The VMFA is a beautiful collection of art located right in the Museum District. Admission is free and the museum is open daily from 10am-5pm and until 9pm Wednesday-Friday. Go check out some of their awing collections, including Fabergé eggs, pieces of Monet, decade-spanning artwork, and even a real mummy!

Want a snapshot overview of Virginia's capital city? Consider taking a trolley tour with RVA on Wheels. The tour provides a rich narrative of 400 years of history in one of the most fascinating and oldest cities in America. See the sights and learn about Richmond’s landmarks, riverfront, architecture and history. Tours take place every Saturday and Sunday at 11am and last two hours. Reservations are recommended and tickets can be purchased for $38 online or in person.

Little known fact - Richmond is the hometown of Edgar Allan Poe! The Poe Museum features the world’s largest collection of Poe memorabilia, ephemera, and artifacts – and it holds more of Edgar Allan Poe’s possessions than any other institution. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online or in person.

Maymont is a 100-acre green space in the heart of Richmond, Virginia. You can enter the Gilded Age mansion or the immersive nature center for a small fee. For no charge, you can walk the grounds and explore the beautiful curated gardens, the interactive farm, and rescued animal habitats.

Belle Isle is an island in the middle of the James River in downtown Richmond, Belle Isle was acquired by William Byrd I in 1676 and it remained in the Byrd family for a century. The Park’s most popular site, it offers wooded paths, mountain biking trails, a bicycle skills area, historical sites, wheelchair-accessible fishing at the quarry pond, good sunbathing and a granite wall for rock climbing. Walk the 1.3-mile loop trail to explore the hidden gem. A walking suspension bridge spanning the James provides access from Historic Tredegar.

Welcome to Carytown! Nestled in the heart of Richmond, Carytown is a unique shopping, dining, and entertainment district. With a focus on small, locally-owned businesses, Carytown is home to the historic Byrd Theater as well as several unique dining and boutique shopping destinations. Carytown is arguably the most walkable neighborhood in Richmond and offers many locally-owned restaurants and shops.

Short Pump Town Center is a two-level, open-air life-style mall composed of upscale stores, fine dining and entertainment options. The perfect place to find your favorite brands (Lululemon, Anthropologie, Free People) and get delicious food.