Maymont is the best park in Richmond! It's so beautiful and so much to see. I'm so glad we took our engagement pictures here! read more

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This is such a great park. I love the trail, seeing the farm animals, walking through the garden, and pretty much everything about this park. The only thing is that the pond in the Japanese Garden looks really nasty. read more

Living over an hour away a trip to this park isn't exactly convenient, but on a recent field trip with my child's class I got the opportunity to experience this lovely park. The grounds are well kept and we had a good time exploring the Children's Park. However, on the day we were there (with about 200 other children) the park was mulching the flowerbeds and there were large dump trucks as well as other utility trucks driving on the walking paths right where we were walking. It was very disturbing and because these field trips are planned in advance it seems like poor planning on Maymonts part to allow these vehicles to operate in the same areas where children are running and playing and exploring. It is a lovely place and I will probably venture there with my other children for some outdoor fun again soon. I just hope we don't have to play dodge the vehicles while enjoying nature! read more

This incredibly charming and spacious area in the middle of Richmond city is a true gem for everyone. The entry is free but donations are suggested. They have a children's petting zoo, Japanese gardens complete with waterfall and koi pond, Italian Gardens and several animal exhibits. They have two black bears, otters, turtles, foxes, and birds of prey. They have an antique mansion with great views. All in all, it is a wonderful place to visit for people of all ages. read more

Love taking day trips here. Beautiful landscaping, gardens, coy fish pond! Lots of animals for the children (and adults) to enjoy! Great exhibits, very educational as well! read more

This place is great! We have 2 little kids and they love the nature center and the petting zoo. Such a great place we drive from Stafford :)

What a unique amenity for the citizens of Richmond. I used to live there and only made one cursory trip to Maymont. On a recent visit, we went back, this time with our kids and really enjoyed it. The grounds are beautiful, with rolling hills and a gorgeous view over the James River. We didn't tour the mansion, but it's on our "to do list" for next time. The animal exhibits were fine and fun for the kids. Maymont is not a zoo, so don't expect a comprehensive collection. But the kids love seeing the buffalo, reindeer and black bears. The bird exhibits were neat too. The petting zoo was also a hit with the kids. Check out Maymont if you want to enjoy a pretty park or to get your city kids up close and personal with some real, live animals. read more

Maymont has so many diverse offerings to enjoy and all free- what a lovely option for residents and travelers alike.

Visit the Japanese Garden. It is a bit of a walk to get down there, but well worth the trip. Richmond's little hidden treasure.

Maymont is a must-see on any visit to Richmond, and best of all, it's free. You can easily wander and meander through the lush gardens, but the highlight for me was the docent-led tour of the Dooley Mansion. Step back in time as you visit a gorgeous, historic mansion, which maintains most of its original furnishings. There are fascinating exhibits about servant life on the lower levels. read more

Highlight of my trip. I wish I could take a book and a chair and just never leave. Animals, beautiful gardens and buildings, acres of well kept landscape. read more

Beautiful garden. Nice place to walk and get fresh air. I absolutely love seeing the otters, they are so calming and sometimes they really seem to interact with you. read more

The beauty in this place has so many facets, every trip you find something or somewhere new to admire. Great for families, couples, photographers, weddings or just hanging out with friends. A beloved picnic spot for my family for several years. Maymont will always hold a special place in my heart. read more

I went to the Jazz weekend concert that featured the great Ms. Kahn and I loved it!!! I have been top this park numerous times but this is the first concert that I went to there and I will most definitely go back for another! read more

I didn't get to really expirience the park sadly. My friend got married there but there was a massive storm that forced us indoors. But from what I did see it looked great. I would of loved to explore it more. read more

Maymont Park is one of the many reasons I take biannual trips down to Richmond from DC. The park is HUGE, well maintained, and quite lovely in the fall. My favorite parts are the Italian and Japanese Gardens, and could only imagine how amazing they are in the Spring. Stop by for a couple of hours, or spend the day, either way it is a must see in the RVA. read more

Maymont has always been my favorite places in Richmond for the gardens and animals, but in this review I specifically want to praise the Tours and Pours event! We learned so much and had a lot of fun, and the wine tasting was delicious! It was our first time doing a tour of the mansion after visiting the park for years, and we definitely will be coming back to do another. I hope Maymont continues doing events like this! read more

Absolutely gorgeous, especially with so many of the flowers blooming right now. I would highly recommend this place. Potentially lots of walking/steps depending on where you park. read more

This is a great place to take a date or your family for a picnic and walk in some of the most beautiful gardens (two!!!) RVA has. Your kids will greatly enjoy the petting zoo and you can wear them out walking or running all throughout the grounds. A must do for locals and visitors alike. read more

Free and it has a small "Zoo" area with different zoo and wild animals like fox's. Very Nice for a walk and it's got fireworks on the 4th of july at the adjacent Bird park. read more

My first time here, and it was phenomenal. The grounds are beautiful, the weather was very nice and the scenery is gorgeous. I only had my iPhone to take pictures with and I wish I would have had my traditional camera. I was there for 3 hours and I still did not get to see the entire park. Next time, I will have to see the Mansion. I will definitely be back, and this is my new favorite spot plus it's free. A hidden gem in Richmond..com read more

Amazing! See the Otters at the nature center! They're too much fun and only a couple of dollars.

spouse and i went there to see the house. unfortunately had to drive through dirty Richmond to get there. ick.. Parking was almost non existent. 35 min later, we almost gave up on a spot then one had just opened. The tour was a bit strange, all the other people in our tour seemed to be from Russia or some Slavic country. This placed is a typical period so i didn't expect much, and was not disappointed. i only found the Swan bed interesting. there was a party going on in one of the property buildings so it was a bit disruptive. read more

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This is not just a historic site. The Mansion is much the way it was when the original owners passed away and left the Mansion to the city of Richmond 1925. Whether you are a history buff, someone who appreciates fine craftsmanship, a collector of antiques or love elegance, the Mansion tour is a must! The grounds sport several gardens Maymont Mansion park is awesome! With 100 acres to explore I recommend planning on spending the whole day. A lot of walking is involved but there is plenty of open fields and benches here and there to take a break if you need to. If you are not up for a lot of walking, there are several parking lots located around the park to get you close as possible to your desired entrance. Sounds expensive? It's not! Upon entering the park, there is a request for a donation, a suggestion of $5 per person. The same donation is suggested for touring inside the Maymont Mansion. This is not a historical site as with many places in VA; it is not the site of a major Civil War battle or the home of a former president. The mansion was one of the first homes in the state with electricity and indoor plumbing and was built in the late 1800's. The mansion contains original furniture, fixtures, china, clothing; not items that were brought in because they were popular for the era and may have been used by the Dooleys (original owners/builders). And that to me is a big part of what made the experience so great. We were looking at items for the late 1800's to early 1900's that were actually used by the Dooleys. Being of great wealth, the Dooleys had access to items only societies elite could afford. The craftsmanship of all the wood work, done by hand (remember the era) and hand paintings on the ceilings are unbelievable. Even our 10 year old granddaughter was amazed and extremely intrigued by the tour and information give to us by Susan S. our tour guide. The park is a work of art in itself. Cement pillars and blocks, cobble stone, numerous water features, and gazebos; exotic trees, bushes, flowers and herbs throughout the park even including a rose bush planted in 1911. Most of the plant life were brought into the country by the Dooleys from many of their trips to Europe. We are talking plants, not just trees over 100 years old! And don't forget to stop by the petting zoo for the kids. There are a few outbuildings including the stables and carriage house. Remember, to tour the mansion you have to sign up in the little gift shop in the basement of the mansion. Also, once you spend the time, think about donating again. It is very inexpensive yet loaded with information, entertainment, and breath taking sites. Visiting Maymont Mansion and park was the best we experienced during our VA vacation. read more

Amazing place!! It is great all year round, but I especially love taking my son in the warmer months because when you walk down into the gardens it is shady and cooler. The wind whips through the trails and feels great! read more

Great place to spend an afternoon. The nature center is fun, and well worth the $3 admission. I'd pay just to spend time watching the otters! Also many outdoor exhibits of local wildlife, a farm and the gorgeous gardens all free and open to the public. The gardens were a nice place to unwind. read more

Decided that after decades of living in Richmond, we should see a local site we'd never visited. We chose Maymont house. Arrived 3:30 PM on Dec. 29th. We were met by a surly docent who scolded the visitors in front of us not to sign the book if they weren't touring the house. They left. She told us that the next tour would be an hour. We were about to leave also when another docent arrived to tell us about the downstairs exhibit. We stayed to tour the downstairs but decided not to see the house since the first docent seemed so unfriendly. Not a good impression of our city when you have so many out of state people visiting at this time of year. It will be a long time before we hazard another visit there. read more

Maymont has been perfect for as long as I can remember. It's always worth a visit, even in the off-season. (As long as it's not so crowded that there's literally no place to park) read more

Love love love Maymont!!! Been here a lot of times and never get tired. I've been here usually in December and during winter season, never been during in Summer (8/1/15). If you visit Richmond, this is their pride, the Maymont Park and Mansion. :) The Park itself is very big, they have a lot of different gardens, my favorite of the park is the Victorian House owned by the Dooley's Family - now it is owned by the City. Anyway, The park has no fee, absolutely FREE! Meaning you can go around the Japanese Garden, Rose Garden and other gardens. Some of the part of the huge park, you need to pay around $5-8 depending on which park, I think the Kids Exhibit park. What I love the most is the Dooley's house. There is an entrance fee $5 but it serves as a donation. The tour is usually takes turns by the knowledgeable tour guides. I think the tour last around 30-45 mins? Depending on how many per group and if they have some questions involved. They are good for families, but kids needs to behave since all the things inside are well preserved. In every room in the house has its own purpose, they use Tiffany's dining ware, and you'll see one of the first huge luggage box by LV. You will also learn that how the family and servants work. The servants has their own stairs, room, etc. If you don't want to go inside the Mansion, the Basement is absolutely free to see what is inside, basically it is the kitchen, the storage room, the laundry room and where the servants stays. Also, to buy ticket is in the basement, there is a small door and stairs at the back of the house (but if you come from the entrance of the park, the back house is in front of you.) Like what I have said, I've been here during Christmas season, the concept inside of the house is entirely different. They try to duplicate what were the Dooley's do during that specific time. Again, I'll go with 5 stars!!! Love the park and the ambiance. Make sure bring a bottle of water during summer and good for walking!!! read more

Best garden in Richmond. The Italian garden and Japanese garden are beautiful. The little fall is a breathtaking view. Different styles of the bridges made the journey very pleasant. Oh, forgot to mention those huge and colorful fish. Never seen this kind before. Garden is free. Opens 10am to 7pm. Best for family with kids, best for couples to hang out. read more

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I love going to Maymont Park, no matter what time of year! My favorite time is in the spring because the ground are so beautiful, filled with animals and flowers all around! I really want to visit during the holidays as well! read more

the butterfly ate my son, so bring you're kids. MINOR THREAT

It is a beautiful location! Love being outside and the gardens are so nice! Try not to go on the weekend though. All the people and teens take away from the serenity, the best time to go is in the middle of the weekday if you can. Otherwise it gets super crowded. read more

One of the best parks in Richmond Va. The park is a huge park and you can walk the grounds and look at the different gardens, historical mansion and feed the farm animals their. read more

Maymont is a beautiful, and free, city park. It offers nicely paved walking paths, lovely views, and a variety of amenities, including a children's barn with a selection of farm animals, a nature center, an ornate, Italian rose garden, a Japanese water garden, and gorgeous plantings of ornamental trees and flowers. Restrooms and drinking fountains are available, and generally well-maintained. An historic home on the property can be toured for a fee. Maymont is a lovely way to spend an afternoon in Richmond, Virginia. read more

Check out the petting zoo, Japanese gardens, and the Maymont house. Pack a picnic!

My BF took me and my daughter and our son here on our anniversary. I had been before with my cousin and my son, but we only visited the zoo part and a lot of the animals werent out (it was nov) but this time he had called i guess and we went in a different way (by the aquarium) we walked for hours and it was beautiful! I saw so much more of the park. If i liked it b4 i LOVED It now. the garden, the waterfall OMG and he proposed! it was such a wonderful day... we plan to go back and be married there! Dress comfortably, bring some water or pack a lunch, you can pull out your blanket and picnic in the grass... there isnt much as far as like to eat (that we saw) so if youre planning to make a day of it, make sure you pack a lunch and plenty of water, your camera and a towel to wipe your sweaty face... but it is a BEAUTIFUL park! read more

Maymont is a place you have to go at different times of the year to really absorb everything it offers. There are so many gardens that the blooms are different every month. I have seen the petting zoo, so I don't need to go back there, but it is nice to walk through there en route to the rest of the park. Great place to bring a football or Frisbee, I see a lot of kites there too. I love all the miscellaneous stone work scattered throughout the park, there are little stone walls and stone pillars everywhere, I wish I could go back in time to when they were built and see this place in all its glory. I cannot think of a better place in Richmond on a nice sunny day to bring a blanket and picnic and just chill out for hours. If you have kids, all the better, because there are kids everywhere. I have gotten roped into several games of tag and football! read more

This is my favorite place in the city of Richmond. Every season is beautiful. However, the koi pond, japanese garden area of the park isn't the greatest in the winter (because sometimes the pond is frozen and the waterfall is turned off) but, it is still such a wonderful place stuck in the middle of the city. I go as much as I can and I love the place. read more

Maymont is Great! It's a wonderful park to bring the kids, check out the animals, or even go for a relaxing run! Good ol' Maymont.