Free & Cheap Things to Do in Charles City, VA

  • The list below includes 82 free or cheap things to do in or near Charles City, Virginia, including 63 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Parks, Movie Theaters and Bowling.
  • From Shirley Plantation to Berkeley Plantation, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Charles City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Williamsburg, Petersburg, Richmond and Hopewell.
  • The list below includes 82 free or cheap things to do in or near Charles City, Virginia, including 63 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Parks, Movie Theaters and Bowling.
  • From Shirley Plantation to Berkeley Plantation, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Charles City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Williamsburg, Petersburg, Richmond and Hopewell.
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19.5 Miles
63% 8 votes
Historic Sites 224 Wittten Street, Petersburg, VA 23803 MoreLess Info
The Pocahontas Island Black History Museum is a small historical museum described as a representation of the oldest black community in America. Attractions include various exhibits, historical memorabilia, and guided tours.
19.5 Miles
- 0 votes
National & State Parks Watt House Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111 MoreLess Info
Robert E. Lee's first major Civil War victory took place at the Gaines' Mill Battlefield, 60 acres of which have been preserved by Richmond National Battlefield Park. The area features walking trails, informational signs and the historic Watt house.
19.6 Miles
77% 231 votes
Movie Theaters 1430 Richmond Rd Bldg 6, Williamsburg, VA 23185 MoreLess Info
An eight-screen movie theater, Movie Tavern Williamsburg displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, adult beverages and an in-theater dining menu that includes appetizers, burgers, salads, pizza and dessert.
19.6 Miles
- 1 votes
Skating Rinks 2530 S Crater Road, Petersburg, VA 23805 MoreLess Info
A positive place for local kids to have fun without video games and other electronics, The Skate Factory is introducing the newest generation of kids to good old fashioned fun with skate birthday parties, open weekend skate, and more.
19.7 Miles
86% 114 votes
Parks Airport Rd., Williamsburg, VA MoreLess Info
Waller Mill Park is 2705 acres situated around a reservoir and a 360 acre lake. It features play fields, walking trails, picnic tables and a dog park and visitors can also enjoy fishing, boating, kayaking and canoeing.
19.8 Miles
84% 45 votes
Historic Sites Centre Hill Court, Petersburg, VA 23803 MoreLess Info
Built by a Revolutionary War veteran in 1823, the Centre Hill Mansion has served as a welcoming house to several former presidents. Guided tours of the period rooms are conducted every hour on the hour.
19.8 Miles
73% 11 votes
Scenic Drives 425 Cockade Alley, Petersburg, VA 23804 MoreLess Info
Lee's Retreat is a Civil War trail that follows the path that General Robert E. Lee and his troops followed from the Union's attack at Five Forks to his surrender at Appomattox Courthouse. The trail is marked with historic markers.
19.8 Miles
89% 336 votes
Mini Golf 2001 Mooretown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185 MoreLess Info
One of the most popular miniature golf courses in Williamsburg is Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. It is set in the world of 18th century buccaneers through mountain caves, beneath waterfalls, and over several footbridges.
19.8 Miles
- 1 votes
Historic Homes 1 Centre Hill Avenue, Petersburg, VA 23803 MoreLess Info
The building which houses the Centre Hill Museum was originally constructed in 1823 and was primarily used as a private residence until 1936. In addition to the architecture of the building, the museum has examples of decorative arts from the 18th through the 20th century.
19.9 Miles
94% 16 votes
Historic Sites 19 Bollingbrook St, Petersburg, VA 23803 MoreLess Info
First opened in 1817, the Farmers Bank branch in St. Petersburg is a three-story Federal-style structure. It currently is one of the few bank museums in the United States and has been restored with many period pieces and authentic furniture.
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