Emily & Shelton
Things To Do
Carytown
Colorful Carytown is a bohemian district centered around a stretch of West Cary Street, with indie boutiques, record stores, and vintage emporiums. Quirky murals brighten alleyways and buildings housing cool cafes, bakeries, and health-conscious lunch spots, while evening crowds fill farm-to-table restaurants, craft cocktail bars, and the Byrd Theater.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, together with the adjacent Virginia Historical Society, anchors the eponymous "Museum District" of Richmond.
Scott's Addition
Revitalized, hip Scott’s Addition is the hub of the city’s brewing scene, with cideries, taprooms, and distilleries housed in converted warehouses. Bold street murals and string lights brighten the area, and seasonally focused destination restaurants, a retro bowling alley, and a cinema make it a popular evening hangout. Nearby, the Science Museum of Virginia has high-tech astronomy shows in its Dome theater.
North Bank Trail
The North Bank Trail is a 2.7 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Richmond, Virginia that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Texas Beach
Remote park featuring basic trails popular with dog walkers & isolated beaches & sunbathing spots.
Buttermilk Trail
Buttermilk Trail is a 4.5 mile out and back trail located near Richmond, Virginia featuring the James River. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Forest Hill Park
Forest Hill Park, known for its "Stone house" called Boscobel, is a popular and historic 105-acre urban park in Richmond, Virginia.
T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge
Parking: South side: Lot between Semmes Avenue and 7th Street, street parking along 7th Street, near the SunTrust building. North side: Parking in lot off Tredegar Street
Libby Hill Park
One of the earliest city parks, this elevated green space offers scenic views, benches & tall trees. Situated in fabulous Church Hill, it's one of our most views of Richmond!