Free & Cheap Things to Do in Richmond, VA

  • The list below includes 99 free or cheap things to do in or near Richmond, Virginia, including 52 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Historic Sites, Movie Theaters and Monuments.
  • From Maymont to Hollywood Cemetery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Richmond and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Petersburg, Midlothian, Glen Allen and Hopewell.
  • The list below includes 99 free or cheap things to do in or near Richmond, Virginia, including 52 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Historic Sites, Movie Theaters and Monuments.
  • From Maymont to Hollywood Cemetery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Richmond and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Petersburg, Midlothian, Glen Allen and Hopewell.
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An artist and designer shares tips and techniques of metal clay jewelry making and helps makers develop their craft
44.0 Miles
92% 2721 votes
Historic Ships Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, Williamsburg, VA 23187 MoreLess Info
The first permanent English colony in America is commemorated by the Jamestown Settlement. The site features replicas of three ships, gallery exhibits, and an introductory film that explains the beginnings of Jamestown from multiple perspectives.
44.1 Miles
93% 580 votes
Colleges & Universities 102 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185 MoreLess Info
William and Mary College is a Colonial-era campus which has graduated four US presidents. A self-guided or student-led walking tour includes the Sir Christopher Wren building – America's oldest college building – and the historic Swem Library.
44.3 Miles
87% 7856 votes
Historic Sites 102 Information Center Dr, Williamsburg, VA 23187 MoreLess Info
The 18th century is brought to life at Colonial Williamsburg. Guests can both observe and participate in the life of this reconstructed colonial village that is filled with costumed actors who make history real.
44.3 Miles
96% 478 votes
Art Museum 325 Francis Street, Williamsburg, VA 23185 MoreLess Info
Explore unique 19th century folk art at The Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, located in historic colonial Williamsburg. Featuring a collection of common household items turned into works of art through the use of bold colors, carving, and imagination.
44.3 Miles
95% 420 votes
Art Museum 325 Francis Street, Williamsburg, VA 23185 MoreLess Info
Since 1985, The DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum has housed an extensive collection of British and American antiques. Items in the collection, dating back to the 17th century include furniture, ceramics, paintings, and more.
44.3 Miles
85% 338 votes
History Museums 325 West Francis Street, Williamsburg, VA 23185 MoreLess Info
Admitting its first patient in 1773, the Public Hospital Museum honors the first public building in America that treated the mentally ill. Exhibits include examples of the condition the patients were kept and a history of mental illnesses at the time.
44.6 Miles
Haunted Tours 410 Duke of Gloucester Street in front of the Cheese Shop, Williamsburg, VA 23188 MoreLess Info
A theatrical walking tour company with costumed guides, Spooks and Legends Haunted Tours offers several tours of various haunted sites and attractions. Tours are carefully researched, and are historically informative as well as entertaining.
44.8 Miles
78% 559 votes
Restaurants Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg, VA 23187 MoreLess Info
The King's Arms Tavern is an historic 18th-Century building now home to a restaurant and bar where servers in period costume also act as guides to local Colonial history. Nightly entertainment includes live music of the period.
47.7 Miles
- 3 votes
Bowling 5801 Southpoint Ctr Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22407 MoreLess Info
A 48-lane bowling center, Liberty Lanes offers open and league bowling along with birthday party hosting. The center provides a pro shop, bowling lessons, black light bowling, arcade games and a snack bar with food and drinks.
49.1 Miles
91% 132 votes
National & State Parks Colonial Beach, VA MoreLess Info
Located along the Potoac River's Northern Neck is the Westmoreland State Park. The river itself offers most of the activities including fishing and boating, but the site also features a swimming pool, bathhouse, campgrounds, and walking trails.
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