Free & Cheap Things to Do in Petersburg, VA

  • The list below includes 77 free or cheap things to do in or near Petersburg, Virginia, including 57 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Historic Sites, Military Museums and Battlefields.
  • From Lee's Retreat to Petersburg National Battlefield Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Petersburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Richmond, Midlothian, Hopewell and Charles City.
  • The list below includes 77 free or cheap things to do in or near Petersburg, Virginia, including 57 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Historic Sites, Military Museums and Battlefields.
  • From Lee's Retreat to Petersburg National Battlefield Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Petersburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Richmond, Midlothian, Hopewell and Charles City.
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19.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Children's Museums 6629 Lake Harbour Drive, Midlothian, VA 23112 MoreLess Info
The Children's Museum of Richmond is a museum that promotes the idea that children grow and learn through play. The museum features exhibits including the 'Garage', the 'New Stage', and the 'Art Studio'.
19.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 14700 Village Square Pl, Midlothian, VA 23112 MoreLess Info
Hosting a range of fitness classes, Woodlake Swim & Racquet Club offers yoga, Zumba, and other cardio classes to enroll in. In addition to classes, the club has a pool, circuit training room, outdoor tennis courts, and other amenities.
19.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Race Tracks 12800 Genito Road, Midlothian, VA 23112 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1959, the Southside Speedway is a 1/3-mile paved racing track host to a number of events throughout the racing season. Visitors commonly attending weekend short-track races and enjoying the concessions options provided there.
20.2 Miles
33% 3 votes
Soccer Field 2300 Oak Lake Blvd, Midlothian, VA 23112 MoreLess Info
Originally created to provide soccer tours around the world, XL Sports World today provides all kinds of sport touring and is also an indoor soccer facility. They have multiple fields and a snack bar that offers alcohol.
20.4 Miles
93% 68 votes
Aviation Museums 5701 Huntsman Road, Richmond, VA 23218 MoreLess Info
Virginia Aviation Museum houses over 30 vintage military and civilian aircraft including the rare SR-71 Blackbird. It also exhibits aviation memorabilia, engines, a World War II diorama, and the Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame.
20.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
Historic Sites 12104 Wayanoke Road, Charles City, VA 23030 MoreLess Info
Kittiewan Plantation overlooks Kittiewan Creek and the James River. The plantation is a working farm with a museum that houses various memorabilia including the collections of an extensive set of 19th and 20th century kitchen and food preparation items.
21.0 Miles
77% 192 votes
Scenic Walks 12th & Canal Sts, Richmond, VA MoreLess Info
A walk down the historic Canal Walk is a wonderful way to view the waterfront and the restoration of the old canal system. A boat ride is offered for those who do not wish to walk but are interested in sightseeing.
21.0 Miles
93% 288 votes
History Museums Richmond, VA MoreLess Info
Founded by local Richmond Holocaust survivor Jay Ipson, the Virginia Holocaust Museum provides accounts of local survivors, and uses the Ipson family's story to illustrate the larger story of the Holocaust.
21.1 Miles
74% 305 votes
History Museums 1914 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219 MoreLess Info
Featuring an extensive collection of manuscripts, letters and personal items of well-known American writer Edgar Allan Poe, the Edgar Allan Poe Museum preserves the author's life and career for visitors to a series of historic Richmond buildings.
21.1 Miles
92% 273 votes
River 22nd Street and Riverside Drive, Richmond, VA 23223 MoreLess Info
The 348-mile James River is the 12th longest river in the United States found entirely within one state. The river is popular for canoeing, fishing, kayaking, hiking, swimming, and white water rafting.
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