5 Days in Richmond: What to Do and See in Richmond

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Richmond 5-Days Itinerary: Cheap Flights to Richmond

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Day 1 | Morning

White House of the Confederacy

Opening Hours: Open from 10:00am-5:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: 1201 E Clay St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA

Confederate Presidential Residence "The White House" (Richmond) White House of the Confederacy The Confederate Presidential Residence is a limestone neoclassical building built in 1818 and designed by Robert Mills. The two-storey building was sold in 1844 by the original owners, the Brockenbrough family, and has changed hands several times. Before the war, Lewis Dabney Crenshaw bought it, added a floor, and sold it to the City of Richmond, who in return leased the former government building to him as office space.

Day 1 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting White House of the Confederacy, don’t forget pay a visit to Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Opening Hours: Open on Thu-Fri,10:00am-9:00pm;Open on Mon-Wed,Sat-Sun,10:00am-5:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: 200 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA 23220, USA

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts There are various collections of decorative artwork, furniture, paintings, sculptures, and beautiful gardens outside.

Day 1 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Quirk Hotel Richmond is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Quirk Hotel Richmond

Featuring an on-site gallery that displays rotating exhibits from local artists, Quirk Hotel offers accommodation in Richmond. Guests can enjoy a cocktail at the rooftop bar or enjoy a meal at the Maple & Pine restaurant, located on site.Each room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bath robes, free toiletries and a hair dryer.A 24-hour front desk welcomes guests to the hotel, which features an on-site fitness centre. A garden and terrace provide places where guests can relax outdoors.Greater Richmond Convention Centre is 500 metres from Quirk Hotel, while Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts is 800 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Richmond International Airport, 12 km from the property.

Day 2 | Morning

James River

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-3.0 Hours

Location: 22nd Street and Riverside Drive, Richmond, VA 23223

It is a large river in Virginia. The clear river flows slowly. Standing on the bridge and looking at the surrounding scenery, it seems to be integrated with nature.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: The tubing that they Have is absolutely amazing, definitely a great outing for a group of friends or a family event.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Carytown nearby is the top choice before you leave James River and hit the road.

Carytown

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Thu,Sun,8:00am-5:00pm;Open on Fri-Sat,8:00am-7:00pm

Location: Carytown, Richmond, VA 23221, USA

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: Great Experience, it has everything you are looking for when going out for a night on the town, great restaurants, bars, shops, ice cream and occasionally live bands.. def a must when in the area.

Day 2 | Evening

Don’t forget to book The Commonwealth in advance, because all the tourists head to Carytown love staying at it.

The Commonwealth

Located across from the Virginia State Capitol, this Richmond hotel features art, photography, furniture, accents and décor that create a Richmond experience. The Commonwealth offers accommodations with flat-screen cable TVs, sofa beds and complimentary WiFi. Suites include microwaves and refrigerators with freezers. They are also furnished with Keurig® coffeemakers, laptop size safes, Bluetooth radio alarm clocks and desks. While staying at The Commonwealth, guests can enjoy the fitness centre located on the Lobby Level of the hotel. Due to staffing challenges, our restaurant hours currently vary, with it open select days for breakfast and dinner. Additional hotel facilities include a business centre and meeting rooms. The Commonwealth is a pet friendly hotel. A non-refundable pet fee of $100.00+tax per stay applies. The Museum of the Confederacy and John Marshall House Museum are within walking distance from The Commonwealth. The hotel is 9 miles from Richmond International Airport.

Day 3 | Morning

Hollywood Cemetery

Opening Hours: Open from 8:00am-6:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: 412 S Cherry St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA

Hollywood Cemetery, with its huge obelisks and beautifully carved tombstones, is a peaceful and beautiful place to learn about history and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the James River.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: The Poe Museum.

The Poe Museum

Opening Hours: Open on Tue-Sat,10:00am-5:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 1914 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23223, USA

Edgar Allan Poe Museum Collects Edgar Allan Poe manuscripts, original prints, personal items, etc., and has a beautiful garden outside.

Day 3 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at The Poe Museum? The Berkeley Hotel is one of your top choices.

The Berkeley Hotel

Located in Richmond, Virginia city centre, this hotel features free Wi-Fi access. The Virginia State Capitol is 5 minutes’ walk. The guest rooms at The Berkeley Hotel all feature a flat-screen TV, seating area with a sofa, and coffee making facilities. They are decorated with traditional cherry wood furnishings and soft colours. A business centre with copy and fax services, valet parking, and laundry facilities are offered at The Hotel Berkeley. Guests have access to Jamestown Center fitness club. Interstate 95 is just 1 mile away. The Museum of Edgar Allen Poe is 12 minutes’ walk from the hotel.

Day 4 | Morning

Virginia State Capitol

Opening Hours: Open on Sun,1:00pm-5:00pm;Open on Mon-Sat,8:00am-5:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 25-40 Minutes

Location: 1000 Bank St, Richmond, VA 23218, USA

Virginia State Capitol Building (VirginiaCapitolBuilding), in Richmond, the capital of Virginia. The seat of Virginia's state government and state legislature. The Virginia State Capitol, a Palladian-style building designed by Thomas, Jefferson, etc., was built as the main building, and the wings on both sides were added later. The Palladian style is an architectural style inherited from ancient Greece and Rome during the Italian Renaissance. On the ground in front of the Capitol Building is the state coat of arms of Virginia. The Virginia State Capitol is built on a hill, surrounded by gardens with statues of Virginia celebrities such as Washington, Robert, and General Lee.

Day 4 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Virginia State Capitol, St. John's Episcopal Church next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

St. John's Episcopal Church

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 2401 E Broad St at 24th St, Richmond, VA 23223

St. John's Episcopal Church is a church with a long history and very beautiful, with pulpit, resonant boards, etc.

Day 4 | Evening

After visiting the glorious St. John's Episcopal Church, Omni Richmond Hotel nearby is the best place to stay.

Omni Richmond Hotel

Set in the financial and historic district of Richmond, Virginia, overlooking the James River, this hotel offers free shuttle service to destinations within a 5-mile radius.Omni Richmond Hotel features a heated, indoor pool and year-round, outdoor sundeck. Guests can also work in the 24-hour business center or take advantage of free access to the nearby James Center YMCA.Trevi's Restaurant at the Richmond Omni serves Italian cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a signature coffee drink, guests can visit the hotel's full-service Starbucks.

Day 5 | Morning

Belle Isle

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Belle Isle, Richmond, VA, USA

Belle Isle is close to the James River, once an island, now a park. There are many old buildings and rocky trails for cycling or walking.

Day 5 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Belle Isle, you can head to Virginia War Memorial, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Virginia War Memorial

Opening Hours: Open on Sun,12:00am-4:00pm;Open on Mon-Sat,9:00am-4:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Parking, Parking lot, 621 S Belvidere St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA

Virginia War Memorial Close to the James River, it is a memorial hall dedicated to remembering the victims of the Virginia War. The temple of memory also has their names engraved on it, and there is a large monument next to it. The glass walls and white stone walls outside the museum are also spectacular.

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