Things to do in Richmond
The places in Richmond that people know best, ranked by readers who live there or have visited. Vote for the ones you would send a friend to, and add the places a top-ten list always misses.
Plan around the weather
The best months to be outside are April to May and October. Month-by-month weather.
Top picks in Richmond
Started in order of how widely each place is written about, then ranked by your votes. Links go to each place's official website. Tick "I've been" to track your count in your city passport.
Rainy or scorching day? Head indoors: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Virginia Holocaust Museum, American Civil War Museum and Edgar Allan Poe Museum.
Parks and sights near Richmond
The best-known parks, museums, zoos and landmarks within about 35 miles. Tap Been or Want to add them to your city passport.
- Virginia Commonwealth University 2 miles
- Virginia State University 20 miles
- University of Richmond 5 miles
- Randolph-Macon College 16 miles
- Virginia Union University 3 miles
Places from Wikidata (CC0), linked to each one's official site or Wikipedia article. Check hours and fees before you go.
Readers' picks
No reader picks yet. Add one in the box at the top of the page. Free things, little-known spots and seasonal events are especially welcome.
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Local favorites
Where people who live in Richmond actually eat, drink, shop and spend Saturdays. Nominated by residents. Businesses cannot pay to appear or move up.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Richmond?
Well-known places with their own websites include Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Virginia Holocaust Museum, American Civil War Museum, Edgar Allan Poe Museum and Bryan Park. Readers vote the list up and down and add their own picks.
What can you do in Richmond on a rainy or very hot day?
Indoor picks include Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Virginia Holocaust Museum, American Civil War Museum and Edgar Allan Poe Museum.
When is the best time to visit Richmond?
For comfortable weather, go in April to May and October, when highs stay between 62°F and 86°F with modest rain (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
More about Richmond: city profile, weather by month, ask a local.
Starting list from Wikidata (CC0): well-known places in or next to Richmond that list an official website, ordered by how many Wikipedia language editions cover them, checked by hand to remove closed places and non-attractions. Opening hours and prices change, so check each official site before you go. Reader picks and favorites are read by a person before they appear.