Things To Do
Sharps Island
This is where your weekend adventure starts.
1816 Hanover Ave
Welcome to the main event. Bring your dancing shoes, your appetite and maybe even your swimsuit.
The Broadberry
Your Saturday night continues a couple blocks away with more drinks and dancing for the late night crowd.
4408 Stonewall Ave
Wake up, sleepyhead! Stop by for brunch at our house before you leave town.
Belle Isle
Richmond's jewel. You will not find another city in the US with a park system like ours. The James River Park System extends east and west through the city, but this is the best place to begin your exploration.
North Bank Trail
Walking trail along the North Bank of the river, easily accessible from most of our suggested hotels. If you're feeling adventurous, connect to Buttermilk Trail via the Belle Isle Bridge and Nickel Bridge to extend to a 6 mile loop. Check out the "James River North Bank and Buttermilk Loop Trail" on AllTrails.
T Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge
A pedestrian only bridge with great views along the James River. Another option to extend your Belle Isle or North Bank exploration. Stop by Waterfront RVA at the Tredegar boat ramp and say hello to whoever is working while Ben takes the weekend off ;)
Forest Hill Park
This park accesses the James River Park System, blocks from our house. Our go to spot for mountain biking and trail running. Check out the 5k trail loop or walk around the lake.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
If your first experience in a new city typically involves an art museum, don't skip out on this one.
Carytown
Richmond's most charming shopping district.
Blanchard’s Coffee Morris Street
Can't go wrong with any of the Blanchard's around town.
Crossroads Coffee & Ice Cream
The OG Southside coffee hangout spot.
Perly's
Iconic Richmond brunch spot close to all our suggested hotels. Ben's first RVA apartment was on the same block.
Joe's Inn the Fan
P's go-to local diner right down the street from Frankie & Steve's house. Great for a bite to eat or a drink at all hours of the day.
Croaker's Spot Richmond
Quintessential Southern comfort food, specializing in seafood; a Richmond staple.
Little Nickel
Grab a bite at our favorite neighborhood restaurant. Order a homemade frozen with a floater - trust us on this one.
Kuba Kuba
Casual Cuban food right down the street from 1816 Hanover Ave.
Garnett's
Quick and delicious sandwiches blocks from Frankie and Steve's.
Rappahannock Restaurant
Ben's favorite seafood in town.
Legend Brewing Co
Over the last decade, Richmond has developed a huge microbrewery scene. This is the OG microbrewery that overlooks the James River.
The Veil Brewing Co. - Forest Hill
Our favorite neighborhood brewery with nationally renowned beer. The original location is in Scott's Addition if that is closer to where you are staying.
Union Market
If you're staying in Church Hill, definitely check this place out for breakfast, lunch or snacks.