In the southern state of Virginia you will find the city of Richmond. Richmond is uniquely called the city of neighborhoods as each neighborhood in Richmond has a very unique look and identity, as though they were all cities on their own.
One of the must see attractions in Richmond is Belle Isle. This is an island set slap bang in the middle of the James River. It has some trails for walking and cycling and can be accessed via the Lee Bridge on Tredeger Street.
You should also make a point to go to the waterfront development on the bans of the James River. It is also called Canal Walk and is a great neighborhood for shopping dining and nightlife. You will also be able to catch boat rides from here and to walk along the riverfront. Some of the historical landmarks are very clearly marked out along the walk.
If you are flying to Richmond you can go directly to Richmond International Airport which is serviced by most of the domestic American airlines. Once you have arrived your best bet would be to get a rental car for your travels in and around Richmond. They city does however have a bus system called the Greater Richmond Bus Company which you will be able to use to travel inside the city.
There are also taxi services available from the airport into Richmond and also inside the city. It is always good to have a number on hand when you need taxi as you do not want to stand around waiting for too long. You could also have a car rental from Hertz, Avis, or Budget and have the freedom to travel when and where you want without a strict schedule to worry about.
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