- TripBuzz found 82 things to do with kids in or near Mechanicsville, Virginia, including 73 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Richmond, Midlothian, Glen Allen and Hopewell.
- From Romp n' Roll to AMF Hanover Lanes, the Mechanicsville area offers 53 different types of family activities, including: Battlefields, Bowling, Playgrounds and National & State Parks.
- Mechanicsville, VA is only a fifteen minute drive from state capital Richmond. Settled in the 17th century, Mechanicsville has a notable history in many future-shaping battles, including many in the Civil War. History buffs can relive past events and admire preserved artifacts at Beaverdam Creek Battlefield, Cold Harbor, and Gaines' Mill.
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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.
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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.
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Along with 32 lanes for bowling, King Pin Lanes further offers arcade games as well as billiards and water pong for play. There is also a restaurant on site where beer, spirits, fries and burgers are served.
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5001 Commonwealth Centre Parkway, Midlothian, VA 23112
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A movie theater with IMAX, Regal Commonwealth Center Stadium 20 & IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers arcade games and a concession area with food and drinks.
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The complex known as Uptown Alley is mostly a bowling alley center. Yet, it also serves as an entertainment complex with a full service restaurant and video game arcade room with additional pool tables.
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501 Shirley Plantation Road, Charles City, VA 23030
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Located just outside of Richmond, the Shirley Plantation was established in 1613. It is considered to be the first plantation in Virginia and the oldest family-owned business in the United States with tours being conducted daily.
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St Dennis Chapel Museum is actually known as the City Point History Musuem which is located in the church structure itself. The chapel was originally constructed in 1887 as a Catholic site of worship for Navy personnel.
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Located on the Appomattox River, the Hopewell Marina offers covered and open slips for boats, a boat ramp, temporary docking, and a launch for smaller crafts like canoes. The marina also has a store with fishing supplies and refreshments.
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Anchor Point Marina is a full service marina on the Appomatox River. The marina features a pump out station, marine repair shop, marine radio, boat supplies, gazebo, and snack bar.
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At Weston Plantation, visitors can explore a Colonial style plantation that was built in the 1780s. The kitchen and laundry room were reconstructed in 2008. Visitors can enjoy views of the Appomattox River from the plantation.