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If you want a view of downtown Richmond, many will direct you to Libby Hill Park. In a residential neighborhood, the park itself is pretty small, but the view is mighty. However, I tend to prefer the view from Jefferson Park.
Libby hill park is absolutely one of the best parks I go to! It's usually pretty full on a nice day but definitely not as bad as Monroe. My friends and I love having picnics and putting our hammocks up here There are also picnic tables so you can enjoy your lunches or morning breakfast here too! The neighborhood around it is pretty nice too! There is always easy parking and people are nice! If you are looking for a view it's a nice place!
Very close by to Cobra Burger! My husband and I decided to take our kids for a walk here after we went to go pick up our lunch order. It was a weekend (and it may have been a bit colder) and there was plenty of parking on the street. I do lover the older homes in Churchill- beautiful buildings and friendly peeps. Easy to get to and plenty of parking spots. There are big areas where you can let your little one run around but still want to keep a close eye on them if they like to run onto/towards the street.
My favorite park in Richmond. This place is the perfect spot for a picnic. It's also great for outdoor yoga, a photoshoot, reading a book, catching up with friends.....basically anything you can do outside is so much better when you do it here. It has the view that named our city and I think that's so special. Maybe that's a part of why I like it so much, or maybe it's because I think this park captures Richmond so well. Our city does industrial outdoors very well. Libby Hill showcases this with the city views, river views, the old Lucky Strike building, and green space. There is plenty of street parking. It's also very close to some awesome local businesses. I highly recommend takeout picnics here. There are a few picnic benches and stairs that can take you back down to Shockoe Bottom. This is my #1 park in Church Hill and in the city. It's a fabulous place for people watching and even better for sunset watching. I always take visiting friends to this spot.
We were in Richmond for the day and to view the sunset we visited the Libby Hill Park. The parking for the libby hill park is the roadside parallel parking. The park was beautiful with lots of space to chill and enjoy the beauty of Richmond. We saw the sunset from Libby Hill Park with beautiful Richmond skyline and sunset. Amazing place to get beautiful pictures.
Seeing the YELP photos, I had to check this park out. Quite a site to behold with the views of the fountain, homes, and landscape that is Richmond. Also saw people doing photo shoots, reading, sharing inhibitions, and setting up their drones. Not to mention it's also a great starting point for walking towards the downtown area. Don't be alarmed making the climb; while it looks steep, I can assure you that you won't regret it. The view from the top is the best reward one can have; aside from ice cream or something.
Beautiful park with beautiful views. Street parking only. Has a pet station with bags and is great for taking your four-legged friend for some exercise. Hit it up at sunset for the real magic.
This is a beautiful park very close to several restaurants in downtown Richmond right now the Edgar Allan Poe bar And it's definitely worth a day trip it has hills and flat land to walk or jog and the view is amazing you can see the water and the city from up here to relax there are benches nearby and there is ample parking that is easy to attain We walked through here while the waiting for our table to open up at the restaurant I love hell if you take a turn you find steps and graffiti on a street next to houses you come back to the park that's very neat to see the different landscapes
The view of Richmond from the Hollywood Cemetery is pretty good but I think the view from here is better. Though it's possible that the endorphins from climbing the hill are making it more special. This is one of the three original parks in Richmond's park system. Allegedly, the view from here is said to closely resemble the view of Richmond on the Thames in England that it gave the city of Richmond its name. There is a lovely ornamental fountain, a number of benches to sit and enjoy the view and a monument for Confederate soldiers and sailors. [Review 11774 overall, 1556 of 2019.]
This overlook offers as much of a quintessential view of Richmond as you could hope to get. Climbing the hill on foot looks daunting, but one can also drive and park in the residential neighborhood at the top, and there are several restaurants within walking distance as well. A pillar and some documentation commemorate the history of the area. There aren't any facilities other than a few benches, but if you're looking to sit outside and eat or watch the sunset, this is the place to be.
I adore watching the sunset from Libby Hill park. Doesn't matter the time of year. You really get so much of what makes Richmond such a sweet place to live on a busy night in the late summer with people walking about, dogs playing, friends and couples eating on picnic blankets, and most of the city right before you. This is a can't miss date night. During December the Vespers candlelight walk ends here and it's a terrific way to start the holidays.
This is a prime spot to visit for pretty photos of Richmond. It's located in the Church Hill neighborhood -- a quaint, historic district to the east of downtown -- and is ideal for photographers of all levels. I walked around with my old iPhone snapping away while a drone buzzed overhead. The park itself is small but tranquil. Lots of dogs were being walked (ugh, love, want them all), and the paths were clean. You can look out over the James River or set your sights on quintessential RVA shots of the business district. Despite the chill and cloudy overcast, I loved my recent visit. I took a ton of photos of the leaves changing colors and then walked around the neighboring streets a bit before ending up at Proper Pie Co. and the Historic St. John's Church of Patrick Henry fame. I'd say this is an excellent park for first timers to Richmond to add to their must-visit lists.
1 month ago
We got married at Libby Hill Park. With wedding venues charging the price for a lung transplant, we decided to have it at a free venue. I looked online to see other people's and experience with doing this, and found it to be hassle free. We didn't have a permit for our quick and small wedding (approximately 100 people). But to be safe if you did want to get a permit, they are only about $25 I believe. Parking was super easy and space easily accessible! This park will forever be a special place for our family! Our wedding was no more than $3500 for EVERYTHING! If you want details, checkout my socials! read more
9 months ago
What a great historic park to visit with a beautiful view of Richmond! This seven acre park is the spot where William Byrd II named the city of Richmond, because it reminded him of Richmond in England. It's a beautiful park in the Church Hill neighborhood, with views of the James River and downtown. It's a great place for a picnic or to sit and enjoy the views. A must see when visiting the area. read more
1 year ago
A nice calm spot to see all of Richmond but also sit at a historic spot. This spot is great at anytime of the year anytime of the day! read more
If you want a view of downtown Richmond, many will direct you to Libby Hill Park. In a residential neighborhood, the park itself is pretty small, but the view is mighty. However, I tend to prefer the view from Jefferson Park. read more
Libby hill park is absolutely one of the best parks I go to! It's usually pretty full on a nice day but definitely not as bad as Monroe. My friends and I love having picnics and putting our hammocks up here There are also picnic tables so you can enjoy your lunches or morning breakfast here too! The neighborhood around it is pretty nice too! There is always easy parking and people are nice! If you are looking for a view it's a nice place! read more
Very close by to Cobra Burger! My husband and I decided to take our kids for a walk here after we went to go pick up our lunch order. It was a weekend (and it may have been a bit colder) and there was plenty of parking on the street. I do lover the older homes in Churchill- beautiful buildings and friendly peeps. Easy to get to and plenty of parking spots. There are big areas where you can let your little one run around but still want to keep a close eye on them if they like to run onto/towards the street. read more
11 months ago
1 year ago
A good place to catch a break from life or to take a breather and gather your thoughts No matter the weather it always pretty and I love to people watch here or eat lunch. read more
My favorite park in Richmond. This place is the perfect spot for a picnic. It's also great for outdoor yoga, a photoshoot, reading a book, catching up with friends.....basically anything you can do outside is so much better when you do it here. It has the view that named our city and I think that's so special. Maybe that's a part of why I like it so much, or maybe it's because I think this park captures Richmond so well. Our city does industrial outdoors very well. Libby Hill showcases this with the city views, river views, the old Lucky Strike building, and green space. There is plenty of street parking. It's also very close to some awesome local businesses. I highly recommend takeout picnics here. There are a few picnic benches and stairs that can take you back down to Shockoe Bottom. This is my #1 park in Church Hill and in the city. It's a fabulous place for people watching and even better for sunset watching. I always take visiting friends to this spot. read more
4 years ago
We were in Richmond for the day and to view the sunset we visited the Libby Hill Park. The parking for the libby hill park is the roadside parallel parking. The park was beautiful with lots of space to chill and enjoy the beauty of Richmond. We saw the sunset from Libby Hill Park with beautiful Richmond skyline and sunset. Amazing place to get beautiful pictures. read more
Seeing the YELP photos, I had to check this park out. Quite a site to behold with the views of the fountain, homes, and landscape that is Richmond. Also saw people doing photo shoots, reading, sharing inhibitions, and setting up their drones. Not to mention it's also a great starting point for walking towards the downtown area. Don't be alarmed making the climb; while it looks steep, I can assure you that you won't regret it. The view from the top is the best reward one can have; aside from ice cream or something. read more
4 years ago
This is a beautiful park very close to several restaurants in downtown Richmond right now the Edgar Allan Poe bar And it's definitely worth a day trip it has hills and flat land to walk or jog and the view is amazing you can see the water and the city from up here to relax there are benches nearby and there is ample parking that is easy to attain We walked through here while the waiting for our table to open up at the restaurant I love hell if you take a turn you find steps and graffiti on a street next to houses you come back to the park that's very neat to see the different landscapes read more
The view of Richmond from the Hollywood Cemetery is pretty good but I think the view from here is better. Though it's possible that the endorphins from climbing the hill are making it more special. This is one of the three original parks in Richmond's park system. Allegedly, the view from here is said to closely resemble the view of Richmond on the Thames in England that it gave the city of Richmond its name. There is a lovely ornamental fountain, a number of benches to sit and enjoy the view and a monument for Confederate soldiers and sailors. [Review 11774 overall, 1556 of 2019.] read more
This overlook offers as much of a quintessential view of Richmond as you could hope to get. Climbing the hill on foot looks daunting, but one can also drive and park in the residential neighborhood at the top, and there are several restaurants within walking distance as well. A pillar and some documentation commemorate the history of the area. There aren't any facilities other than a few benches, but if you're looking to sit outside and eat or watch the sunset, this is the place to be. read more
4 years ago
I adore watching the sunset from Libby Hill park. Doesn't matter the time of year. You really get so much of what makes Richmond such a sweet place to live on a busy night in the late summer with people walking about, dogs playing, friends and couples eating on picnic blankets, and most of the city right before you. This is a can't miss date night. During December the Vespers candlelight walk ends here and it's a terrific way to start the holidays. read more
9 years ago
This is a prime spot to visit for pretty photos of Richmond. It's located in the Church Hill neighborhood -- a quaint, historic district to the east of downtown -- and is ideal for photographers of all levels. I walked around with my old iPhone snapping away while a drone buzzed overhead. The park itself is small but tranquil. Lots of dogs were being walked (ugh, love, want them all), and the paths were clean. You can look out over the James River or set your sights on quintessential RVA shots of the business district. Despite the chill and cloudy overcast, I loved my recent visit. I took a ton of photos of the leaves changing colors and then walked around the neighboring streets a bit before ending up at Proper Pie Co. and the Historic St. John's Church of Patrick Henry fame. I'd say this is an excellent park for first timers to Richmond to add to their must-visit lists. read more
9 years ago
This is probably one of the most beautiful city views of Richmond you're going to get. It's said that this is where the founder of Richmond decided to give Richmond its name. There is a plaque and everything. From this view - you see the old cigarette factory, Lucky Strike, the James River, a couple of bridges and of course Confederate soldier statue that could stand to be removed. They placed the statue here due to the former/fallen Confederate navy yard is also in this view. The houses in the area are lovely. They date back as early as the 1850s, but the oldest is actually from 1839. The ones that caught my attention were the Victorian era homes. I am in love with those and they're very picturesque. Libby Hill is worth wandering. I don't know how this is night, but I can see this being a romantic place to roam during the sunset or sunrise. Possibly even a good spot to propose? Likely has already been done. If you want a view in Richmond, this is probably as good as it gets! read more
"not sure why its hyped, just couple of view and that too of mill area." it is listed under top 5 places to see in Richmond, I thought it would be some kind of place where whole Richmond downtown can be seen like in movies, but no. it's just your neighbourhood park situated in the hilly area and you can have one or two looks of downtown, more of mill area. yes, James River can be seen clearly from here. if you don't have time, you can avoid this, not that great. read more
Libby Hill Park is one of those parks that you can enjoy in any season. This park is known for being the view that named Richmond. I love that the park overlooks the famous James River. Libby Hill is located in Churchill (St. John's historic district). Within this park you'll find some pathways, fountains, views of the city, benches, a small park house, and plenty of grassy area for furry friends. The view are gorgeous in the Fall especially! This park has become a popular location for outdoor yoga classes. Recommend for anyone who visits Virginia. read more
6 years ago
One of the best place to view city of Richmond and Lucky Strike smokestack. There are plenty of branches to sit or bring a blanket and sit on the grass. Also there are so many steps and area where you can exercise if you want to. read more
This is an all time favorite place of mine to go and reflect. It's quiet and the scenery is just gorgeous. Now the trees are bright yellow, red and orange and the view of the James River running through Richmond is a treasure. My hometown and I love it! Libby Hill offers an amazing view of the city and the James. With benches to sit and people watch, and walk ways to enjoy a stroll with your loved one or fur baby. Stair ways lead down too a main road and it's a hot spot to come with photographers to take engagement photos, family photos or pet photos. Don't take our city for granted, because when you move away you miss it more and more. Our city is amazing and with views like these, soak it all in! read more
Beautiful public park with amazing city and river views, right in the heart of Richmond's St. John's Church Historic District (Church Hill), a great place for a walk, to snap a few selfies, a backdrop for a special occasion photo shoot, or just to take a moment to reflect on the beauty and history of this great city. There are also great restaurants and eateries nearby so come here to walk off the calories or just hang out on a nice day. read more
I can not say enough good things about Libby Hill. I love it so much, I got engaged here! The views of the city are the best I have seen. In my experience it has been a very quiet and chill atmosphere. If you come around sunset you will see different people spread out across the hill waiting to view the sun set over the beautiful view of the city. You can bring a picnic and sit on a blanket, or sit on one of their many benches. I've never had a problem with parking here either. I came for the Fourth of July and viewed firework shows from all over the city, we could see 8 different shows in total. The closest and best being from the Squirrels Stadium. In my experiences the patrons of the hill have been teenage or older, with the occasional kids here and there, but this may also be because I have been here for sunsets, or after dark mostly. If you are looking for a romantic spot, this is your place!! read more
16 years ago
No doubt my favorite park in Richmond. When I first came here, I felt like I had uncovered some sort of secret paradise that I needed to tell everyone about/ bring everyone to. There's a beautiful view of Rocketts Landing on one side, Richmond looking west, and to the south the James. The park is clean and spacious. There's plenty of room to enjoy a picnic and take some photos. There's a couple benches and a fountain as well. If you are looking for some quality exercise, there are stairs down the hill as well as a path. I definitely recommend Libby Hill Park as a Richmond must see! read more
7 years ago
13 years ago
Awesome scenery! I love running the stairs for a workout. Sometimes the grass grows a little too wild but its all a part of nature. Love it! read more
One of my favorite parks in the downtown area, Libby Hill Park literally has one of the best skyline views of RVA. Nestled just past the heart of the city, it is one of the most relaxing spots to visit. Beautiful sunsets, great view of fireworks for Rockett's Red Glare (Memorial Day) and is dog-friendly, you are bound to find one of the many reasons to visit this spot. Oh, yes, and If you are looking for a great first-date spot, come here as well, there is a very beautiful fountain that is very calming to sit near as well. read more
10 years ago
Great aerial views of Richmond all around. I saw two different groups exercising on the huge lawn at the top. read more
16 years ago
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15 years ago
Libby Hill Park gets 5 jumbo stars in my book! Located right down the street from my house, you can't beat a better view in the whole city. Overlooking the James River and Rockett's Landing on one side, and down Main Street into downtown on another. Gorgeous sunset views and perfect location for engagement photos. Great parking and dog-friendly. Highly recommended to those who are new to the area! read more
10 years ago
This is an amazing park in the church hill area of the city! You not only get amazing views of the city but also get an amazing view of the James River! There are plenty of park benches and green space for your pets and most of all it's just a great place to collect your thoughts read more
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