TripAdvisor's editorial team reviewed our attractions database and selected the best local attractions to highlight in this itinerary. Some are popular, some are off the beaten path, but all are worth a visit.
Local legends |
|  | Edgar Allan Poe Museum: Illustrations of the famous poem "The Raven" and numerous other artifacts surrounding the life of this great American author, the father of the psychological horror story, are housed in a series of buildings, including Richmond's oldest. Address: 1914 E Main St, Richmond, Virginia Phone: 804 648 5523 Admission fee |  |
For history buffs |
|  | The Museum and White House of the Confederacy: This white-columned southern architectural masterpiece, high on a hill overlooking Shockoe Valley, was home and headquarters of Confederate States President Jefferson Davis, and now contains the nation's largest collection of Confederate artifacts. Address: 1201 E. Clay St., Richmond, Virginia Phone: 804-649-1861 Admission fee |  |
|  | Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site: The remarkable life and achievements of this famous early 1900s African-American entrepreneur, first woman bank president in the U.S. and social activist are celebrated here with artifacts, photographs and memorabilia. Address: 110 1/2 E. Leigh Street, Richmond, Virginia Phone: 804-771-2017 Free |  |
Capital ideas |
|  | Virginia Capitol Building: Inside the white, columned state capitol building, designed by Thomas Jefferson to resemble a first-century Roman temple in France, is the only sculpture of George Washington produced in his lifetime. Address: 9th & Grace Sts, Richmond, Virginia Phone: 804 698 1788 Free |  |
|  | Executive Mansion: This historic home, an excellent example of Federal style architecture, has been the residence of Virginia's governors since 1813, making it the longest occupied governor's living quarters in the U.S. Address: Capitol Square, Richmond, Virginia Phone: 804-358-5511 |  |
On the water |
|  | James River: This river running right through downtown Richmond offers sightseeing rides on an antique paddlewheel steamer or on a raft with a trained guide, as well as wading, fishing, rafting, kayaking or simply relaxing on the river banks and gazing out at the city. Address: 22nd Street and Riverside Drive, Richmond, Virginia Phone: 804-780-5733 |  |
Restaurants |
|  | Millie's: Simple omelets, burgers and sandwiches are served at lunch but the menu definitely goes upscale for dinner with offerings like rack of lamb, seared rainbow trout and pork osso bucco. Address: 2603 E Main St, Richmond, Virginia Phone: 804 643 5512 |  |
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