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Maymont

1700 Hampton St, Richmond, VA 23220
804 358 7166
Ranked #2 of 74 attractions in Richmond
4.5 of 5 stars 131 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Parks, Gardens, Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Museums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Maymont is a 100-acre American estate, an extraordinary gift given to us by James and Sallie Dooley who lived here from 1893 to 1925. Whether...... more » Owner description: Maymont is a 100-acre American estate, an extraordinary gift given to us by James and Sallie Dooley who lived here from 1893 to 1925. Whether strolling in the gardens, touring the mansion or watching river otters play, there is something for everyone to enjoy. « less
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richmond virginia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2012 NEW

This wonderful Park in the city features a zoo, historic Dooley Mansion and walking paths to just enjoy nature More

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Richmond, Virginia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

free and a wonderful walk with animals to see along the way..the children's section has goats to feed and bunnies and pot bellied pigs..and geese...fun family outing with some excercize More

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Midlothian, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

The otters are probably my favorite but my grandsons like the petting zoo. More

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richmond
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

I just adore maymont. It's a really nice place to visit anytime. Great for all ages! My son likes to look at all the animals and walk on the steping stones in the pond. Sometimes we go just to place a blanket in the grass and watch the people walk by enjoying their visit there. So peacefull! More

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Midlothian, Virginia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Maymount is okay. It is free and a great place to walk. Donations are welcome and appreciated. Not many exhibits to see but the botanical gardens are nice. There is a trolly available that is ran on a timed schedule that will take you to the nature center in which there are aquariums to view. All in all it is... More

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Chester, Virginia
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Beautiful Southern plantation in the heart of Richmond. It was donated by the heirs to the city to be used only as a park for all Richmonders. We go all the time. They have beautiful gardens, waterfalls, a Zoo and peacocks roam free. Just a great place for kids and adults. If you want to see a marvel, then Maymont... More

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Yorktown, Virginia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

What a treasure - the grounds and house are fabulous - can't wait to return! More

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Richmond, Virginia, United States
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

From the Petting Barn, down the hill past the goats, deer, fox, and birds of prey, to the bear habitat, through the Japanese Gardens, waterfall, bamboo forest, then up the stone steps to the Italian Garden, past the huge Magnolia trees, to the Dooley mansion, carriage house, rolling hills overlooking the James, and finally, to the Nature Center. Then take... More

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24 reviews 24 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

From the farm animals to the rolling hills to the amazing nature center, you will find your favorite spot in Maymont Park. Take a picnic and find the perfect place to relax and watch the children enjoy rolling down the hills! More

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See 7 more reviews by Sheilagail for Richmond
Tappahannock
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

We go to Maymont once or twice a year and have for years. Our young girls love the petting zoo and climbing through the bamboo maze down alongside the Japanese Garden, which had incredible color this spring. The whole park is a great place for kids. And best of all, it's free. Classic! More

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