British Embassy

Creative and custom toppings are piled atop waffles and paired with coffee or cocktails.

Capitol Waffle Shop

Capitol Waffle Shop-Midlothian

Because Richmond’s canals were so narrow, “turning basins” were specially constructed so long barges and passenger boats could turn around. Richmond’s original Great Basin stood between 8th and 11th streets and Cary and Canal streets, and was connected by a series of locks to the Richmond dock. In 1998, a new turning basin for the restored canal was constructed between Virginia and 14th streets. Public art commemorates the original Great Basin as the center of commerce. You will find this installation in the James Center Atrium located next to the Omni Richmond Hotel at 12th and Cary streets. The Great Turning Basin historic marker can be reached from the intersection of South 10th and East Cary streets. More than 22 historic markers are within walking distance of the Turning Basin and Riverfront Canal Walk.

Turning Basin

Richmond, Virginia's most popular Taphouse concept with 40 craft beers on tap. Featuring a full patio, arcade, event spaces and something on the menu for everyone! Happy Hour from 3:00PM - 7:00PM Wednesday - Friday with discounted apps & alcohol.

Southern Railway Taphouse

Seafood, hand-cooked steaks and lots of wine. Chesapeake-crab pasta, jumbo lump crab cakes and more. Jazz on Friday evenings.

Hard Shell

Sexy Miami-esque Bar/Restaurant/Nightclub in Shockoe Slip Downtown RVA catering to the LGBTQIA+ Community!

Papi's

Biking. Canal Cruises. Outdoor activities. Nature. Art. History. Restaurants. Stretching 1.25 miles along the James River and the Kanawha and Haxall Canals, the Canal Walk presents centuries of Richmond’s history, from Powhatan's Chiefdom to the first commercially successful electric streetcar system in the world. The bike-friendly Canal Walk connects the Virginia Capital Trail and Low Line gardens on the east to Brown's Island and Belle Isle on the west. Take a 40 minute narrated historic tour on the Riverfront Canal Cruises from the first weekend in April to the 2nd weekend in November. Explore the area and discover the April 1865 exhibit, located on Brown's Island, hanging over the James River and connecting to the Potterfield bridge, a popular biking and walking bridge. History is interpreted through medallions, monuments and exhibits. The Richmond Slave Trail connects through the Canal Walk. The old hydroelectric plant is adorned with a gallery of street art murals. There are over 75 restaurants and 40 attractions and activities within walking distance.

Riverfront Canal Walk

We offer coffee and wine sourced from unique growers and vintners from around the world. Bateau serves breakfast and dinner menu items. With a full espresso bar for morning coffee runs or breakfast meetings. And an elegant dinner menu that includes vegetarian options. We are passionate about our coffee and our wine offering and are proud to offer one-of a-kind coffee and wine selections. We work to provide an elegant and warm environment situated at the Canal’s turning basin. Enjoy a glass of pinot while listening to live jazz by the fire or a cup of South African Sumatra while experiencing the breeze from the water.

Bateau

Located along the Historic Canal Walk, Casa Del Barco is Richmond’s newest destination for redefined Mexican cuisine. Entrées such as Beef Barbacoa Enchiladas and Sizzling Fajitas are made with fresh, local ingredients to create an exciting dining experience. Our list of over 130 tequilas (Central Virginia's largest) is still growing and pleases the casual spirit sippers to the most seasoned aficionados. Materials from the historic 1890s Reynolds Metals Italianate building were repurposed into tabletops as well as a ceiling feature that allows guests to sign and hang tequila bottles as they're emptied!

Casa del Barco at Canal Walk

We’re a community of runners, hikers, bikers and ballplayers. We’re an outdoor playground, designed by Mother Nature, with class III and IV rapids running right through our downtown. A 52-mile bike trail runs along the James. The Richmond Marathon and Ukrop’s 10k are huge celebrations, and the whole region comes out to cheer on our local teams. In fact, we’re so sports-minded that the Washington Redskins have their training camp right in the center of the city. Add to that awesome hotels, beautiful venues, attractions, art, craft beer, more than 900 restaurants and a convenient location, and you’ve got a top choice for your next sports event. Welcome to RVA!

From indoor to outdoor facilities, the Richmond region has the fields, pitches, diamonds, venues and the dedicated staff to ensure your event is a huge success. 



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Discover the rich diversity of South Africa’s wine country in this engaging class. From the historic vineyards of Stellenbosch to the cool-climate regions of Walker Bay and beyond, we’ll explore how tradition and innovation shape today’s wines. Learn about signature grapes like Chenin Blanc and Pinotage alongside international varieties thriving in these unique terroirs. Along the way, enjoy a guided tasting of six wines that showcase the depth, character, and vibrancy of the Cape Winelands.

Wines of South Africa

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