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10 Things to Do in. . . Richmond

The Old and the New South rub shoulders in Virginia's state capital. But while Civil War history may be a major part of Richmond's draw, the city also boasts Victorian neighborhoods, impressive museums and sophisticated restaurants.

Washington Area

The White House: Taking the Tour

Mount Vernon: Striving for Authenticity

Lee Mansion: Washington as Dividing Line

Ford's Theatre: Symbol of a Slain President

Douglass House: The Abolitionist's Anacostia Estate

Virginia

Charlottesville: "Mr. Jefferson's" Neighborhood

Fredericksburg: Small Town, Large History

Richmond: Full of Must-See Sites

Norfolk: Big Ships Built Here

Williamsburg: Virginia's Colonial Heritage