We ventured to the eastern shore of Virginia. The quaint town of Cape Charles was the perfect place to spend the day.
Cape Charles
First Landing State Park
This beautiful state park is the site of the first English colonialists landing in 1607. Today it’s a campground, trails and beach. The Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean meet. Ten dollar parking is good for the entire day.
Virginia Beach
Virginia Fine Arts Museum
This museum has a nice variety of art from many eras. I liked the Faberge exhibit – so much gold! The outdoor art and grounds were spectacular.
American Civil War Museum
Richmond was the capitol of the Confederacy and this museum does a nice job of explaining the history of the war and details of the fight.
Maymont Park
A beautiful park, mansion, stone barn and gardens once owned by the Dooley family. This is the perfect spot for a picnic and walk or bike ride.
Belle Isle
A footbridge takes you to Belle Isle. Trails along the James River are stunning. Used as a Union prisoner-of-war camp during the Civil War, Belle Isle is now a popular place to walk and hike.
Church Hill
Church Hill is a historic district that overlooks the city and the James River. Libby Hill Park offers a prime view of the city and St. John’s Church is where Patrick Henry gave his famous speech, “Give me liberty or give me death.”
Hollywood Cemetery
The Hollywood Cemetery is a primarily confederate and two US presidents burial site. 18,000 confederate soldiers are buried here. The cemetery is like a garden and well-maintained. It was established in 1849 and runs along the James River. The variety of tombstones and crypts were really fascinating.
Richmond, VA
Out and about in Carytown and the Fan District.
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