Things To Do

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Enjoy viewing artwork and walking through the gardens. There is also a café and a restaurant to enjoy a meal. Bonus - this is where we got engaged!

Belle Isle

Enjoy spectacular views of the city from the pedestrian bridge and walking on trails by the water. You can also enjoy a swim from the rocks. Pro tip - park on Tredger street for easiest access.

Maymont

Enjoy beautiful gardens and a tour of the historic Maymont mansion. There is also a petting zoo and a variety of other more exotic animals such as foxes and eagles in the animal sanctuary.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

The most beautiful gardens in Richmond.

Carytown

Home to some of the best boutiques in the area! Sugar and Twine coffee shop and Jenni's ice-cream are also located here and are some of our favorite places to get a sweet treat.

The Fan District

Home to some of the best restaurants! You can also enjoy a walk in the most historic part of Richmond.

Scott's Addition Historic District

All of our favorite breweries and spots for live music are located here.

Pipeline Overlook

A very cool walk over the river! If the water level is low, there is a sandy beach area to sit on.

Brown's Island

A nice area to walk by the water and often the site of fun festivals!

Science Museum of Virginia

American Civil War Museum- Historic Tredegar

Fun fact - Building this museum was Preston's first project as an engineer!