- TripBuzz found 98 things to do with kids in or near Richmond, Virginia, including 71 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Midlothian, Petersburg, Hopewell and Glen Allen.
- From Children's Museum of Richmond to AMF Sunset Lanes, the Richmond area offers 50 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, History Museums, Monuments and Movie Theaters.
- As Virginia's capital city, the city of Richmond is a thriving commercial and residential community. Tourists visit the area each year for the diverse selection of attractions, dining, lodging and outdoor recreation that the city has to offer. Most popular points of interest within Richmond include many museums and monuments, over fifteen performing arts centers and its significant architecture from various time periods.
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Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, Williamsburg, VA 23187
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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.
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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.
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Known for their historic plays, Kimball Theatre is a venue for a variety of performing arts. They feature colonial themed acts like The Grand Entertainment Medley, which involves audience participation.
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102 Information Center Dr, Williamsburg, VA 23187
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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.
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325 West Francis Street, Williamsburg, VA 23185
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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.
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Spooks & Legends Haunted Tours
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410 Duke of Gloucester Street in front of the Cheese Shop, Williamsburg, VA 23188
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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.
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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.
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1940 votes
176 Water Country Parkway, Williamsburg, VA 23187
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An all-ages water park on a 1950s and 60s surf theme, Water Park USA features a children's fantasyland, soaking slides, raft rides and plummeting attractions, along with restaurants and entertainment. Notable attractions include a 1500 ft long winding river ride, and the 4500 square foot kid's Cow-A-Bunga pool.
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Busch Gardens is an action-packed adventure park with European theming. There are more than 350 acres of entertainment and attractions, including several top-rated roller coasters, live stage shows, and restaurants.
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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.