11 mins
Tredegar St
There are few other cities – none, in fact – where you can kayak and raft on class III and IV rapids in an urban setting. Richmond is the only place in the country where you can run the rapids, then pull out and walk to a downtown brewery, bar or restaurant. Or, check out Belle Isle, the city’s downtown island hangout with rocks perfect for picnicking, and refreshing waters for wading and swimming. The James River Park system has single track trails, and awesome sites like the 1883 Victorian Gothic Pump House and downtown’s Manchester Climbing Wall. The North Bank and Buttermilk (a Best Urban Trail) are perfect for hiking, running and mountain biking.
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Maymont is a 100-acre historic estate and public park. It was created by James and Sallie Dooley, a wealthy couple who lived there from 1893 to 1925. Maymont is home to a variety of gardens, including a Japanese garden, a rose garden, and an arboretum. It also has a carriage collection, a nature center, and a children's farm. Maymont is open to the public and offers a variety of educational and recreational programs. The Maymont Mansion is the centerpiece of the estate. It is a large, Victorian-style house that was built in 1893. The mansion is furnished with period antiques and contains a collection of art and artifacts. Visitors can tour the mansion and learn about the Dooley family's history.
2201 Shields Lake Dr
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Hollywood Cemetery is a large, sprawling cemetery located on the banks of the James River. It is the resting place of two United States Presidents, James Monroe and John Tyler, as well as the only Confederate States President, Jefferson Davis. It is also the resting place of 28 Confederate generals, more than any other cemetery in the country. The cemetery was founded in 1847 and covers 135 acres. It is a beautiful and peaceful place, with rolling hills, winding paths, and stately trees.
412 S Cherry St