Location: Glen Allen
Top Things to do in Glen Allen
Top 10 Things to do in Glen Allen, United States
Glen Allen is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Henrico County, Virginia, United States. The population was 14,774 as of the 2010 census, up from 12,562 at the 2000 census. Areas outside the CDP which use a "Glen Allen" mailing address include residences in neighboring Hanover County.
Restaurants in Glen Allen
1. Escape Room RVA
Overall Ratings
5 based on 99 reviews
You're trapped in a room with only 60 minutes to find the secret passages, solve the codes, dodge the lasers and crack the safe to win the game!Escape Room RVA is the premier immersive escape adventure on the East Coast. Filled with codes, clues, ciphers and curious artifacts, each brilliantly designed room, will fill you with a sense of wonder. Great for groups and team-building, parties, and just doing something new. Located in Richmond, Virginia, Escape Room RVA is designed by Ravenchase Adventures, the industry leader in making awesome sauce. Perfect for team-building, bachelor parties, bachelorette parties, kids birthday parties, adult birthday parties, couples, bored people, nerds, non-nerds, geeks, non-geeks, lovers, players, friends, friends of friends and everyone looking for something new and fun. We are located at the Village shopping center just BEHIND Martins! Look for the ravenchase logo.
Reviewed By HCrowder - Chester, Virginia
Our first experience in an escape room and thoroughly enjoyed. Very nicely done, staging and props, set a nice atmosphere. Challenging, we came so close to solving.
2. James River Cellars Winery
Overall Ratings
4 based on 94 reviews
We are a family-owned and operated farm winery, located just north of Richmond VA. A refreshing change from the ordinary! Our staff serves a tasting of wines from whites to delicious reds and dessert wines in a tranquil country setting. Enjoy a picnic on our beautifully landscaped patio or capture the view from the terrace. James Batterson, winemaker, creates all wines from Virginia grown grapes.
Reviewed By jehenson81
This winery is right on historic Route One just up from 295. It is a cute little place that is in the process of expanding. The tasting menu has 13 wines on it and they had two more open to try. All their wines were very good with a few sweeter ones. I bought a bottle of their sweeter ones.
3. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
VMFA Arts is a top comprehensive US art museum with more than 5,000 years of art from around the world. VMFA is open 365 days a year and general admission is always free. The Wall Street Journal recently stated that VMFA is now a "two day museum."
Reviewed By jennifera64 - Danville, Virginia
Tis place has it all! Paintings, sculptures, furniture, Faberge, artifacts...you name it, they have it! I was pleasantly surprised and how much I enjoyed this museum. It's a lot to take in for one visit so, I will be returning. I would describe this museum as a "mini Louvre." I just cannot say enough great things!
4. Center Of The Universe Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By Jackfred - Ashland, Virginia
Our Ashland Rotary Club met here for an informal social where potential Rotary members came for a meet and greet. The staff at Center of the Universe Brewing was gracious and helpful. They helped us choose a draft beer to suit our tastes and the food that was prepared was delicious with choices for all dietary needs. While there the staff kept checking on every person to make sure everyone had what they wanted. Did I say that their beer is excellent. My experience there was perfect. I'm now a big fan of Center of the Universe Beers!!
5. River City Escape Room
Overall Ratings
5 based on 35 reviews
Located in Richmond, VA, River City Escape Room is Richmond’s ultimate interactive escape experience. A team of 2-10 players will use their intellect and wit to decipher clues and puzzles in order to escape the room within sixty minutes. Do YOU have the skills to escape? Book a room for your next party, night out with family and friends, or your next company team building event.
Reviewed By Raymond J - Outer Banks, North Carolina
My son and I did the Innocent and Speak Easy escape rooms with a group of people we didn’t know and we all worked well together. Both rooms were challenging especially Innocent. I recommend this room only to others who love ERs and have done many, I had not and we were with 4 others who had never done an escape room and we barely cover 60% of the room when our time was up. But I loved how both rooms were detailed to the theme of the rooms and creativeness of the puzzle flow and all the secret doors were a unique surprise too!
6. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
With something for all ages and interests, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a place to learn about plants, to marvel at nature, to relax in a beautiful setting, to take gardening classes, or to have a wedding or a business meeting. A wide variety of experiences are offered through its diverse gardens and facilities. No wonder Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is consistently one of the most-visited attractions in the Richmond, Va., area.
Reviewed By marykarz - Bluffton, South Carolina
We had a wide range of ages in our group--67 being the oldest, and 7 being the youngest. There is a good bit of walking if you see all of the gardens. We all enjoyed it--there are a good many things the kids can do...MoreThanks for taking the time to write a review. We're so glad you enjoyed your visit.
7. Lavender Fields Herb Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By Coccindy
We met family in Glen Allen for lunch after a three hour drive. We had been wanting to go to Lavender Fields so we planned a visit after lunch. Wow, what a disappointment! Very small amount of plants for sale and one small greenhouse. Their country store was in a small shed and was all things Lavender, which is the only place I saw any Lavender. They boast about their Lavender Ice cream like its abundant. There is a small cube freezer with a tiny sign saying "Lavender Ice Cream".
This place is nothing more than someones back yard. I hardly call it a farm. Im SO glad we didnt make a special trip to see it! The website makes it VERY deceiving!
8. Enigma Escape Rooms Richmond
Overall Ratings
5 based on 31 reviews
Enigma Escape Rooms Richmond is the area's newest escape room venue. Designed for groups of 2-8 people, you and your team of players are locked in a themed room for one hour and must figure out how to escape by finding hidden objects and clues, solving puzzles, and other challenging, hands-on experiences. Whether you are looking for a team building venue or just a fun night out, Enigma is it.
Reviewed By sdr432 - Henrico, Virginia
My daughter purchased the time slot for the Escape Room. It was a surprise to my husband upon arrival. Group comprised of adults, teens and kids. We had an absolute Great time deciphering clues together. Didn't know what to expect but was awesome!! Staff was extremely nice and friendly. Would difinitely do it again!!
9. Tom Leonard's Farmer's Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Jeff S - Richmond, Virginia
Have to admit that it is a little funny seeing this in the list of attractions of Glen Allen.. it is a grocery/farmer's market after all. But if you are looking for a grocery with a farmer's market atmosphere then this the place for you. You will find fresh fruits and veggies in season, good prices on quality beef and seafood. You might even smell the bread being baked there. While this is not a one stop grocery stop, this is somewhere to get fruits and veggies, breads, and some delicious salad dressings too.
10. Room Escape USA
Overall Ratings
5 based on 13 reviews
Room Escape USA is the newest Escape Room in RVA! Bring your friends, and experience the exhilarating thrill of Room Escape USA. Geared towards teamwork, you and your friends true character will become visible in this environment. Riddles, clues, and puzzles cannot be solved alone, you must work together to find the solution, and make it out in time. Bring one friend, or bring 5, the choice is up to you.
Reviewed By cslewis1 - Mechanicsville, Virginia
6 family and friends, Saturday afternoon, an hour of great fun. We all enjoyed it. Difficulty of puzzles varied, but process is linear and it helps to keep that in mind so you don't skip something if someone solves something a few steps ahead - could result in missing a clue you need later in the game.
I would recommend it for older teens and up, younger kids probably should have a 1 kid 1 adult ratio, but everyone should have a great time.
It was a first escape room experience for all of us and I am sad to say we got obsessed with a couple of the early puzzles and didn't finish. However we discussed possible dates we could all get together again at dinner immediately after the experience. Go for it,
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