The population of Richmond, Virginia is 229,395, according to the last census. There are many things residents say they love about living in the River City. Only In Your State gives a list of those reasons.
1. It's "The Best Town Ever"
In 2012, Outside Magazine listed Richmond as "the best town ever." Many residents agree with that assessment.
2. The arts
A Gogobot study shows that residents love the incredible murals around the city. The study rated Richmond as the "Most Artistic Mid-Sized City in America."
When living in Richmond, you’ve got an incredible art scene at your fingertips. Admire street art from some of the country’s top creators on buildings throughout the city through the Richmond Mural Project.
See some of the finest collections of Art Nouveau and South Asian art in the world at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Browse or buy original works by standout artists at the annual two-day Arts in the Park festival each May.
3. The music
Richmond satisfies music lovers whether they love jazz, classical, gospel, or something else. Impressive musical acts are always at the Richmond Symphony.
Richmond has impressive schools at all levels of education. With over 33,000 students, Virginia Commonwealth University is one of the largest schools in Virginia. Other colleges include Virginia Union University and J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College.
According to Forbes, Richmond is the third of the ten best places for finding employment. Richmond is one of America’s best mid-sized cities for jobs. The River City Fortune 500 companies, such as CarMax, Dominion Energy, and Markel.
7. Festivals
Richmond has several festivals throughout the year. Enjoy live folk music at the Richmond Folk Festival and the Richmond Jazz and Music Festival. Attend the HeART & Soul Brewfest for hearty soul food, hip-hop concerts, and an epic urban art collection.
8. Family destination
TripAdvisor has named Richmond a "Top Historical Family Destination." There’s no shortage of things to do with kids in and around Richmond. Watch monkeys swing from trees, feed the giraffes, or try your hand at the Treetop Zoofari Course at Metro Richmond Zoo. Explore over 50 acres of gardens or bring your kids to family-friendly events like Storytime at the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
9. Sports
Sports fans find plenty of spectator sports to check out. Experience the rush of a NASCAR race at Richmond Raceway. Root for the Richmond Flying Squirrels as they hit home runs at The Diamond.
10. Historic sites
Richmond is full of historic sites and museums. St. John’s Episcopal Church is where Founding Father Patrick Henry delivered his “Give me liberty or give me death!” speech at the start of the Revolution. Visit the Enchanted Garden and the Edgar Allen Poe Museum.
11. Free public transportation
Since the pandemic, there has been free public transportation to help people get to their jobs and around the city. Riding the bus in Richmond is still free.
Richmond is one of the top beer destinations in the country. Sample a little bit of everything with a trip down the Richmond Beer Trail, totaling 35 stops.
13. Outdoor activities
Richmond has plenty of outdoor activities to keep residents from being bored. There is whitewater rafting, jogging, or bird-watching at James River Park. A 52-mile path of the Virginia Capital Trail is ideal for biking. Go rock-climbing, take a walk, or sit and enjoy the waterfront from the riverbank at Belle Isle.
Small business is the soul of Richmond's economy, and the city has been named in the top 10 best cities for overall small business friendliness in the country.
15. Night Life
Richmond’s nightlife provides experiences for all. Places include The National. Dance to live music, sing karaoke, and attend live party events at Visions Dance Club. Enjoy live jazz with a glass of wine with friends at C’est le Vin.
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