9 days in Midlothian & Sanibel Island Itinerary

Midlothian, Virginia is an unincorporated town in Chesterfield County, Virginia, U.S. Get out of town with these interesting Midlothian side-trips: Bear Creek Lake State Park (in Cumberland), Shirley Plantation (in Charles City) and High Bridge Trail State Park (in Green Bay). And it doesn't end there: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Metro Richmond Zoo, walk around Mid-Lothian Mines Park, and immerse yourself in nature at Pocahontas State Park.

For maps, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Midlothian attractions planner.

New York City to Midlothian is an approximately 4.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. When traveling from New York City in April, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Midlothian: temperatures range from 69°F by day to 48°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sat) so you can travel to Sanibel Island.

Take a trip to Sanibel Island if you like pretty sunsets and luxurious resorts.

Explore Sanibel Island's surroundings by going to Veterans Memorial Park (in Cape Coral) and Bonita Springs (Bonita Springs Public Beach & Little Hickory Beach Park). There's still lots to do: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, enjoy the sea views from Sanibel Island Lighthouse, see the interesting displays at The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Blind Pass Beach Park.

To see more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Sanibel Island trip itinerary builder app.

Explore your travel options from Midlothian to Sanibel Island with the Route module. Traveling from Midlothian in April, expect Sanibel Island to be a bit warmer, temps between 87°F and 66°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Fri) so you can travel back home.