Things to Do in Petersburg, VA

  • 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
  • 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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22.8 Miles
93% 315 votes
Theaters 2908 West Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23221 MoreLess Info
Located in Carytown, the Byrd Theater was the first in Virginia to be equipped with a sound system for speaking movies. Second-run movies and certain independent film festivals are currently held at the landmark theater.
22.9 Miles
88% 757 votes
Landmarks 3166 W Cary St, Richmond, VA MoreLess Info
Over 300 shops are available at Carytown. Yet, the section of Richmond is more than a collection of shops as there are museums, galleries, restaurants, and general sightseeing for those who wish to walk on a self-guided tour.
22.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
73

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.
23.0 Miles
98% 1922 votes
Art Museum 2800 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA 23221 MoreLess Info
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.
23.1 Miles
95% 148 votes
History Museums 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23221 MoreLess Info
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.
23.2 Miles
77% 296 votes
Science Museums 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220 MoreLess Info
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.
23.2 Miles
91% 188 votes
Historic Sites 4305 Sulgrave Rd, Richmond, VA 23226 MoreLess Info
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.
23.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Colleges & Universities 1500 North Lombardy St., Richmond, VA 23220 MoreLess Info
A scenic and historical tour of Virginia Union University’s campus is for all visitors, not only prospective students. The old buildings and rich stories about the campus and university are offered by walking tour.
23.3 Miles
72% 184 votes
Children's Museums 2626 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220 MoreLess Info
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.
23.6 Miles
100% 8 votes
Rock Climbing 11421 Polo Cir, Midlothian, VA 23113 MoreLess Info
As an indoor climbing facility, Peak Experiences Rock Climbing Center offers visitors challenging routes with boulder nooks, climbing walls, and more. The gym hosts classes for belaying, yoga, and TRX suspension training.
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