Hotel Petersburg near Fort Lee and Petersburg Battlefield
The Country Inn & Suites hotel in Petersburg, Virginia is near a wealth of historic sites and attractions. Conveniently located south of Richmond off I-95 and near I-85, our Petersburg hotel provides easy access to the Old Towne district, Centre Hill Museum and the Siege Museum. While staying at this hotel near Richmond International Airport, guests may also enjoy proximity to Petersburg entertainment at the Southpark Mall, Virginia Motorsports Park and Walnut Hill Lanes. Whether visiting Petersburg for a business meeting, a vacation or a historical tour, guests are sure to love our accommodations near historic Petersburg sites.
Petersburg attractions near the Country Inn & Suites Hotel in Petersburg, Virginia:
Walnut Hill Lanes This popular bowling and entertainment center has plenty of activities, food, music and bowling lanes for the entire family to enjoy. (804) 732-5321 2147 S Crater Rd Petersburg, VA 23805 1.1 miles from hotel
Petersburg Regional Art Center With two large art galleries and over 70 studios, this art center gives local artists opportunities to display their work for all to admire. (804) 733-8200 132 N Sycamore St Petersburg, VA 23803 3.7 miles from hotel
Petersburg National Battlefield Come visit this important Civil War battlefield that preserves key sites from the Petersburg siege. This site also has trails and an informative visitor's center. (804) 732-3531 1539 Hickory Hill Rd Petersburg, VA 23803 4 miles from hotel
Centre Hill Museum This historic mansion takes visitors through the lifestyle of a prominent antebellum family and illustrates the history of Centre Hill and its role in the Civil War. (804) 733-2401 1 Centre Hill Ct Petersburg, Virginia 23803 4 miles from hotel
Siege Museum Through documents, artifacts and photos, this museum documents the 10-month siege on Petersburg during the Civil War. (804) 733-2404 15 W Bank St Petersburg, VA 23803 4.5 miles from hotel
Farmers' Bank Built in 1817, the Farmer's Bank in Petersburg is one of the oldest banks in the United States and one of the nation's only bank museums. Surviving the Civil War, this three-story building still displays its original bank vault. (804) 733-2400 19 Bollingbrook St Petersburg, VA 23803 5.6 miles from hotel
Fort Lee During WWI and WWII, Fort Lee was a base for US Quartermaster Training. Today, Fort Lee continues to serve as an excellent training ground for the US Army. (804) 734-7451 1321 Battle Dr Fort Lee, VA 23801 5.8 miles from hotel
Southpark Mall For Petersburg area shopping, the Southpark Mall features more than 80 name-brand stores, boutiques and restaurants. This Mall is a great place to visit on your Petersburg vacation. (804)526- 230 South Park Cir Colonial Heights, VA 23834 6.7 miles from hotel
Pamplin Historical Park & National Museum of the Civil War Soldier This National Historic Landmark is also recognized as one of America's premier Civil War history attractions. This park has plenty of activities to interest visitors of all ages. (804) 861-2408 6125 Boydton Plank Rd Petersburg, VA 23803 7.4 miles from hotel
Virginia Motorsports Park This 500-acre facility boasts a Drag Strip, Mud Bog Pit and a Motor Cross facility that has spectator seating and VIP tours. (804) 862-3174 8018 Boydton Plank Rd Petersburg, VA 23803 13.5 miles from hotel
Berkeley Plantation One of America's greatest estates, the Berkeley Plantation was the birthplace of President William Henry Harrison as well as Benjamin Harrison, who signed the Declaration of Independence. This is a gorgeous historic site and was home to one of Virginia's first great families. (804) 829-6018 12602 Harrison Landing Rd Charles City, VA 23030 19.6 miles from hotel
Take a day trip to one of these great Virginia attractions near Petersburg:
Kings Dominion For thrilling rides, live shows, roller coasters and water park fun, take the whole family to Kings Dominion. (804) 876-5400 16000 Theme Park Way Doswell, VA 23047 49 miles from hotel
Colonial Williamsburg Explore homes, shops and public buildings where men like Thomas Jefferson and Patrick Henry began our nation's revolution. You can enjoy activities and entertainment for the whole family in this quaint, scenic town. (800) 447-8679 Williamsburg, VA 23187 49.5 miles from hotel
Busch Gardens Williamsburg Find fun for the entire family at Busch Gardens with ten main stage shows, exciting adventure rides, a variety of authentic shops and dining and an unforgettable children's area. (800) 343-7946 One Busch Gardens Blvd. Williamsburg, VA 23187-8785 53 miles from hotel
About Richmond
As the capital of Virginia and one of America's most historic cities, Richmond has been called the "perfect blend of old and new." Today, Richmond is a thriving cosmopolitan center, offering a wealth of cultural, business, entertainment and educational possibilities. Sightseers can set out on a leisurely cruise along the scenic James River. And history buffs can attend a re-enactment of Patrick Henry's 'Give me liberty or give me death' speech at St. John's Church or venture back to the Civil War at Richmond National Battlefield Park, which draws in 200,000+ people annually. Other popular sites include Hollywood Cemetery, Monument Avenue and the Museum of the Confederacy. As for historic houses, Berkeley Plantation was home to Declaration of Independence signer (and Virginia Governor) Benjamin Harrison and his son, President William Henry Harrison; and Maymont is the only fully intact Victorian estate in the country. Just a short drive away you'll find Thomas Jefferson's Monticello and Colonial Williamsburg.
Did you know?
Each Memorial Day weekend, the world's largest softball tournament is held in Richmond. The Round Robin softball tournament is held in parks throughout the Richmond area.
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