FAMILY ATTRACTIONS / AMUSEMENTS

Busch Gardens &
Water Country USA
176 Water Country Parkway
Williamsburg
800-343-7946
www.buschgardens.com
Richmond residents have an easy two-hour drive to one of the nation’s most popular entertainment destinations. Consistently acclaimed as America’s Most Beautiful Theme Park, the luxurious Busch Gardens in Williamsburg provides a spectacular European-themed park that combines with the mid-Atlantic’s largest water park, Water Country USA for a world of thrills.

Children’s Museum of Richmond
2626 West Broad Street
Richmond
877-295-2667
www.c-mor.org
Children between the ages of two and twelve can touch, explore, sense, and learn with interactive exhibits, classes and workshops. Introduce them to the arts, nature, and the diverse world in which we live by inviting them to role play in any number of theme areas. Artistic activities range from painting to sculpting, storytelling, theater, musical concerts, and cooking classes.

Ashland Berry Farm
12607 Old Ridge Road
Beaverdam
804-227-3601
www.ashlandberryfarm.com
The entire family will be able to enjoy hayrides, seasonal events, and activities while they stock up on berries, pumpkins, and nursery items from the greenhouse.

Bogeys Sports Park
1675 Ashland Road
Richmond
804-784-1544
www.bogeyssportspark.com
Enjoy a sprawling 22 acres of fun-filled family adventure with a miniature golf course, batting cages, a driving range, and other amusements and attractions.

Crump Park &
Meadow Farm Museum
3400 Mountain Road
Glen Allen
804-501-5520
www.co.henrico.va.us/rec/recreation-centers-facilities/meadowfarm.html
Enjoy a 19th-century living museum where costumed guides tell stories about everyday life on the farm. Other attractions include picnic areas, picturesque ponds, nature and exercise trails, and play areas.

Kings Dominion
Route 30 and Interstate 95
Doswell
804-876-5000
www.kingsdominion.com
Thrills and spills are guaranteed at this 400-acre family park with colorful theme areas and world-class roller coasters. Nickelodeon Park offers the messy, hands-on interaction that kids love, while small children can spend hours exploring the tunnels and slides of Kidzville. Waterpark rides and splash pools are available for cooling off in the warmer months.

Laurel Skate Park
10301 Hungary Spring Road
Richmond
804-67-BOARD
www.co.henrico.va.us/rec/recreation-centers-facilities/laurelskatepark.html
BMX bikes, roller blades and skateboards are all invited to share the skating area. The free skate section is open to all ages and includes a six-foot-deep bowl and large half-pipe among its attractions.

Maymont
1700 Hampton Street
Richmond
804-358-7166
www.maymont.org
Pack a picnic and explore the attractions waiting in this 100-acre Victorian estate in the city center. Children love to feed the animals with tidbits from food dispensers located in the farm areas, or spend time petting the rabbits, goats, cows, horses, and sheep. Animal habitats offer a glimpse of bears, fox, bison, owls, and hawks. Even the beautiful Japanese gardens offer a habitat for giant goldfish and turtles.

Metro Richmond Zoo
8300 Beaver Bridge Road
Mosely
804-739-5666
www.metrorichmondzoo.com
The entire family can enjoy this colorful year-round facility with animal attractions that include giraffes to pet and feed as well as rhinos, chimps, primates, penguins, zebras, camels, and tigers.

Putt-Putt Golf & Games
7901 Midlothian Turnpike
Richmond
804-272-4373
www.myputtputt.com
Three miniature golf courses combine with go-karts, bumper boats, and a game room for a family-oriented fun park that sponsors parties and tournaments.

Rappahannock River Cruise
468 Buzzard Point Road
Reedville
804-453-BOAT
www.tangiercruise.com
Just an hour from the center of Richmond, the Captain Thomas offers narrated river cruises that begin with a two-hour ride along the river’s unspoiled shoreline. Catch a close look at the nation’s rare and magnificent national symbol, the bald eagle. These birds nest in the trees and soar over cliffs beside the Rappahannock River, along with another 40 species of migratory birds.

Richmond Canal Cruises
Richmond Waterfront
Richmond
804-648-6549
www.richmondriverfront.com
Enjoy a relaxing, informative 35-minute historically narrated tour or private charter of the James River and the Kanawha Canal along Richmond’s Historic Canal Walk.

Richmond Ice Zone
636 Johnston Willis Drive
Richmond
804-378-7465
www.richmondskating.com
The center provides a variety of programs designed for family enjoyment including daily public skating, home-school skate day, skate lessons, hockey, and accommodations for parties and special events.

Richmond Library Events
Various locations
Virginia Public Library System
www.lva.lib.va.us
Refer to the Settling In section of this guide or search the directories on the Virginia Public Library System website to locate the nearest library. Most libraries schedule storytellers and other fascinating guests.

Rockwood Golf Park
10239 Hull Street
Midlothian
804-276-3765
www.rockwoodgolf.com
Enjoy miniature golf, batting cages, and a driving range at this entertainment center.

Science Museum of Virginia
2500 W. Broad Street
Richmond
804-864-1400
Event Line 800-659-1727
www.smv.org
Situated in the historic Broad Street Train Station, the museum offers more than 250 hands-on exhibits and interactive programs that inspire and delight young visitors. Planetarium shows combine with giant- screen films in the Ethyl Universe Theatre. Interactive fun encompasses leading-edge fields that include astronomy, aerospace, chemistry, physics, computers, crystals, electricity, and telecommunications.

17th Street Farmers Market
100 North 17th Street
Richmond
804-646-0477
www.richmondgov.com/FarmersMarket
Saturdays at the market include Breakfast with a Chef for delicacies prepared with the freshest produce and family programming.

SkateNation Plus
4350 Pouncey Tract Road
Glen Allen
804-364-1477
www.richmondskating.com
This sports center offers public ice skating as well as ice hockey leagues and lessons for various age groups.

Three Lakes Nature Center
400 Sausiluta Drive
Richmond
804-652-FISH
www.co.henrico.va.us/rec/recreation-centers-facilities/three-lakes-nature-center-aquarium.html
The center features a variety of exhibits that give the visitor hands-on knowledge of the plant and animal life of the area, including a 50,000 gallon aquarium for a “fish-eye” view of the underwater world.