Things To Do
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Sculpture Garden
Our first date spot! We love enjoying a stroll around the exhibits and a snack or beverage at the cafe.
The Fan District
The Fan District is the charm of RVA. Plus, our favorite streets to walk off Sunday scaries. Do not miss out on seeing the foliage and landscapes on Monument Ave, Hanover Ave, and Grove Ave. Restaurants: - Garnett's Cafe - Joe's Inn - My Noodle Bar - Helen's - Curbside Cafe
Scott's Addition Historic District
Scotts Addition is an industrial neighborhood in Richmond - a place we often walk to from our apartment. Breweries: - Ardent - Veil - Starhill - Vasen Restaurants: - Cochiloco (tacos, salsa bar, great margs) - Lunch & Supper (brunch and dinner) - McClean's (breakfast diner) - ZZQ - Fat Dragon Coffee: - Grit Coffee - Roastology
Carytown
A favorite area of ours (which include monthly date nights) is Carytown. This strip is comprised of unique locally-owned businesses. Coffee: - Sugar & Twine Restaurants: - New York Deli - Can Can - Mom's Siam - The Daily Shopping: - Clementine - Lou Lou Boutique - Buffalo Exchange
The Jefferson Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel at Christmas time is iconic and our favorite. We highly recommend seeing the tree and beautiful decorations while you are here! Free to the public. Yummy seasonal cocktails at the hotel bar.
Brown's Island
Brown's Island / Belle Isle is a beautiful spot for movement and sight seeing with trails along the James River.