10 days in Richmond Itinerary

The capital city of Virginia, Richmond has diverse architecture, a large collection of monuments, and world-class museums that reveal the city's important role in American history.

Take a break from the city and head to Colonial National Historical Park and Deep Run Park. Get out of town with these interesting Richmond side-trips: Arlington (Mount Vernon Trail & Custis Trail), St George's Episcopal Church (in Fredericksburg) and Washington DC (National Portrait Gallery, White House, &more). The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, stroll through Monticello, stroll the grounds of Hollywood Cemetery, and contemplate the long history of Colonial Williamsburg.

To find maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Richmond trip planner.

Expect a daytime high around 78°F in May, and nighttime lows around 57°F.