Things to Do with Kids in Richmond, VA

  • TripBuzz found 98 things to do with kids in or near Richmond, Virginia, including 71 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Midlothian, Petersburg, Hopewell and Glen Allen.
  • From Children's Museum of Richmond to AMF Sunset Lanes, the Richmond area offers 50 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, History Museums, Monuments and Movie Theaters.
  • As Virginia's capital city, the city of Richmond is a thriving commercial and residential community. Tourists visit the area each year for the diverse selection of attractions, dining, lodging and outdoor recreation that the city has to offer. Most popular points of interest within Richmond include many museums and monuments, over fifteen performing arts centers and its significant architecture from various time periods.
  • TripBuzz found 98 things to do with kids in or near Richmond, Virginia, including 71 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Midlothian, Petersburg, Hopewell and Glen Allen.
  • From Children's Museum of Richmond to AMF Sunset Lanes, the Richmond area offers 50 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, History Museums, Monuments and Movie Theaters.
  • As Virginia's capital city, the city of Richmond is a thriving commercial and residential community. Tourists visit the area each year for the diverse selection of attractions, dining, lodging and outdoor recreation that the city has to offer. Most popular points of interest within Richmond include many museums and monuments, over fifteen performing arts centers and its significant architecture from various time periods.
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Players navigate a multilevel arena with fog and technology while music pumps them up and laser beams fly from every direction
5.8 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.
2.4 Miles
100% 18 votes
Parks 600 S Blvd, Richmond, VA 23220 MoreLess Info
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.
12.4 Miles
36% 25 votes
Movie Theaters 11650 W Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23233 MoreLess Info
A fourteen theater movie multiplex, the Regal Cinemas Shortpump Stadium 14 shows an array of current Hollywood releases with all-digital video and sound. The theater offers stadium seating throughout, and features a selection of concessions.
2.2 Miles
97% 1451 votes
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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.
5.8 Miles
96% 1114 votes
Botanical Gardens 1800 Lakeside Ave, Richmond, VA 23228 MoreLess Info
Visitors of the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden can learn about new plants, relax in the setting, go for a walk, or take gardening classes. The institution also have special programming for kids in the form of the Children's Garden with educational programs and crafts.
0.8 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.
0.5 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.
4.4 Miles
93% 570 votes
Monuments Monument Avenue, Richmond, VA MoreLess Info
The architecture and landscaping of Monument Avenue encourages many visitors and locals to take a stroll or a drive. The landmark boulevard memorializes Virginia natives like Robert E. Less and hosts several annual events such as the Monument Avenue 10K Race and Easter on Parade.
2.4 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.
2.7 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.
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