Northside RVA
Food scene
Fuzzy Cactus is conveniently located on Brookland Park Boulevard where you can visit a close by Art Studio and an amazing Ice Cream shop.
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Fuzzy Cactus
221 W Brookland Park BlvdFuzzy Cactus is conveniently located on Brookland Park Boulevard where you can visit a close by Art Studio and an amazing Ice Cream shop.
The best coffee shop in town right on Brookland Park Blvd. offers a wide array of cafe staples along with BBQ & Tex-Mex.
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The Smoky Mug
15 E Brookland Park BlvdThe best coffee shop in town right on Brookland Park Blvd. offers a wide array of cafe staples along with BBQ & Tex-Mex.
A Northside neighborhood hit! This is the perfect spot for a quick and refreshing dessert. Offers handcrafted and scratch-made ice cream, including dairy-free options.
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Ruby Scoops Ice Cream & Sweets
120 W Brookland Park BlvdA Northside neighborhood hit! This is the perfect spot for a quick and refreshing dessert. Offers handcrafted and scratch-made ice cream, including dairy-free options.
Relaxed cafe & coffeehouse offering light American bites, baked goods, espresso & outdoor tables.
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Stir Crazy Cafe RVA
4015 MacArthur AveRelaxed cafe & coffeehouse offering light American bites, baked goods, espresso & outdoor tables.
Retro eatery serving gourmet burgers, craft beers, boozy shakes & more in a casual, glass-walled space.
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Boulevard Burger and Brew
1300 N Arthur Ashe BlvdRetro eatery serving gourmet burgers, craft beers, boozy shakes & more in a casual, glass-walled space.
Innovative American eats & weekend brunch in a rustic space with quirky & ornate fixtures.
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Supper
1215 Summit AveInnovative American eats & weekend brunch in a rustic space with quirky & ornate fixtures.
Creative Jewish deli bites & dinners are served in a funky, retro eatery decorated with old photos.
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Perly's
111 E Grace StCreative Jewish deli bites & dinners are served in a funky, retro eatery decorated with old photos.
Hip hangout with a tropical vibe & an outdoor beer garden preparing Thai bites & creative cocktails.
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Sabai
2727 W Broad StHip hangout with a tropical vibe & an outdoor beer garden preparing Thai bites & creative cocktails.
Homestyle Cuban dishes are the draw at this neighborhood eatery with an upbeat atmosphere.
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Kuba Kuba
1601 Park AveHomestyle Cuban dishes are the draw at this neighborhood eatery with an upbeat atmosphere.
Cool eatery with creative & sustainable farm-to-table takes on classic Chinese dishes & drinks.
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Fat Dragon Chinese Kitchen and Bar
1200 N Arthur Ashe BlvdCool eatery with creative & sustainable farm-to-table takes on classic Chinese dishes & drinks.
Vibrant dessert specialist featuring a rotating menu of elaborate cakes & pies made from scratch.
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Shyndigz
1912 W Cary StVibrant dessert specialist featuring a rotating menu of elaborate cakes & pies made from scratch.
Great homemade ice cream! Variety of innovative & clever flavors. Found on Strawberry Street in the Museum District.
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Scoop
403 Strawberry StGreat homemade ice cream! Variety of innovative & clever flavors. Found on Strawberry Street in the Museum District.
Donut shop offering maple bacon & other imaginative flavors, plus coffee, in a snug, wood-lined digs.
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Sugar Shack Donuts & Coffee
1001 N Lombardy StDonut shop offering maple bacon & other imaginative flavors, plus coffee, in a snug, wood-lined digs.
Farm-fresh eats & local craft beers are the draw at this New American spot with weekly blues music.
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The Savory Grain
2043 W Broad StFarm-fresh eats & local craft beers are the draw at this New American spot with weekly blues music.
Easygoing New American restaurant featuring a blend of southern standards plus cocktails & wine.
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The Stables
201 N Belmont AveEasygoing New American restaurant featuring a blend of southern standards plus cocktails & wine.
Modern Greek fare, including small plates, in a blond-wood minimalist space with a communal table.
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Stella's
1012 Lafayette StModern Greek fare, including small plates, in a blond-wood minimalist space with a communal table.
Organic, French-inspired & vegan-friendly Vietnamese fare in compact digs with blond wood & a patio.
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Sen - Organic Small Plate
2901 W Cary StOrganic, French-inspired & vegan-friendly Vietnamese fare in compact digs with blond wood & a patio.
Comfy eatery in downtown RVA offering an elevated take on Southeast Asian cuisine, plus beer & cocktails.
Native Plate
1203 East Main StreetComfy eatery in downtown RVA offering an elevated take on Southeast Asian cuisine, plus beer & cocktails.
Cool, compact eatery featuring gyros, souvlaki & other traditional Greek eats, plus beer & wine.
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Greek On Cary
3107 W Cary StCool, compact eatery featuring gyros, souvlaki & other traditional Greek eats, plus beer & wine.
Nostalgic eatery boasts an old-fashioned sandwich menu, craft beers on tap & funky diner decor.
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Garnett's
2001 Park AveNostalgic eatery boasts an old-fashioned sandwich menu, craft beers on tap & funky diner decor.
Artsy cafe serving a range of vegetarian & vegan eats, from vegan French toast to lentil burgers.
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Harrison Street Cafe
402 N Harrison StArtsy cafe serving a range of vegetarian & vegan eats, from vegan French toast to lentil burgers.
Vegetarian & vegan eats come in quaint digs with white brick walls, live music & a patio.
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Ipanema Cafe
917 W Grace StVegetarian & vegan eats come in quaint digs with white brick walls, live music & a patio.
Seasonal New American cuisine & standout craft cocktails in a contemporary, brick-walled space.
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Heritage Restaurant
1627 W Main StSeasonal New American cuisine & standout craft cocktails in a contemporary, brick-walled space.
Neighborhoods
What was once considered suburbia in the late 19th and early 20th centuries now translates into charming, tree-lined streets and stately architecture. Just minutes from Downtown, Northside Richmond has multiple pocket parks as well as larger preserved areas like Battery Park.
North Side
What was once considered suburbia in the late 19th and early 20th centuries now translates into charming, tree-lined streets and stately architecture. Just minutes from Downtown, Northside Richmond has multiple pocket parks as well as larger preserved areas like Battery Park.
The Fan District is one of the most interesting areas in Richmond because of its unique architecture, restaurants, and local shops. Named for the fan-like layout of its streets, it runs westward from Belvedere Street, near Monroe Park, ending on the eastern side of the Boulevard. Predominantly a residential area, the Fan is a fun place to wander and admire the many styles of architecture from the mid-late 19th century, including Italianate, Queen Anne, Richardsonian Romanesque, and Colonial Revival. Homeowners in The Fan have entertainment at their fingertips with walkable parks, restaurants, shops, and museums
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Fan District
The Fan District is one of the most interesting areas in Richmond because of its unique architecture, restaurants, and local shops. Named for the fan-like layout of its streets, it runs westward from Belvedere Street, near Monroe Park, ending on the eastern side of the Boulevard. Predominantly a residential area, the Fan is a fun place to wander and admire the many styles of architecture from the mid-late 19th century, including Italianate, Queen Anne, Richardsonian Romanesque, and Colonial Revival. Homeowners in The Fan have entertainment at their fingertips with walkable parks, restaurants, shops, and museums
Industrial area turned into the home of major breweries. There are over 15 breweries, cideries, & distilleries. Go Brewery Hopping , Try some cider, ad grab a bite at Tazza Kitchen, PInky's or Stella's Grocery. Or go to some great spots with games like The Circuit, Tang & Biscuit, Slingshot Social Game Club, or Bingo.
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Scott's Addition Historic District
Industrial area turned into the home of major breweries. There are over 15 breweries, cideries, & distilleries. Go Brewery Hopping , Try some cider, ad grab a bite at Tazza Kitchen, PInky's or Stella's Grocery. Or go to some great spots with games like The Circuit, Tang & Biscuit, Slingshot Social Game Club, or Bingo.
Home to St John's Church where Patrick Henry gave the famous "Give me Liberty or Give Me Death" speech, Church Hill is a historic site where you can find a local neighborhood environment. Full of great cafe's such and restaurants such as The Roosevelt, Alewife, and Grisette. You can also have a picnic at Chimborazo Park and take in the amazing view of the city.
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Church Hill
Home to St John's Church where Patrick Henry gave the famous "Give me Liberty or Give Me Death" speech, Church Hill is a historic site where you can find a local neighborhood environment. Full of great cafe's such and restaurants such as The Roosevelt, Alewife, and Grisette. You can also have a picnic at Chimborazo Park and take in the amazing view of the city.
Visit the original shopping district in Richmond full of vibrant colors with many bars and restaurant to try. If you want to support small businesses this is spot to explore and can keep you entertained all day! This neighborhood was made for shopping, stop by Mongrels, Clementine, or Plan 9 and you won't be disappointed. There are endless places to dine but make sure to stop by Sugar & Twine, The Mantu, or Mom's Siam. Lastly a trip to the Byrd Theater is a must, with it's 1920's vibes and architectural treasures.
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Carytown
Visit the original shopping district in Richmond full of vibrant colors with many bars and restaurant to try. If you want to support small businesses this is spot to explore and can keep you entertained all day! This neighborhood was made for shopping, stop by Mongrels, Clementine, or Plan 9 and you won't be disappointed. There are endless places to dine but make sure to stop by Sugar & Twine, The Mantu, or Mom's Siam. Lastly a trip to the Byrd Theater is a must, with it's 1920's vibes and architectural treasures.
Known for it's rich African American culture. This neighborhood is known for drawing family musicians and is home to famous dancer Bill "Bojangales" Robinson. Visit some great Galleries such as Gallery 5, Art180, Black iris & Quirk Gallery. Don't forget to visit the Black History Museum & Cultural Center and do some local shopping at Little Nomad (kids), The Someday Shop, and Circle Thrift & Art Space. You can also stop by for a show at Virginia Repertory Theater.
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Jackson Ward
Known for it's rich African American culture. This neighborhood is known for drawing family musicians and is home to famous dancer Bill "Bojangales" Robinson. Visit some great Galleries such as Gallery 5, Art180, Black iris & Quirk Gallery. Don't forget to visit the Black History Museum & Cultural Center and do some local shopping at Little Nomad (kids), The Someday Shop, and Circle Thrift & Art Space. You can also stop by for a show at Virginia Repertory Theater.
Just across the James, Forest Hill is a hotspot for visitors who love food and the outdoors. Every Sunday of the year, the South of the James Farmer’s Market is held at Forest Hill Park, one of the largest public parks in the city. (Come hungry, and with reusable shopping bags.) Check out the Little Nickel, with Filipino, Hawaiian and Mediterranean fusion fare. And if you’re a kayaker or a hiker, head to the Huguenot Flatwater or the Buttermilk Trail. This whole neighborhood is bordered by an explorable section of the James River.
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Forest Hill
Just across the James, Forest Hill is a hotspot for visitors who love food and the outdoors. Every Sunday of the year, the South of the James Farmer’s Market is held at Forest Hill Park, one of the largest public parks in the city. (Come hungry, and with reusable shopping bags.) Check out the Little Nickel, with Filipino, Hawaiian and Mediterranean fusion fare. And if you’re a kayaker or a hiker, head to the Huguenot Flatwater or the Buttermilk Trail. This whole neighborhood is bordered by an explorable section of the James River.
Also known as Upper Fan, the compact Museum District is home to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, with works by Picasso and Fabergé. Nearby, the Virginia Museum of History & Culture houses exhibits on state heritage in an elegant neoclassical building. Brick row homes and detached townhouses in hues of spearmint, navy, and yellow line the streets, and old-growth trees and bold street murals add further color.
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Museum District
2811 Grove AveAlso known as Upper Fan, the compact Museum District is home to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, with works by Picasso and Fabergé. Nearby, the Virginia Museum of History & Culture houses exhibits on state heritage in an elegant neoclassical building. Brick row homes and detached townhouses in hues of spearmint, navy, and yellow line the streets, and old-growth trees and bold street murals add further color.
A downtown riverside area, Shockoe Bottom has cobblestone streets dotted with upscale fashion stores. At the Virginia Holocaust Museum, visitors can see a full recreation of the Nuremberg courtroom. The Edgar Allan Poe Museum richly documents the famous resident’s life. Hip crowds fill cafes, seafood restaurants, and brunch spots, while 17th Street Market hosts festivals, live music, and a weekly farmers’ market.
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Shockoe Bottom
A downtown riverside area, Shockoe Bottom has cobblestone streets dotted with upscale fashion stores. At the Virginia Holocaust Museum, visitors can see a full recreation of the Nuremberg courtroom. The Edgar Allan Poe Museum richly documents the famous resident’s life. Hip crowds fill cafes, seafood restaurants, and brunch spots, while 17th Street Market hosts festivals, live music, and a weekly farmers’ market.
Pony Pasture Rapids is located on the south bank two miles downstream from the Huguenot Bridge on Riverside Drive. Fishing is excellent at this point and this area is considered to be one of Richmond’s best locations for birdwatching and inner tubing. An easy whitewater canoe run begins here and ends at the visitor center.
Pony Pasture Trails
Pony Pasture TrailsPony Pasture Rapids is located on the south bank two miles downstream from the Huguenot Bridge on Riverside Drive. Fishing is excellent at this point and this area is considered to be one of Richmond’s best locations for birdwatching and inner tubing. An easy whitewater canoe run begins here and ends at the visitor center.
Parks
100-acre Victorian estate and public park. Contains an arboretum, formal gardens, a carriage collection, native wildlife exhibits, a nature center
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Maymont
1700 Hampton St100-acre Victorian estate and public park. Contains an arboretum, formal gardens, a carriage collection, native wildlife exhibits, a nature center
The park consists of the historic Stone House, once the park manager's home that can now be rented for small meetings or events, a lake, which has been restored in recent years, tennis courts, picnic shelters, a children's playground, and many paths and trails are popular for walking and jogging. A partial wetland, much wildlife can be viewed in the park, and there are also sloping hills for passive recreation. It is well known as a popular sledding site anytime it snows in Richmond, and during the summer months Sunday concerts are hosted in the park.
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Forest Hill Park
4021 Forest Hill AveThe park consists of the historic Stone House, once the park manager's home that can now be rented for small meetings or events, a lake, which has been restored in recent years, tennis courts, picnic shelters, a children's playground, and many paths and trails are popular for walking and jogging. A partial wetland, much wildlife can be viewed in the park, and there are also sloping hills for passive recreation. It is well known as a popular sledding site anytime it snows in Richmond, and during the summer months Sunday concerts are hosted in the park.
Bryan Park, located on the city's Northside, is another of Richmond's historic parks. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the park was the site of a planned slavery insurrection known as Gabriel's Rebellion. The park also offers a disc golf course and is home to many festivals and events.
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Bryan Park
4308 Hermitage RdBryan Park, located on the city's Northside, is another of Richmond's historic parks. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the park was the site of a planned slavery insurrection known as Gabriel's Rebellion. The park also offers a disc golf course and is home to many festivals and events.
With a hilltop vista overlooking the James River that historically resembled that of Richmond-upon-Thames, England, the view from this high point is said to have given Richmond its name. The seven-acre park was one of the first five parks designed by city engineer Wilfred Cutshaw during the 1850s to offer “breathing places” for citizens to take in healthful air. It is situated in the Church Hill neighborhood.
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Libby Hill Park
2801 E Franklin StWith a hilltop vista overlooking the James River that historically resembled that of Richmond-upon-Thames, England, the view from this high point is said to have given Richmond its name. The seven-acre park was one of the first five parks designed by city engineer Wilfred Cutshaw during the 1850s to offer “breathing places” for citizens to take in healthful air. It is situated in the Church Hill neighborhood.
Attractions
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a 50 acres, botanical garden in Henrico County, just outside of Richmond, Virginia. It features over a dozen themed gardens, a conservatory, a library, and café.
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
1800 Lakeside AveLewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a 50 acres, botanical garden in Henrico County, just outside of Richmond, Virginia. It features over a dozen themed gardens, a conservatory, a library, and café.
With the James River running through downtown Richmond, this island serves as a wonderful spot to observe a stretch of urban waterway. The park, a stone's throw from downtown, is connected to the popular Canal Walk and the T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge.
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Browns Island
South 7th StreetWith the James River running through downtown Richmond, this island serves as a wonderful spot to observe a stretch of urban waterway. The park, a stone's throw from downtown, is connected to the popular Canal Walk and the T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge.
One of the largest comprehensive art museums in the United States. VMFA, which opened in 1936, is a state agency and privately endowed educational institution. Its purpose is to collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret art, and to encourage the study of the arts. Through the Office of Statewide Partnerships program, the museum offers curated exhibitions, arts-related audiovisual programs, symposia, lectures, conferences, and workshops by visual and performing artists. In addition to presenting a wide array of special exhibitions, the museum provides visitors with the opportunity to experience a global collection of art that spans more than 6,000 years.
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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
200 N Arthur Ashe BlvdOne of the largest comprehensive art museums in the United States. VMFA, which opened in 1936, is a state agency and privately endowed educational institution. Its purpose is to collect, preserve, exhibit, and interpret art, and to encourage the study of the arts. Through the Office of Statewide Partnerships program, the museum offers curated exhibitions, arts-related audiovisual programs, symposia, lectures, conferences, and workshops by visual and performing artists. In addition to presenting a wide array of special exhibitions, the museum provides visitors with the opportunity to experience a global collection of art that spans more than 6,000 years.
Dedicated to American writer Edgar Allan Poe. Though Poe never lived in the building, it serves to commemorate his time living in Richmond.
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Edgar Allan Poe Museum
1914 E Main StDedicated to American writer Edgar Allan Poe. Though Poe never lived in the building, it serves to commemorate his time living in Richmond.
Celebrates the rich culture and moving histories of African American people in Virginia and their contributions to our magnificent country.
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Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia
122 W Leigh StCelebrates the rich culture and moving histories of African American people in Virginia and their contributions to our magnificent country.
Discover, explore, and learn about more than 16,000 years of history at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
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Virginia Museum of History & Culture
428 N Arthur Ashe BlvdDiscover, explore, and learn about more than 16,000 years of history at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
The Virginia Capital Trail is a dedicated, paved bicycle and pedestrian trail crossing four counties and 51.7 miles between Jamestown and Richmond, Virginia — that is, between the Colony of Virginia's first capital and Virginia's current capital, with an alternate end at Williamsburg, the last colonial capital.
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Virginia Capital Trail
2803 Dock StThe Virginia Capital Trail is a dedicated, paved bicycle and pedestrian trail crossing four counties and 51.7 miles between Jamestown and Richmond, Virginia — that is, between the Colony of Virginia's first capital and Virginia's current capital, with an alternate end at Williamsburg, the last colonial capital.
The Virginia Holocaust Museum is a public history museum located in Richmond, Virginia, United States. The museum is dedicated to depicting the Holocaust through the personal stories of its victims.
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Virginia Holocaust Museum
2000 E Cary StThe Virginia Holocaust Museum is a public history museum located in Richmond, Virginia, United States. The museum is dedicated to depicting the Holocaust through the personal stories of its victims.
Richmond Raceway is a 0.75 miles, D-shaped, asphalt race track located just outside Richmond. It hosts the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series and the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series.
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Richmond Raceway
7433 Bell Creek RdRichmond Raceway is a 0.75 miles, D-shaped, asphalt race track located just outside Richmond. It hosts the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series and the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series.