From lively concert venues to beautifully crafted wall murals to charming local businesses, Downtown Richmond serves as the most artistic and diverse cultural hub in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Planning my trip:
- How far away is the destination from the Regent campus?
- 98 mi./158 km.
- How long would it take me to arrive via automobile?
- approx. 2 hrs
- Is public transportation an option? If so, where can I find the nearest station?
- Yes; Norfolk (see Wanderu Bus & Train Deals)
Preparing for my destination:
- Setting: What’s the setting?
- Urban
- Expenses: What’s the cost? Are there any additional expenses?
- Free; personal purchases (dining, clothing, performance tickets, etc.)
- Time: How long can I stay?
- As long as you can afford, financially and educationally
- School: Where are the best study spots?
- Cafes (see Best Study Spots)
- Parks (see Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities)
- Libraries (see Richmond Public Library)
- Wi-Fi: Does it offer free Wi-Fi?
- Depends on the buildings and businesses
- Pets: Are pets welcome?
- Yes in public; varies in businesses
- Smoking: Is smoking allowed?
- Yes in public; varies in businesses
- Disabilities: Is it accessible and accommodating for disabled individuals?
- Yes for the street and most parks, but elsewhere depends on the buildings
- Extra: Where can I access more information on events, attractions, public services, etc.?
Bathroom Mural in Lamplighter Roasting Company || 1719 Summit Avenue
Greenroof of Virginia Commonwealth University’s (VCU’s) Pollak Building || 325 N. Harrison Street
1011 W. Grace Street
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