Richmond, Virginia blends a compact, walkable city core with a lively food and craft-beer scene, thriving arts and music venues, and easy outdoor access along the James River for kayaking, trail runs and historic riverfront walks—ideal for multi-week stays when you want more than a bland hotel. Neighborhoods like the Fan, Carytown and Scott’s Addition offer convenient short‑term housing, cafés, markets and regular events.
Quick weekend escapes include historic Williamsburg (about 50 miles) and the university town of Charlottesville (about 70 miles) for vineyards, mountain hikes and colonial sites.