is one of My RVA To-Do.

31. Kings Dominion

8.8
16000 Theme Park Way, Doswell, VA
Amusement Park · 202 tips and reviews
Byrd Park Boat (Fountain) Lake is one of My RVA To-Do.

32. Byrd Park Boat (Fountain) Lake

600 S Boulevard, Richmond, VA
Lake · Byrd Park · 9 tips and reviews
Monument Avenue is one of My RVA To-Do.

33. Monument Avenue

8.4
Monument Ave, Richmond, VA
Monument · The Museum District · 21 tips and reviews
Goochland Drive-In Theater is one of My RVA To-Do.

34. Goochland Drive-In Theater

8.9
4344 Old Fredericksburg Road, Louisa, VA
Movie Theater · 24 tips and reviews
Pony Pasture is one of My RVA To-Do.

35. Pony Pasture

9.1
7500 Riverside Dr., Richmond, VA
Other Great Outdoors · Stratford Hills · 12 tips and reviews
Sticky Rice RVA is one of My RVA To-Do.

36. Sticky Rice RVA

8.5
2232 W Main St (at Strawberry St), Richmond, VA
Sushi Restaurant · The Fan · 130 tips and reviews
Mexico Restaurant is one of My RVA To-Do.

37. Mexico Restaurant

7.7
7001 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA
Mexican Restaurant · Stratford Hills - Stony Point · 25 tips and reviews
Have A Nice Day Café is one of My RVA To-Do.

38. Have A Nice Day Café

11 S 18th St (at E. Main St), Richmond, VA
Night Club · Shockoe Bottom · 4 tips and reviews
Cha Cha's Cantina is one of My RVA To-Do.

39. Cha Cha's Cantina

1419 E Cary St (btwn S 14th & S 15th St), Richmond, VA
Mexican Restaurant · Shockoe Slip · 28 tips and reviews
The Lucky Buddha is one of My RVA To-Do.

40. The Lucky Buddha

1421 E Cary St (btwn S 14th & S 15th St), Richmond, VA
Bar · Shockoe Slip · 17 tips and reviews
Wonderland is one of My RVA To-Do.

41. Wonderland

6.1
1727 E Main St (btwn S 17th & S 18th St), Richmond, VA
Karaoke Bar · Shockoe Bottom · 20 tips and reviews
Martini Kitchen & Bubble Bar is one of My RVA To-Do.

42. Martini Kitchen & Bubble Bar

1911 W Main St (Meadow St), Richmond, VA
Cocktail Bar · The Fan · 12 tips and reviews
Unwind Richmond is one of My RVA To-Do.

43. Unwind Richmond

406 W Broad St, Richmond, VA
Hookah Bar · Jackson Ward · 4 tips and reviews
Sahara Restaurant And Hookah Lounge is one of My RVA To-Do.

44. Sahara Restaurant And Hookah Lounge

813 W Grace St (btw Laurel & Shafer St.), Richmond, VA
Hookah Bar · VCU · 27 tips and reviews
Strange Matter is one of My RVA To-Do.

45. Strange Matter

929 W Grace St, Richmond, VA
Arcade · VCU · 41 tips and reviews
The Camel is one of My RVA To-Do.

46. The Camel

7.5
1621 W Broad St (btw Lombardy & Allen), Richmond, VA
Music Venue · Fan - Oregon Hill - Carver · 47 tips and reviews
NU Nightclub is one of My RVA To-Do.

47. NU Nightclub

2729 W Broad St (btwn Boulevard & Mulberry), Richmond, VA
Gay Bar · The Fan · 11 tips and reviews
Tropical Smoothie Café is one of My RVA To-Do.

48. Tropical Smoothie Café

7.1
7152 Mechanicsville Tpke, Mechanicsville, VA
Café · 3 tips and reviews
Kulture is one of My RVA To-Do.

49. Kulture

7.3
2 N 18th St (Main St), Richmond, VA
Smoke Shop · Shockoe Bottom · 6 tips and reviews
Palm Beach Tan is one of My RVA To-Do.

50. Palm Beach Tan

7.3
7374 Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville, VA
Tanning Salon · 3 tips and reviews
Altria Theater is one of My RVA To-Do.

51. Altria Theater

8.7
6 N Laurel St (W Main St.), Richmond, VA
Theater · VCU · 27 tips and reviews
Dominion Energy Center is one of My RVA To-Do.

52. Dominion Energy Center

8.7
600 E Grace St (at N 6th St), Richmond, VA
Performing Arts Venue · City Center · 11 tips and reviews
Crossroads Coffee & Ice Cream is one of My RVA To-Do.

53. Crossroads Coffee & Ice Cream

26 N Morris St (btwn W Main St & Floyd Ave), Richmond, VA
Coffee Shop · The Fan · 39 tips and reviews