E. Claiborne Robins StadiumRichmond, Virginia

A stunning 100-acre Victorian estate featuring formal Japanese and Italian gardens, a wildlife trail with native Virginia animals, a restored 1893 mansion, and free access to the grounds — an ideal pre- or post-game outing for families and nature lovers.

💡 Grounds admission is always free; the Dooley Mansion (reopened March 2026 after a two-year preservation project) charges $10 self-guided, $12 audio tour, or $15 guided tour. Parking on-site is free. Spring and summer hours are 10am–7pm daily.

One of the largest art museums in the US South, housing world-class collections spanning ancient Egyptian artifacts to Fabergé Imperial Easter Eggs to contemporary American art — and general admission is permanently free.

💡 Open 365 days a year; Wed–Fri hours extend to 9pm, making it a great option for an evening visit around a day game. Saturday–Tuesday hours are 10am–5pm. Special ticketed exhibitions are separate.

A 54-acre island in the James River accessible via a pedestrian suspension bridge, offering hiking and mountain biking trails, rock climbing on granite walls, fishing, riverside sunbathing, and a new nature exploration area (opened May 2026). Stunning views of the downtown Richmond skyline.

💡 Open sunrise to sunset; the island can get crowded on weekends and game days, so arrive early. Wear sturdy shoes — rocky terrain near the river's edge. A new nature play area built from driftwood and boulders opened in May 2026.

Designed by Thomas Jefferson and housing the oldest continuously operating legislative body in the Western Hemisphere, this 1788 landmark contains the only life-size sculpture of George Washington created from life — free guided tours run daily and take about an hour.

💡 Guided tours run Mon–Sat 9am–4pm and Sunday 1–4pm; no reservation needed for groups under 10. Hours may change when the General Assembly is in session (January–March) — check ahead. Allow at least 90 minutes to explore the Capitol Square grounds as well.