By D. Gregory Perrin
Richmond
Virginia
Virginia
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Richmond ColiseumPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Richmond International SpeedwayPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Science Museum of RichmondPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
State HousePhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Museum of the ConfederacyPhoto By: Museum of the Confederacy -
White House of the ConfederacyPhoto By: Museum of the Confederacy -
Canal BoatsPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Richmond Airport (RIC)Photo By: IHG Hotel Group
Known best for its place in the illustrious history of the American Civil War, Richmond, Virginia is not only a treasure trove of historical sites, but also a tranquil city where vacationers can go to relax and get away from the hustle of their normal lives. EscapeWizard.com invites you to book your next vacation to Richmond, Virginia, the city once known as the Heart of the Confederacy.
Virginia’s state capital can be frequented via the Richmond International Airport (RIC), which is near both Interstates 64 and 295. You can book your flight to Richmond through EscapeWizard.com with the simple click of your mouse by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php). Then, when purchasing your hotel accommodations, view our top hotel selections in Richmond below. Our top choice would undoubtedly be the Holiday Inn because the staff is extremely pleasant to all guests. Vacationers can book with EscapeWizard.com by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) to view the amazing rates our site can find for you.
After you get settled in your room, EscapeWizard.com highly suggests starting your Richmond sightseeing tour by heading to the Museum of the Confederacy on East Clay Street. Here, visitors can walk through a 3 story museum that has one of the largest collections of Civil War artifacts from the Confederate States of America. Then, you can go next door and tour through the White House of the Confederacy and see where Jefferson Davis made countless decisions during the Civil War. For more information, follow this link (http://www.moc.org/site/PageServer). Another great Civil War site, on the river is Tredegar Iron Works and Civil War Center. It was here that cannons and other firearms were produced by the Confederacy during the Civil War. Vacationers can see the remnants of the original building and learn even more about the war.
Richmond is also a very interesting place because you can see prominent Civil War figures how they were in life and their final rest place. Monument Avenue is a great way to see statues of President Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, and other Confederate leaders. Then, you can go to Hollywood Cemetery and see the gravesites of J.E.B. Stuart, President Davis, and nearly 20,000 Confederate soldiers.
The city of Richmond is the third capital of Virginia which was preceded by Williamsburg and originally Jamestown. The State House of Virginia has special significance because President Thomas Jefferson was one of the architects that worked on its creation. It was Jefferson’s vision to model the State House after the Maison Carrée, which is an ancient building from the era of the Roman Empire that is located in Southern France. Although the capital of the state was moved to Richmond in 1780, it wasn’t until 1792 that the Virginia General Assembly first met it in the building. The Capitol Building offers tours as well as other sites on the grounds. One such site is the George Washington Equestrian Monument that was erected just before the Civil War. Another monument on the grounds is the Civil Rights Monument that was just unveiled in 2008.
Here at EscapeWizard.com, we highly recommend one option to end your day of sightseeing on Saturdays or Sundays. The Richmond City Hall offers vacationers the opportunity to go up on their 19th floor Observation Deck to taken in mesmerizing views of the city. It is open till 10 p.m. on the weekends and is the best way to end the day in this magnificent city. EscapeWizard.com suggests trying to make it to this destination to watch the sunset over the city, as it's truly breathtaking.
For night life, the best section of Richmond to frequent is Careytown, which has a lot of restaurants, bars and events year round. Visitors can see what’s going on in Careytown by following this link http://www.carytownrva.com/. Another excellent option in the city is the Legend Brewing Co., which is one of the largest microbreweries in Central Virginia.
All in all, EscapeWizard.com highly recommends planning your next vacation to Richmond, Virginia. The opportunity to learn about the long past of our beloved country and the peaceful environment will make your trip worth every penny.
Virginia’s state capital can be frequented via the Richmond International Airport (RIC), which is near both Interstates 64 and 295. You can book your flight to Richmond through EscapeWizard.com with the simple click of your mouse by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php). Then, when purchasing your hotel accommodations, view our top hotel selections in Richmond below. Our top choice would undoubtedly be the Holiday Inn because the staff is extremely pleasant to all guests. Vacationers can book with EscapeWizard.com by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) to view the amazing rates our site can find for you.
After you get settled in your room, EscapeWizard.com highly suggests starting your Richmond sightseeing tour by heading to the Museum of the Confederacy on East Clay Street. Here, visitors can walk through a 3 story museum that has one of the largest collections of Civil War artifacts from the Confederate States of America. Then, you can go next door and tour through the White House of the Confederacy and see where Jefferson Davis made countless decisions during the Civil War. For more information, follow this link (http://www.moc.org/site/PageServer). Another great Civil War site, on the river is Tredegar Iron Works and Civil War Center. It was here that cannons and other firearms were produced by the Confederacy during the Civil War. Vacationers can see the remnants of the original building and learn even more about the war.
Richmond is also a very interesting place because you can see prominent Civil War figures how they were in life and their final rest place. Monument Avenue is a great way to see statues of President Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, and other Confederate leaders. Then, you can go to Hollywood Cemetery and see the gravesites of J.E.B. Stuart, President Davis, and nearly 20,000 Confederate soldiers.
The city of Richmond is the third capital of Virginia which was preceded by Williamsburg and originally Jamestown. The State House of Virginia has special significance because President Thomas Jefferson was one of the architects that worked on its creation. It was Jefferson’s vision to model the State House after the Maison Carrée, which is an ancient building from the era of the Roman Empire that is located in Southern France. Although the capital of the state was moved to Richmond in 1780, it wasn’t until 1792 that the Virginia General Assembly first met it in the building. The Capitol Building offers tours as well as other sites on the grounds. One such site is the George Washington Equestrian Monument that was erected just before the Civil War. Another monument on the grounds is the Civil Rights Monument that was just unveiled in 2008.
Here at EscapeWizard.com, we highly recommend one option to end your day of sightseeing on Saturdays or Sundays. The Richmond City Hall offers vacationers the opportunity to go up on their 19th floor Observation Deck to taken in mesmerizing views of the city. It is open till 10 p.m. on the weekends and is the best way to end the day in this magnificent city. EscapeWizard.com suggests trying to make it to this destination to watch the sunset over the city, as it's truly breathtaking.
For night life, the best section of Richmond to frequent is Careytown, which has a lot of restaurants, bars and events year round. Visitors can see what’s going on in Careytown by following this link http://www.carytownrva.com/. Another excellent option in the city is the Legend Brewing Co., which is one of the largest microbreweries in Central Virginia.
All in all, EscapeWizard.com highly recommends planning your next vacation to Richmond, Virginia. The opportunity to learn about the long past of our beloved country and the peaceful environment will make your trip worth every penny.
Hotels in Richmond
By Adam J. Mohney
Holiday Inn Express
201 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA
201 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA
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Meeting RoomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Double Bed GuestroomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Front DeskPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Breakfast BarPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Fitness CenterPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Jacuzzi SuitePhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
King Bed GuestroomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group
In the confines of Holiday Inn Express Richmond-Downtown are 100 comfortable guest rooms and 20 suites. After booking on EscapeWizard.com, guests of Holiday Inn Express Richmond-Downtown will enjoy the comforts of Holiday Inn's Simply Smart bedding with triple-sheeting. In addition to a comfortable bed, guests will also appreciate the available mini-refrigerator, coffee maker, ironing supplies and hair dryer. Also available in-room at Holiday Inn Express Richmond-Downtown are; a spacious work desk, 27-inch color television with in-room movies, a telephone with voicemail capabilities and high speed wireless internet access.
Holiday Inn Express Richmond-Downtown features a 24-hour fitness center on-site for guests looking to stay in shape. Another more extensive fitness center near the hotel can be used for a small fee. EscapeWizard.com guests traveling by vehicle will also appreciate the available valet service.
EscapeWizard.com users looking to dine well during their stay in Richmond, Virginia will enjoy the variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner options near Holiday Inn Express Richmond-Downtown. The friendly staff is more than happy to make dining recommendations to guests unfamiliar with the area. Holiday Inn Express Richmond-Downtown guests will also be able to kick off their day with Holiday Inn's Express Start continental breakfast, available every morning.
The rich history and beautiful bends of the James River in Richmond, Virginia can be easily affordable for any and all. Book Holiday Inn Express-Richmond Downtown on EscapeWizard.com now and you won't sacrifice location for cost. Click here to get started (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Holiday Inn Express Richmond-Downtown features a 24-hour fitness center on-site for guests looking to stay in shape. Another more extensive fitness center near the hotel can be used for a small fee. EscapeWizard.com guests traveling by vehicle will also appreciate the available valet service.
EscapeWizard.com users looking to dine well during their stay in Richmond, Virginia will enjoy the variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner options near Holiday Inn Express Richmond-Downtown. The friendly staff is more than happy to make dining recommendations to guests unfamiliar with the area. Holiday Inn Express Richmond-Downtown guests will also be able to kick off their day with Holiday Inn's Express Start continental breakfast, available every morning.
The rich history and beautiful bends of the James River in Richmond, Virginia can be easily affordable for any and all. Book Holiday Inn Express-Richmond Downtown on EscapeWizard.com now and you won't sacrifice location for cost. Click here to get started (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).