What to do in Central Virginia, VA

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Richmond showing central business district and a city
Monticello which includes a park
Monticello showing heritage architecture, a memorial and a garden
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Places to Visit in Central Virginia

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What to do in Central Virginia


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Downtown Richmond

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Downtown Richmond is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Shockoe Slip or Capitol Square.

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Short Pump

Short Pump is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Short Pump Town Center, a top place to visit in the area.

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

You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Fan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Monument Avenue or Jefferson Davis Monument.

Fan District
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North Chesterfield

While North Chesterfield isn't home to many top sights, Chesterfield Towne Center and River City Sportsplex are some notable places to visit nearby.

North Chesterfield
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North Downtown

While visiting North Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Court Square and Paramount Theater.

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Treeloft

Though Treeloft may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wintergreen Resort and Raven's Roost Overlook.

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