The Richmond Zoo, lying in Chesterfield County, has more than 600 animals, all living in a natural habitat. The beaches of Virginia have an array of activities to offer. The Virginia Beach features attractions such as the Virginia Beach Oceanfront Waterpark,
and Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science. One of the best known attractions of the state is the sister islands of Assateague and Chincoteague. The islands together offer, from beaches, restaurants, galleries to unique museums and bicycle trails.

Visit the largest living history museum in the world at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation which best recreates the eighteenth century for its visitors. Virginia Living Museum is an eclectic mix of Wildlife Park, aquarium, botanical preserve and planetarium.

Virginia boasts of a lively culture exhibited in the various festivals held in the state, like the American Music Festival and the Olde Towne Holiday Music Festival. Witness a complete celebration of art, music and literature at the Leaf and String Festival, held in Galax.