Located just 2 hours from Richmond is Massanutten Resort, a family-friendly destination full of activities and amenities that my family hasn’t experienced anywhere else! Before I break down our entire trip, I must share that we are by no means the most sporty, … [Read more...] about Massanutten Resort: family-fun meets one of a kind adventure!
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Guide to Walking Around the James River
One of Richmond’s greatest (and free!) attractions is the James River. The list below is comprised of scenic walks that allow walkers, runners or hikers to appreciate the James. Use the necessary details from RVA on the Cheap’s river walk guide to plan your next … [Read more...] about Guide to Walking Around the James River
Five Hikes in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, known affectionately as “The River City”, offers a trove of hikes. With options like historic landmarks to river views, RVA has a hike for everyone! Narrowing this list down to *just* five hikes was difficult for me, as I absolutely love so many of … [Read more...] about Five Hikes in Richmond, Virginia
“Trolls: Save the Humans” The Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center
"Trolls: Save the Humans," an exhibit featuring six huge trolls made by Thomas Dambo, from reclaimed materials is at Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center now through January 20, 2025. This would make a perfect family day trip to see this world renowned … [Read more...] about “Trolls: Save the Humans” The Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center
FREE Santa Photos around Richmond, VA
There are plenty of opportunities to see Santa this holiday season for FREE! Westchester Commons Come and visit Santa, and bring your phone, as you can take as many photos as you want! There is no professional photographer, but you will be able to capture sweet … [Read more...] about FREE Santa Photos around Richmond, VA
Places to take photos with Santa in the Richmond area
The Christmas tradition of documenting the holiday with Old St. Nick lives on in numerous venues around Richmond - from malls, to shopping districts, sporting goods stores to greenhouses, farms to the Children's Museum, although many interactions this year will be … [Read more...] about Places to take photos with Santa in the Richmond area
Christmas Tree Shopping Around Richmond
There is nothing in the world that matches the feeling one gets when surrounded by soft lights while simultaneously being enveloped by the smell of pine. A Christmas tree is just the thing to help get in the spirit of the holiday. This listing shows the many places … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Shopping Around Richmond
Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms
Fall is here. And when autumn settles in, so do the pumpkins. You know it's pumpkin time because the air is crisp and it’s time to break out pumpkin everything! The fall season is one of the most exciting times of the year in Richmond marked by pumpkin patches, … [Read more...] about Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms
Colonial Williamsburg offers historical time travel for all ages
History is alive in Colonial Williamsburg which is open throughout the winter with many outdoor exhibits and demonstrations. You seriously cannot live in Richmond and not visit the living, breathing 18th-century living history museum in a city city to … [Read more...] about Colonial Williamsburg offers historical time travel for all ages
Day Tripping to Main Street Towns Around Richmond
The last time my family and I visited Staunton we noticed the same “Virginia Main Street” signage that we had seen previously in Ashland, another one of our favorite towns. After some quick research we learned that The Commonwealth has recognized 30 Advancing Main … [Read more...] about Day Tripping to Main Street Towns Around Richmond
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