Things To Do in Central Virginia, Virginia

Activities, attractions and tours

Central Virginia
Central Virginia
Central Virginia
Central Virginia
Central Virginia

Central Virginia Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Central Virginia has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Central Virginia is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Central Virginia to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Central Virginia Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Central Virginia.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Central Virginia attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Downtown Richmond, Virginia skyline and the James River at twilight.; Shutterstock ID 478364257

Downtown Richmond

4/5(18 area reviews)

Explore the central business district, home to Fortune 500 companies and architectural gems like the Virginia State Capitol. Discover vibrant nightlife in Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip districts.

Downtown Richmond
Vintage Pump Water Fountain, Short Pump Town Center, Richmond, Virginia, USA

Short Pump

Boasting shopping centers like Short Pump Town Center and West Broad Village, this suburban area offers a variety of restaurants, a skating rink, and a bowling alley for entertainment.

Short Pump
Aerial sunset view of Richmond capital city of Virginia with dramatic sky overlooking the fan district and monroe ward, main street

Fan District

Boasting a long stretch of Victorian architecture, this residential area is home to VCU's Monroe Park Campus, tree-lined avenues, and numerous parks. Explore local cafes, restaurants, and the nearby Virginia Center for Architecture at Branch House.

Fan District
Historic buildings in the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, United States.

North Downtown

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in North Downtown, Historic Court Square and Paramount Theater are top sights worth seeing.

North Downtown
North Chesterfield

North Chesterfield

While North Chesterfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chesterfield Towne Center and River City Sportsplex.

North Chesterfield
Museum District

Museum District

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

Museum District

 

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