When you live in a condo in downtown Richmond, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy in your spare time. After a long day at work, you can relax in any of the nearby city parks, listen to live music at your favorite club, or catch a lively sporting event. Richmond is rich with historical and cultural flavors, and whether you live in the state capital or are visiting, you’re sure to never be bored.
What are the best things to see and do in Richmond? It’s hard to come up with a definitive list, but here are, in no particular order, what we think are the top 10 attractions and suggestions for a fun day or night in Richmond, Virginia.
Stop and smell the roses! And daisies, and petunias, and… well, you get the idea. The Lewis Ginter Botanic Gardens is a popular destination for local flora lovers. Tour the manicured Victorian gardens and see Virginia in bloom. Summer brings live music to the garden, so pack a blanket, kick back, and enjoy the music.
On the hunt for ghosts! Haunts of Richmond is the only walking ghost tour in the city. When the sun goes down, take a guided walk through the Shockoe area and learn about Richmond’s darker side. Who knows who you will meet, alive or not, on the way.
Indulge your sweet tooth! Ask any local where to find a delicious, creamy milkshake and chances are they’ll point you to the legendary Dairy Bar. This Richmond institution has been serving up sweet treats for over fifty years, along with sandwiches and other great lunches.
Cheer on the spiders! These spiders don’t spin webs, they are the powerful athletes of the University of Richmond. Whether your sport is men’s or women’s baseball, football, soccer, or basketball, spiders are always ready to play. Get tickets to a game or home game and enjoy.
Savor the taste of fresh fruit! Richmond’s Carytown district hosts an annual Watermelon Festival in early August. Stroll along the ‘Style Mile’, as Carytown is known for its chic boutiques and cafes, and sample delicious fruity delights made from locally grown watermelon. Just watch where you spit out the seeds.