3 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Richmond: Williamsburg (Governor's Palace, Colonial Williamsburg, & more). There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, relax in the rural setting at Maymont, admire the natural beauty at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, and stroll the grounds of Hollywood Cemetery.

For reviews and tourist information, go to the Richmond online road trip planner .

If you are flying in from Colombia, the closest major airports are Richmond International Airport, Newport News Williamsburg International Airport and Norfolk International Airport. In March, plan for daily highs up to 18°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.