Metro Richmond Zoo (804) 739-5666
8300 Beaver Bridge Rd
Moseley, VA 23120
www.metrorichmondzoo.com
Metro Richmond Zoo presents more than 600 different animals in their natural habitats. It’s located about 20 minutes west of Richmond.

Three Lakes Nature Center and Aquarium (804) 261-8230
400 Sausiluta Dr
Richmond, VA 23227
This park is centered around three lakes. There’s an extensive trail system, and a nature center with a 50,000 gallon aquarium.

Belle Isle State Park (804) 462-5030
1632 Belle Isle Rd
Lancaster, VA 22503
This park runs along the Rappahannock River, and there’s rental canoes, boats, and bikes available.

Deep Run Park
9900 Ridgefield Pkwy
Richmond, VA
There’s two fishing ponds, soccer and baseball fields, a pavilion, and more on this park’s 167 acres.

Henricus Historical Park (804) 706-1340
251 Henricus Park Rd
Chesterfield, VA 23832
www.henricus.org
Founded in 1611, the city of Henricus was England’s second successful town here. Now there’s guides in period dress to show visitors just what life was like in the 17th century.

James River Park (804) 646-8911
22nd St
Richmond, VA
There are plenty of outdoor activities at this park on Richmond’s south side. Kayaking, walking tours, and bird watching are all common.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden (804) 262-9887
1800 Lakeside Ave
Richmond, VA 23228
www.lewisginter.org
The botanical garden has formal Victorian gardens and an 1888 Victorian manor on its 24 acres. There’s gardens specifically for kids, too, and a wetland exhibit.

Maymont (804) 358-7166
2201 Shields Lake Dr
Richmond, VA 23220
This downtown park has gardens, walkways, and a Victorian home dating from 1890. There’s also a petting zoo for children.