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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Experimental magician combines illusion with puppetry, philosophy, and comedy to create a one-of-a-kind show filled with wonder
11.6 Miles
54% 41 votes
Children's Museums 2200 Old Brick Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060 MoreLess Info
A wide variety of exhibits are put on display at the Children's Museum of Richmond - Short Pump. They offer a children's garage and play area, art studio, and even a play-based super market where kids can freely roam and try their hand at grocery shopping.
11.6 Miles
100% 5 votes
Paddleboarding 3800 James River Road, Midlothian, VA MoreLess Info
Black Dog Paddle is a stand-up paddle board rental and instruction company. SUP fans of all skill levels can enjoy one-on-one or group lessons, SUP yoga classes, or SUP with your pup training.
11.6 Miles
93% 29 votes
Parks 3800 James River Road, Midlothian, VA 23113 MoreLess Info
Robidious Landing Park offers visitors access to volleyball courts, playgrounds, picnic shelters, a boat slide, a floated dock, and walking trails. The location's first shelters also features a horseshoe pit, a volleyball net, and a river view for those seeking photo opportunities.
11.8 Miles
75% 4 votes
Bowling 11532 Hull St Road, Midlothian, VA 23112 MoreLess Info
At Bowl America Southwest, visitors can compete at standard and glow bowling with their friends and family. The alley is open late until 1:00 AM and serves five beers on tap.
11.8 Miles
- 3 votes
Music Venue 4901 Lake Brook Drive, Glen Allen, VA 23060 MoreLess Info
Hosting a variety of concerts in the area, Innsbrook Snag-A-Job Pavilion is a music venue that provides visitors with live entertainment in an outdoor setting. Visitors are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to the concerts.
11.9 Miles
83% 58 votes
Parks 13301 N. Woolridge Rd., Midlothian, VA 23114 MoreLess Info
The Mid-Lothian Mines Park was originally one of the first major industrial sites in the United States. It now is a 44-acre outdoor preserve with several exhibits for self guided tours and nature studies.
11.9 Miles
33% 3 votes
Soccer Field 2300 Oak Lake Blvd, Midlothian, VA 23112 MoreLess Info
Originally created to provide soccer tours around the world, XL Sports World today provides all kinds of sport touring and is also an indoor soccer facility. They have multiple fields and a snack bar that offers alcohol.
12.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Race Tracks 12800 Genito Road, Midlothian, VA 23112 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1959, the Southside Speedway is a 1/3-mile paved racing track host to a number of events throughout the racing season. Visitors commonly attending weekend short-track races and enjoying the concessions options provided there.
12.5 Miles
70% 10 votes
Skating Rinks 4350 Pouncey Tract Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060 MoreLess Info
Skate Nation Plus offers ice skating lessons, hockey leagues, clinics, figure skating lessons, and more. Amenities include laser tag, birthday party space, an arcade and prize center, and Face-Off Café.
12.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
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YMCA

Sports Facilities/Fields 737 Coalfield Road, Midlothian, VA 23114 MoreLess Info
At The Midlothian Family YMCA, visitors can take advantage of amenities such as a fitness center, pool, and sports programs. The fitness center has several rows of treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise bikes.
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