🇺🇸 Solo & Car-Free Travel Guide to Richmond, VA 🚶‍♂️🚌

Perfect for solo travelers without a car who want to explore Richmond efficiently and authentically! 🏠 Accommodation Richmond, the capital of Virginia—the first English colony in North America—is rich in history and offers a quiet slice of American life. The city is compact, so I recommend staying anywhere near Downtown or VCU. Choose an Airbnb over a hostel to experience local living. 2–3 days is ideal. 🚌 Transport Great news: Richmond’s public buses are completely FREE! 🎉 Just hop on. Service isn’t frequent, but it’s relatively reliable. 🏛️ Attractions Here are the must-see spots: Virginia State Capitol 🏛️ Designed by Thomas Jefferson and featured in Spielberg’s Lincoln. Free tours available (last one around 4 PM). Don’t miss the nearby White House of the Confederacy and City Hall. Maymont Park 🌳🦦 A beautiful, vast park with otters, squirrels, and gardens. Free, no reservation needed. Hollywood Cemetery ⚰️🌅 Resting place of two U.S. presidents. Scenic and peaceful—locals often walk dogs or jog here. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) 🖼️🎨 An impressive collection—rivals D.C. museums! Free entry. VCU Campus 🎓 Spread across the city—great for a stroll through open campus areas. Carytown 🛍️🍴 Perfect for shopping and eating. The Byrd Theatre 🎬💵 Catch a classic film for under $10. Book online in advance. Other worthy mentions: Canal Walk, The Poe Museum, Richmond National Battlefield Park. For a quick overview, join a Segway Tour of Richmond! 💡 Tips Richmond is laid-back, with beautiful streets and plenty to see. Well worth a visit if you have time! #USA #TravelUSA #Virginia #SoloTravel #RichmondVA #CarFreeTravel