- Our list of the best things to do in Glen Allen, Virginia, features the top 79 nearby activities — including 37 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Glen Allen, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Sights & Landmarks, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 15 things to do within the city of Glen Allen, VA , followed by 64 popular activities in nearby cities, including Richmond, Midlothian, Mechanicsville and Virginia
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The architecture and landscaping of Monument Avenue encourages many visitors and locals to take a stroll or a drive. The landmark boulevard memorializes Virginia natives like Robert E. Less and hosts several annual events such as the Monument Avenue 10K Race and Easter on Parade.
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11650 W Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23233
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A fourteen theater movie multiplex, the Regal Cinemas Shortpump Stadium 14 shows an array of current Hollywood releases with all-digital video and sound. The theater offers stadium seating throughout, and features a selection of concessions.
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Richmond International Raceway is a place for Nascar fans to enjoy the scene of tailgating, races, and special appearances/events. The facilities are managed well by staff and police to ensure safety and hospitality for all.
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9120 Burkwood Club Drive, Mechanicsville, VA 23116
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Family oriented and owned by its members, the Burkwood Swim & Racquet Club offers a variety of amenities, including tennis and aquatics facilities and lessons, exercise equipment, rooms, and classes, and a variety of youth programs.
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With the goal of providing creative play experiences for children, Children's Museum of Richmond hosts a variety exhibits for guests to explore. Their exhibits include a grocery store, apple tree, art studio, dino zone, little farm, playhouse, and more.
7.6 Miles
Many permanent exhibits are housed at the Science Museum of Virginia, focusing on different areas of science like space, the human body, animals, and the environment. Live science demonstrations are also performed daily in addition to IMAX films.
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Agecroft Hall is located along the rolling banks of the James River. It is an authentic 16th century English manor house that was taken apart, shipped across the Atlantic, and then rebuilt in Virginia during the 1920s.
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Encompassing the entire history of the state of Virginia, the 180-year-old Virginia Historical Society houses a wide collection of books, sheet music, maps, and personal items to illustrate the story of Virginia's past and present.
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One of the most comprehensive art museums in the United States is the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. There are roughly four full acres of gallery space and a 13-acre sculpture garden while guests can follow walking tours that are included with the price of admission.