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FAMILY ATTRACTIONS \/ AMUSEMENTS <\/strong><\/p>\n

Busch<\/strong> Gardens<\/strong> & <\/strong>
\nWater Country USA<\/strong>
\n176 Water Country Parkway
\nWilliamsburg
\n800-343-7946
\nwww.buschgardens.com<\/a>
\nRichmond residents have an easy two-hour drive to one of the nation\u2019s most popular entertainment destinations. Consistently acclaimed as America\u2019s Most Beautiful Theme Park, the luxurious Busch Gardens in Williamsburg provides a spectacular European-themed park that combines with the mid-Atlantic\u2019s largest water park, Water Country USA for a world of thrills.<\/p>\n

Children\u2019s Museum of Richmond<\/strong>
\n2626 West Broad Street
\nRichmond
\n877-295-2667
\nwww.c-mor.org<\/a>
\nChildren 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.<\/p>\n

Ashland<\/strong> Berry<\/strong> Farm<\/strong>
\n12607 Old Ridge Road
\nBeaverdam
\n804-227-3601
\nwww.ashlandberryfarm.com<\/a>
\nThe 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.<\/p>\n

Bogeys<\/strong> Sports Park<\/strong>
\n1675 Ashland Road
\nRichmond
\n804-784-1544
\nwww.bogeyssportspark.com<\/a>
\nEnjoy a sprawling 22 acres of fun-filled family adventure with a miniature golf course, batting cages, a driving range, and other amusements and attractions.<\/p>\n

Crump<\/strong> Park<\/strong> & <\/strong>
\nMeadow<\/strong> Farm Museum<\/strong>
\n3400 Mountain Road
\nGlen Allen
\n804-501-5520
\nwww.co.henrico.va.us\/rec\/recreation-centers-facilities\/meadowfarm.html<\/a>
\nEnjoy 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.<\/p>\n

Kings Dominion<\/strong>
\nRoute 30 and Interstate 95
\nDoswell
\n804-876-5000
\nwww.kingsdominion.com<\/a>
\nThrills 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.<\/p>\n

Laurel<\/strong> Skate Park<\/strong>
\n10301 Hungary Spring Road
\nRichmond
\n804-67-BOARD
\nwww.co.henrico.va.us\/rec\/recreation-centers-facilities\/laurelskatepark.html<\/a>
\nBMX 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.<\/p>\n

Maymont<\/strong>
\n1700 Hampton Street
\nRichmond
\n804-358-7166
\nwww.maymont.org<\/a>
\nPack 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.<\/p>\n

Metro Richmond Zoo<\/strong>
\n8300 Beaver Bridge Road
\nMosely
\n804-739-5666
\nwww.metrorichmondzoo.com<\/a>
\nThe 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.<\/p>\n

Putt-Putt Golf & Games<\/strong>
\n7901 Midlothian Turnpike
\nRichmond
\n804-272-4373
\nwww.myputtputt.com<\/a>
\nThree miniature golf courses combine with go-karts, bumper boats, and a game room for a family-oriented fun park that sponsors parties and tournaments.<\/p>\n

Rappahannock<\/strong> River<\/strong> Cruise<\/strong>
\n468 Buzzard Point Road
\nReedville
\n804-453-BOAT
\nwww.tangiercruise.com<\/a>
\nJust an hour from the center of Richmond, the Captain Thomas offers narrated river cruises that begin with a two-hour ride along the river\u2019s unspoiled shoreline. Catch a close look at the nation\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n

Richmond<\/strong> Canal<\/strong> Cruises<\/strong>
\nRichmond Waterfront
\nRichmond
\n804-648-6549
\nwww.richmondriverfront.com<\/a>
\nEnjoy a relaxing, informative 35-minute historically narrated tour or private charter of the James River and the Kanawha Canal along Richmond\u2019s Historic Canal Walk.<\/p>\n

Richmond Ice Zone<\/strong>
\n636 Johnston Willis Drive
\nRichmond
\n804-378-7465
\nwww.richmondskating.com<\/a>
\nThe 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.<\/p>\n

Richmond<\/strong> Library Events<\/strong>
\nVarious locations
\nVirginia Public Library System
\nwww.lva.lib.va.us<\/a>
\nRefer 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.<\/p>\n

Rockwood<\/strong> Golf Park<\/strong>
\n10239 Hull Street
\nMidlothian
\n804-276-3765
\nwww.rockwoodgolf.com<\/a>
\nEnjoy miniature golf, batting cages, and a driving range at this entertainment center.<\/p>\n

Science<\/strong> Museum of Virginia<\/strong>
\n2500 W. Broad Street
\nRichmond
\n804-864-1400
\nEvent Line 800-659-1727
\nwww.smv.org<\/a>
\nSituated 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.<\/p>\n

17th Street<\/strong> Farmers Market<\/strong>
\n100 North 17th Street
\nRichmond
\n804-646-0477
\nwww.richmondgov.com\/FarmersMarket<\/a>
\nSaturdays at the market include Breakfast with a Chef for delicacies prepared with the freshest produce and family programming.<\/p>\n

SkateNation Plus<\/strong>
\n4350 Pouncey Tract Road
\nGlen Allen
\n804-364-1477
\nwww.richmondskating.com<\/a>
\nThis sports center offers public ice skating as well as ice hockey leagues and lessons for various age groups.<\/p>\n

Three Lakes Nature Center<\/strong>
\n400 Sausiluta Drive
\nRichmond
\n804-652-FISH
\nwww.co.henrico.va.us\/rec\/recreation-centers-facilities\/three-lakes-nature-center-aquarium.html<\/a>
\nThe 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 \u201cfish-eye\u201d view of the underwater world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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