- Our list of the best things to do in Petersburg, Virginia, features the top 85 nearby activities — including 36 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Petersburg, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Sights & Landmarks, Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 19 things to do within the city of Petersburg, VA , followed by 66 popular activities in nearby cities, including Richmond, Midlothian, Hopewell, Charles City, Virginia, Saco and Mechanicsville
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21.6 Miles
Oldtown-Finntown Overlook is a mining canyon the spans 3 miles long, half a mile wide, and 450 feet deep. It offers views of high rock-cropped walls with red hues from a 50 foot caged safety bridge.
21.6 Miles
Superior National Forest's Lookout Mountain Trails are an extensive network of trails suitable for hiking, biking, and skiing. They include a 15 mile trail system as well as a half-mile trail designated for exercise and punctuated by exercise stations.
21.7 Miles
The former White House of the Confederacy currently houses The Museum of the Confederacy. Personal belongings of leaders such as Jefferson Davis and Robert E. Lee compose a large section of the collection in addition to other Civil War artifacts, manuscripts, and photographs.
21.7 Miles
Founded in 2010, Real Richmond Food Tours provides visitors with the opportunity to learn about and enjoy the cuisine from around the city. Tours ranging anywhere from local eateries to southern style cuisine to pie restaurants are available.
22.2 Miles
Featuring seating for over 3,600 individuals, the Landmark Theater is a performing arts theater host to a number of events throughout the year. Popular events include numerous concerts, speakers, and live performances.
22.2 Miles
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84 votes
110 1/2 E. Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23219
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Visitors to the Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site can take free guided tours of an exhibit hall and her preserved home. The entire site including neighbor's homes covers about a quarter of a city block.
22.2 Miles
With Altria Theater, visitors can see a variety of performing art events, from nationally recognized musicians to Broadway musicals. On each level, the theater has a concession stand that serves refreshments, snacks, and alcoholic beverages.
22.4 Miles
49%
41 votes
14501 John Tyler Highway, Charles City, VA 23226
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Serving as the home of President John Tyler from 1842 until his death, the Sherwood Forest Plantation is considered a national historic landmark. The house and grounds are open daily for self-guided tours.
22.5 Miles
Spanning a total of 287 acres, Byrd Park is a large public park area that offers a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include numerous sports fields, playground areas, and boat rentals on the nearby Fountain Lake.
22.7 Miles
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.