Location: Richmond
Top Things to do in Richmond
Top Restaurants in Richmond
What to do and see in Richmond, Virginia (VA): The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers
Discover an essential chapter of America's history in the cobblestone streets, river walks and monuments of Richmond. Originally a colonial settlement, Virginia's capital is now a thriving hub for culture, shopping and outdoor fun. Explore Civil War history at the Museum of the Confederacy, stroll along the canal downtown or test your nerve whitewater rafting on the James River. With lively neighborhoods and a vibrant restaurant scene, Richmond is perfect for a quick break or an extended getaway.
Restaurants in Richmond
1. RVA Paddlesports
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 238 reviews
Based on the James River, we offer whitewater kayak instruction for all levels of paddlers. Whether it is your first time in a boat or if you want to paddle a multi-day trip overseas, we offer programs at every step of the way. We also offer whitewater rafting trips on the James in the heart of Richmond, Virginia.
2. Riverside Outfitters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 434 reviews
Riverside Outfitters serves as a hub for outdoor recreation in Richmond and the James River. From guided whitewater rafting, paddleboarding and tree climbing/high ropes challenges, to kayak, canoe and mountain bike rentals, Riverside Outfitters can help design your trip and make sure you have the kind of experiences you're looking for. We also have award-winning summer Outdoor Adventure Camps and offer after-school programs throughout the school year. Shop hours: 7 days a week 9am-5pm
3. Richmond Raceway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 242 reviews
Richmond Raceway is America’s Premier Short Track annually hosting two NASCAR race weekends, featuring the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series, on a ¾-mile D-shaped oval. Richmond Raceway is a regional leader for events including sports, live music and consumer trade shows. The Richmond Raceway Complex’s 1,000 plus acre multipurpose facility hosts more than 200 live events annually including concerts with top national recording artists at Virginia Credit Union LIVE!
Reviewed By T5852AG-Dennis - Allentown, United States
Awesome seats, section G row 16 seat 22, just left of the start/finish line. Let me back up, if you are planning to go make sure you make hotel reservations early the track is right off I955. Parking is free, so the houses and businesses telling you to park here for $20 or $30 unless you like to walk a mile, pass them. If you don’t have any tickets lot 7 is the lot to park to buy your ticket at the track. Take the tram after parking it drops you off close to the gates. The track is a small track, don’t forget ear plugs or some other kind of protection. No cell phone service I was able to take pictures, but not with trip advisor live, the pictures are from the race track and from me. The one photo I snapped a picture of rubber laying all around the track. I hope you enjoy if you go. See attached pictures, I hope this was helpful ????????
4. Segway of Richmond
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
Segways are a perfect way to tour Richmond and super easy to use! Cover more ground than walking, but still get up close to all the amazing things Richmond has to offer - history, street art, and more! Join us with your friends, family, or coworkers for a Segway tour around our beautiful city!
5. G-Force Karts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 94 reviews
OPEN FOR THE SPRING! Guess who's back... and badder than ever! We are open for the 2020 season, and now running our crazy “Off Road” experience in addition to our “High Speed” karting! Our hours change from season to season, so please visit www.GForceKarts.com for hours, pricing and more. In Spring 2019, we moved from our long time home on Carolina Avenue to an outdoor Karting track located on the grounds of Richmond Raceway Complex, known simply as "HIGH SPEED!" This crazy intense outdoor karting track is more than twice as long as our older indoor track, with karts that go as fast as 60 MPH! Our new home for “High Speed” karting is at 800 E. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222 - Gate 2. In the Spring of 2020, we opened our new “OFF ROAD” experience, featuring Polaris RZR racing on a dirt track (also on the grounds of the Richmond Raceway Complex). This experience is like nothing else in Richmond!
6. Rusty Wallace Racing Experience
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
Drive a racecar with the Rusty Wallace Racing Experience at Richmond Raceway. Drive like the NASCAR Pros with the fastest stock car racing experience in the country! Choose from 4 - 50 laps. All laps are hot laps. No pace car to follow. No instructor in the car with you. Instructed via radio from your spotter. Passing allowed! Ride Alongs from a pro driver available as well.
7. Breakout Games - Richmond
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
This isn’t your average outing or everyday experience—Breakout is for those who would rather solve mysteries than watch someone else have all the fun. With different rooms that follow unique story-lines, you and your friends will have 60 minutes to escape your adventure of choice by cracking codes, solving puzzles and following clues. Part problem solving, part adrenaline, end-to-end fun!
Reviewed By Sunshine51669632532 - Richmond, United States
It was our first time at Breakout, but we’ve been to other escape room companies before. We did the kidnapping room this time. It was very fun, the staff was great (Thanks Jordan!) and provided helpful hints when it was appropriate but not hints that really gave anything away so it didn’t feel like we were cheating, just kind of a nudge in the right direction when we were stuck on something too long, general things like “that will be helpful later”. The room was intricately set up and felt more realistic than other rooms we’ve done before. The whole experience was EXCELLENT and we will definitely be returning to Breakout!
