RVA living
Wether you are here for a visit or here permanently, Richmond has something for everyone to do!
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Outdoor Activities
The BEST playground in the Richmond area. It's an ALL ability park and has something for everyone. Also great place to have a Birthday party with multiple covered pavilions.
Escape the hustle of the city with a beautiful hike along the James River!
Hidden gem in the heart of Richmond. One of my favorite parks and it also has a nice playground!
Best Farmer's Market around!!
Love this beautiful place
Best views in Richmond
A local and tourist favorite! Maymont is a perfect escape from the busy city of Richmond. Kids love the petting zoo and the waterfall!
Experience class 3 rapids rafting down the James River with the view of the Richmond skyline
Learn all about the history of Richmond while cruising down the canal on a breezy summer evening
Top Golf is always a hit!
Home of the Intimidator and best waterpark around
Great family pool/water park to visit for the day
The kids are sure to love a zoo trip!
Restaurants
A local favorite and for a good reason!
Amazing pizza-my go to for takeout!
Best place for a fancy date night or celebration
A MUST TRY IN RVA! The best Nachos you'll ever eat!
Huge local favorite with amazing coffee, yummy food, and ice cold beers
RVA is full of breweries but Veil is definitly a top pick for me and many others!
Another great brewery
Fancy seafood dinner with the best view you could ask for!
A little more affordable seafood with the same great views as The Boathouse next door!
10/10 best authentic Mexican food I've ever eaten!
Good Mexican and drinks in the heart of the city
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Great place to visit on a rainy day
So much fun and an awesome IMAX theatre
Perfect place to take the littles! Also shares a parking lot with the Science Musem
Best outdoor mall in RVA with a lot to offer
Need to release some anger? Rage Room RVA has you covered
End a day of shopping at Short Pump by stopping into to see a comedy show and get a drink
Catch a baseball game and fireworks at the Diamond-a lot to do for kids and guaranteed fun for the whole family
Local Favorites