This hilltop park is not as nice as nearby Libby Hill, being both more run down and having less of…read morea view of the river. However, it is still a nice place to sit or walk a dog, and it is easy to get to and park at. The space is also notable for the historical museum inside.

Interesting place to visit. It is a quick drop-in, as it is not large in structure, but the…read moreinformation contained here is vast. The name "Chimborazo" is a mountain and also a beverage in Ecuador. Why? Because this historic site is at one of the highest points in Richmond. I enjoyed my visit here.

This past weekend, I went to one of my favorite local parks in Vegas, and it prompted me to think…read moreof my favorite urban parks across the United States. Belle Isle was the first place that came to mind! I lived in RVA (Manchester) for a year from 2007-2008, and Belle Isle became a second home for me during that time. As an avid adventurer, I highly recommend Belle Isle for the following reasons (based on my pre-pandemic/circa 2008 experiences): 1.) Egalitarianism: It's a great place to mix and mingle with people from all walks of life. 2.) It's a great choose your own adventure type of place where you could spend an entire day doing a mix of the following activities: kayaking, hiking, biking, swimming, reading, sunbathing, whiling away time on the rocks, cloud gazing, having a picnic, doing landscape photography/photoshoots, etc. 3.) The James River! It's the only Class III-IV white water rapids in the U.S. running through the heart of a city center. 4.) Wildlife (especially the aquatic birds)! 5.) Proximity to the rich culture, food, and history in Downtown Richmond that you can explore before or after your Belle Isle adventure.

Always a great place to get out into nature. One of my favorite places to hike with great views of…read morethe river or the woods.

I decided to walk the trail while visiting Richmond. I enjoy learning history through visiting…read moredifferent places. I definitely don't mind reading, but I had difficulty following the order of the markers. I am pretty sure I missed numerous stops along the way. We decided to turn back after walking over an overpass. We figured we may have ventured off the tour. Nevertheless, I enjoyed walking, learning, and exploring the city. Maybe I will try again on another visit and after some research.

Walking the Richmond Slave Trail is an important thing to do to honor those who were unjustly…read moreenslaved for decades and decades. I started the trail at the most southern part. There's a parking lot. Follow the markers to learn about slavery in Richmond. The trail is well marked and it hugs the river. Take the time to read every sign.

Great food and good service. Bartender is really pleasant…read more A great place for lunch. A little loud when they are really busy.

This is a small museum with well-organized exhibits that are easy to follow. With all the nearby…read moreconstruction, parking was a bit tricky--I ended up having to go a couple of streets up the hill. The exhibits themselves covered some very heavy and thought-provoking topics that really dove into the human psyche of war. I was especially impressed by how well they've been able to save and preserve artifacts over time. One highlight was a presentation on muskets from the era, complete with a live firing demonstration, which was both fascinating and educational.

I love visiting historic sites! It's one of my favorite pastimes. Westover Plantation has been on…read moremy list of must sees, and we finally got to go! This is a phenomenal venue... once you head down the long winding road off Rt. 5, you'll find a small parking area. We were pleased to see it wasn't crowded at all. Walking through the wrought iron gates onto the property, a gorgeous green lawn sprawls out over the rolling hills. The view of the James River is spectacular! The elegant, Georgian mansion sits majestically on the sloped hill facing the water. We walked through another imposing gate to the farm area where we saw chickens, horses, and several out buildings as well as a large bamboo grove which led out to the river. Circling back to the mansion, we noted the Colonial architecture and read all the posted historical plaques. Tours inside are by appointment. Around the back of this stately edifice, was a path leading into the incredible formal garden. It was breathtaking. We meandered through the manicured garden which is one of the finest features of this estate. Roses, irises, lilies, peonies, and other lovely flowers, trees, shrubs and bushes will brighten you day as you stroll through the grounds. We admired the massive monument, the tombstone of William Byrd, the focal point of the garden, as well as the statues, the sundial and the natural wood arbor overflowing with wisteria. We were truly awed by the beauty of Westover Plantation and amazed by all the attention to detail by the groundskeepers. This grand home is a landmark worth visiting! Typically there's a donation box by the entrance, but when we toured the plantation on Sunday, Mother's Day, during the Covid issue, no box was to be found. Perhaps they opened to the public (free) because they knew we all needed to get out of the house and get a brief glimpse of history and nature or it was removed. Either way, it was a delightful way to spend a few hours, soaking up Virginia's beauty and culture.

Westover is certainly one of the most beautiful colonial plantations on the James River. It was…read morebuilt in the mid-18th century by the Byrd family. I especially like the brick that was used in the construction. The house is simply elegant and has perfect proportions. Take special note of the steepness of the roof, the tall chimneys in pairs at both ends of the main house, and the elaborate doorway, which continues to be recognized as "the Westover doorway." The house is not opened for tours except for special occasions. Westover's grounds and outbuildings are open to the public every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. They do ask for a small donation starting at $5.00 to tour the grounds; an honor box is located at the entry gate near the parking lot.

I went here on a Saturday morning. It is free to visit. Took a paid 90-minute historic walking tour…read more(Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery Walking Tour) by The Valentine. Tour started at the entrance and we went to notable spots. We were only 7 in the tour. Our tour guide Doug who has been doing it for 14 seasons was very knowledgeable. He shared interesting facts, architectural/art styles, history of people and places/Richmond. We saw the iron dog, graves of the 2 US presidents (John Monroe's Tomb and John Tyler's Monument), Lewis Ginter Mausoleum, Palmer Chapel Mausoleum (and the overlooks on its sides), among others. It was a nice tour. I learned a lot. If you plan to go there on your own, there's a map from the website that you can download and use where there are markers for the notable spots. Google Maps does not have these spots in it. The restroom can be found on the left shortly after entering the cemetery. Lewis Ginter Mausoleum shows Victorian era architecture. When you peek through the door, you would see the nice Tiffany glass artwork behind. With its history, nice views overlooking the James River, the peaceful and quiet environment, this is a place worth checking out.

This cemetery is beautiful and big. Lots of unique headstones. It's sprawling with lots of hills so…read morewear your walking shoes.

One of my favorite spots in Richmond for sure. LOVE this walk. We do this walk about 2 to 3 times a…read moremonth. Such a nice walk. Over the water and then it connects to the ampitheater area which is just great. People out walking their dogs, biking and just getting ice cream. Love it!!!

Very nice bridge to get your exercise in and at the same time. The scenery of the water is amazing…read more Lot's of history to read and several benches if you need to sit down and sight see. We went across twice as well as walked the trail to the above scenic overlook. They have stairs to climb up for the scenic overview but it wasn't bad. As long as you're in shape. We also took a trail. Good exercise but dress accordingly. Make sure you shoes are comfortable. The bridge can get very windy for a period of time. It's definitely worth making a trip. Just keep in mind. There's only porta pottys available. So you might want to to go before your journey. We loved everything about the bridge. Definitely will be returning. FYI parking is available at several nearby lots for free. Better to arrive earlier then later. We arrived on a weekday. I imagine weekends would be more crowded with less parking spots available. We Can't wait to return.

The Maggie Walk National Historic Site is located in downtown Richmond and recommend stopping by…read morefor a tour! The house is only accessible through the ranger led tour. Check online for hours!

The entrance was clearly marked and easy to find. The tour started on the hour and on time. It…read morebegan with a really interesting short movie. The ranger who gave the tour was amazing. She was informative, kind, patient, and engaged my 7 y/o niece with such care. The tour was filled with information but it didn't feel too long or overwhelming; the timing was just right. It was a truly wonderful learning experience.