Free & Cheap Things to Do in Short Pump, VA

  • The list below includes 68 free or cheap things to do in or near Short Pump, Virginia, including 54 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Bowling, Parks and History Museums.
  • From Bowl America Short Pump to Skate Nation Plus, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Short Pump and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Richmond, Midlothian, Glen Allen and Mechanicsville.
  • The list below includes 68 free or cheap things to do in or near Short Pump, Virginia, including 54 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Bowling, Parks and History Museums.
  • From Bowl America Short Pump to Skate Nation Plus, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Short Pump and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Richmond, Midlothian, Glen Allen and Mechanicsville.
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11.9 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.
11.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
32

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.
12.0 Miles
- 0 votes
Swimming Pool 10857 Linderwood Drive, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 MoreLess Info
Ashcreek Recreation Center Pool is a public swimming pool for residents and guests of the Ashcreek community. The pool offers swimming lessons and features a diving board and wading pool.
12.2 Miles
97% 1451 votes
34

Maymont

Gardens 1700 Hampton St, Richmond, VA 23220 MoreLess Info
Several attractions are held in the single site known as Maymont. The original Maymont mansion is open for viewing with period furnishings, and the attraction also features extensive gardens, a children's farm, and a wildlife center.
12.8 Miles
96% 962 votes
Cemeteries 412 S Cherry at Albemarle St, Richmond, VA MoreLess Info
On a hill overlooking the James River is the Hollywood Cemetery. Walking tours occur on a daily basis throughout the year and focus on the history of the cemetery as well as the famous people who are buried there.
13.0 Miles
96% 84 votes
Historic Sites 110 1/2 E. Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23219 MoreLess Info
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.
13.0 Miles
95% 103 votes
Monuments 621 South Belvidere St, Richmond, VA 23219 MoreLess Info
Virginia War Memorial offers both general and self-guided tours of the Memorial. Visitors can casually view the artifacts, watch films and pay tribute in the Shrine of Memory using the Visitors Guide located in the Grand Lobby.
13.2 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.
13.3 Miles
81% 196 votes
Military Museums 490 Tredegar St, Richmond, VA 23219 MoreLess Info
Looking at American Civil War history through Confederate, Union and African American eyes, the American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar encompasses the historic Tredegar Gun Foundry, now repurposed as an exhibition space.
13.4 Miles
88% 49 votes
Food Tours Richmond, VA MoreLess Info
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.
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