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Things to see in Richmond, Virginia (United States): 38 places and when to go
Richmond, Virginia is a city in United States with around 912,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 38 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (23), Museums and art (5), History (4). The best known are Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Virginia Holocaust Museum and Monument Avenue. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 25. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 37.552, -77.4519
- Population
- About 912,000
- Places
- 38 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (23) · Museums and art (5) · History (4) · Temples (3) · With kids (2) · Nature (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 450 km as the crow flies
What to see in Richmond, Virginia
The places in and around Richmond, Virginia, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Virginia Museum of Fine ArtsArt museum in Richmond, Virginia2.1 km
- Virginia Holocaust MuseumMuseums and art3.3 km
- Monument AvenueThoroughfare in Richmond, United States1.6 km
- Jefferson HotelHistoric hotel in Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A1.0 km
- Cathedral of the Sacred HeartChurch in Richmond, Virginia, United States501 m
- Edgar Allan Poe MuseumMuseum in Richmond, Virginia3.2 km
- Powhite ParkPark in the United States of America7.2 km
- Richmond Virginia TempleTemple of LDS church15 km
- Virginia Randolph CottageGlen Allen, Virginia, listed on the NRHP in Henrico County12 km
- Brook Road Marker, Jefferson Davis HighwaySite in Henrico County, Virginia6.9 km
- Hardywood Park Craft BreweryAmerican brewery1.5 km
- Meadow FarmBuilding in Virginia, United States15 km
- Oakwood–Chimborazo Historic DistrictHistory5.0 km
- Polegreen ChurchSite of what may be the first non-Anglican church in Virginia15 km
- 7 Hills Brewing CompanyBrewery2.8 km
- Ardent Craft AlesBrewery2.6 km
- Black Heath MeaderyWinery2.3 km
- Blue Bee CiderWinery2.4 km
- Final Gravity Brewing CompanyBrewery7.2 km
- Funktastic MeadsWinery15 km
- GramophoneWinery4.7 km
- Hardywood Park Craft Brewery - West CreekBrewery19 km
- Haxall Brewing Co.Brewery3.3 km
- Kindred Spirit BrewingBrewery1.5 km
And the other 14, by what you come to do:
- Food and drink: Main Line Brewery, Ninja Kombucha, Reservoir Distillery, Richbrau Brewing, Strangeways Brewing, The Veil Brewing Co., The Veil - Forest Hill, Three Notch’d RVA Collab House, Triple Crossing Beer - Downtown, Väsen Brewing Company, Virago Spirits, Way Gone Brewery
- With kids: RED VEIN Haunt, Surge Adventure Park
When to go to Richmond, Virginia
The best time to visit Richmond, Virginia is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:41
- FebPossible10:36
- MarBest time11:43
- AprBest time12:59
- MayBest time14:01
- JunBest time14:35
- JulBest time14:21
- AugBest time13:27
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time11:00
- NovPossible9:56
- DecPossible9:25
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 25. In April, 38 of the 38 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Richmond, Virginia
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 450 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Durham9 places20 km
- Powhatan6 places44 km
- Wilmington18 places66 km
- King George8 places83 km
- Fredericksburg, Virginia7 places84 km
- Hayes5 places86 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Richmond, Virginia?
The best known: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Virginia Holocaust Museum, Monument Avenue, Jefferson Hotel, Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. In all, 38 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Richmond, Virginia?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 25.
How do you get to Richmond, Virginia?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 450 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Richmond, Virginia as the destination and these 38 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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