The James River runs right along the city, allowing for some great outdoor activities. We recommend checking out the Canal Walk, Pipeline Trail, Brown's Island, or Belle Isle. Also, check out the T. Tyler Potterfield Bridge - where James proposed to Catie! She said yes (and James did not drop the ring into the river)!
Our favorite neighborhood! The Fan has SO much to offer. We highly recommend strolling through The Fan and looking at the colorful row homes - especially around Halloween. Our old street, Hanover Avenue, is known for it's elaborate Halloween decorations. We love grabbing sandwiches at Garnett's, having comfort food at Joe's Inn, or grabbing a pizza at 8 1/2 and eating in Scuffletown Park. If you're in the mood for a sub, check out Stanley's. If you want great oysters, try Beaucoup (especially for Happy Hour)!
Carytown is about a mile-long stretch of West Cary Street that has many shops, boutiques, and restaurants. We love spending afternoons walking around Carytown, stopping into some stores and grabbing a bite to eat. Some of our favorite stores are: Plan 9 Records, Mongrel, Lineage, and Brick & Mortar. We love eating at Chewy's Bagels, Zorch Pizza, or grabbing a drink at Can Can Brasserie or The Jasper!
Scott's Addition is a neighborhood known for its breweries and restaurants. We love having a beer at Vasen, Ardent, or Star Hill. For food options, you can't go wrong with ZZQ Texas Barbeque (get there early before they sell out for the day)!
Church Hill is rich in history. Check out St. John's Church or The Poe Museum, grab something to eat at Proper Pie Co., and walk over to Libby Hill Park to get a great view of the skyline and the river!
The VMFA is one of our favorite places to visit. The museum itself is free to enter (with paid special exhibits). Walk around the museum, grab a coffee and a snack in the cafe, or sit outside and explore the sculpture garden.
Don't feel like walking? Take a TukTuk tour around the city! They offer many different types of tours, from sightseeing to food/drink to even ghost tours! There's definitely something for everyone.