Richmond ABCs - Letter L
Do you ever end up with some free time, but aren’t quite sure what to do with it? I want to make sure you have plenty of ideas to explore RVA! Because Richmond has so many things to do and activities to offer.
To help you I’ve compiled a list starting with each letter of the alphabet to kick-start ideas of things to do around town. This week I focus on the letter L, here we go!
Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens
Offering year-round beauty on a historic property, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden boasts 50 acres of spectacular gardens, dining, and shopping. With sights and activities for all ages to enjoy, Lewis Ginter is a great place to learn about plants, marvel at nature, relax in a scenic setting, take gardening classes, or host a wedding or event.
Lemaire
Located in the iconic Jefferson Hotel, Lemaire is a fine dining restaurant that focuses on contemporary American cuisine. A popular choice for special occasions, the restaurant has an elegant atmosphere and seasonal menus. Lemaire is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
Libby Hill Park
Libby Hill Park is one of the three original parks in the Richmond park system. The view from Libby Hill Park is said to resemble the view of Richmond on the Thames in England. It’s this high point that is said to have given Richmond its name. Created in the 1850s to offer “breathing places” for citizens to take in healthful air, this park is situated in the Church Hill neighborhood.
Laura Lee’s
Laura Lee’s in a neighborhood restaurant on Semmes Avenue in Southside Richmond. They offer a comfortable space with living walls and a backyard garden patio. They serve up modern American dishes with a Southern twist. They are open for dinner daily and also serve brunch on the weekends.
Library of Virginia
The Library of Virginia celebrates 200 years in 2023. In 1823 the General Assembly created the Library of Virginia to organize, care for, and manage the state’s growing collection of books and official records. Some of the record date back to the early colonial period. The Library occupied rooms in the Capitol in Richmond until 1895. It then moved locations a few times before opening to the public on 800 East Borad Street in 1997. It has the most comprehensive collection of materials on Virginia government, history, and culture available anywhere. Check out their website for hours open to the public for diving into Virginia’s history.
Lunch.Supper!
Lunch.Supper! is one of the first modern eateries in historic Scott’s Addition. It is a cozy and casual restaurant that focuses on serving comfort food. They also offer full service catering on site as well as off site or large order delivery.
Keep exploring RVA
I hope this list sparked some new ideas for you. Get out there and keep exploring this great city.
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