The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

1. The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing

9.0
4708 Old Main St (at Orleans St), Richmond, VA
Seafood Restaurant · Shockoe Bottom · 65 tips and reviews

Trevor D.Trevor Dickerson: Fantastic food- especially the scallops & oysters. Great crab benedict at brunch too & awesome views of the RVA skyline. Ask for Ross- best server there!

Jennida C.Jennida Chase: Great view, great food (and drinks), SPECTACULAR service!!!!

Michael R.Michael Ritchey: Atmosphere and view of downtown is best in Richmond. The food was amazing. I had the broiled seafood dinner. Each item had a distinct natural flavor not overpowered by salt like some seafood places.

Libby Hill Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

2. Libby Hill Park

9.0
2801 E Franklin St., Richmond, VA
Park · Church Hill · 22 tips and reviews

Airstream AdventureAirstream Adventure: Find the statue, from there you get a great view of the james river.

Lauren B.Lauren Bacon: Great day date spot and one of the best views of the city!

Lauren B.Lauren Bacon: Best view of the city!

Legend Brewing Company is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

3. Legend Brewing Company

8.2
321 W 7th St, Richmond, VA
Brewery · Old Town Manchester · 92 tips and reviews

FeedbackFeedback: A great view of downtown and excellent beers, made on-site! We're big fans... they hosted our first birthday party as well!

Richard H.Richard Hayes: Biggest deck and best view of downtown are a couple reasons to stop by. Great beer, burgers and wings are some more. Seasonal brews cycle through quickly so be sure and ask what is on tap.

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: Biggest deck and best view of downtown are a couple reasons to stop by. Great beer, burgers and wings are some more. Seasonal brews cycle through quickly so be sure and ask what is on tap.

Hollywood Cemetery is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

4. Hollywood Cemetery

8.6
412 S Cherry St (Albemarle), Richmond, VA
Cemetery · Fan - Oregon Hill - Carver · 32 tips and reviews

Phil W.Phil Williams: Pay respects at the graves of presidents and some of the Civil War's most famous generals. If you're not creeped out, there's a great picnic spot by Monroe's monument with a great view of the river.

Todd R.Todd Rigler: Be sure to check out the views of the James River and Richmond

Austin L.Austin Lackey: One of the great hidden treasures of Richmond. Be sure to check out the iron dog and Monroe's grave. Great views of the James and a relaxing place to enjoy the day

Church Hill Lookout is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

5. Church Hill Lookout

9.2
Richmond, VA
Scenic Lookout · Church Hill · 8 tips and reviews

Rob S.Rob Smith: Thank God the view of Monumental Church is not completely obscured!

Justin C.Justin Curtis: Beautiful view at sunset

Lauren B.Lauren Bacon: Great spot to view downtown richmond and 95

Brown's Island is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

6. Brown's Island

9.4
500 Tredegar St (btwn 5th st. and Tredegar st.), Richmond, VA
Park · Downtown Richmond · 28 tips and reviews

The Flats a.The Flats at West Broad Village: Great View!

The Flats a.The Flats at West Broad Village: Great Place to view!

Preston V.Preston Vienneau: View and music

Belle Isle is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

7. Belle Isle

9.3
300 Tredegar St (James River), Richmond, VA
Park · 47 tips and reviews

Eric F.Eric Fehr: Great for group trips our taking your honey. Wonderful scenery, quiet and relaxing.

The Flats a.The Flats at West Broad Village: Can't wait for the summer to see this beautiful view!

B P.B P: Great view of Richmond from the island. Lots of bike trails to ride with shady, just be careful of runners and pedestrians on tracks.

Jefferson Park is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

8. Jefferson Park

7.5
Jefferson Ave. (E Marshall St.), Richmond, VA
Playground · 8 tips and reviews

DanaDana: One of the best sunset views in the city.

David B.David Bigness: Superb view surrounded by classic architecture. Stop by Alamo for some bbq.

Princess😘 D.Princess😘 Delshawn: Nice view at nite

Virginia State Capitol is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

9. Virginia State Capitol

8.0
1000 Bank St (at N 10th St), Richmond, VA
Capitol Building · Capitol District · 20 tips and reviews

Lynn M.Lynn Miller: If you're hungry, get here early and grab a bite to eat at Meriweather's Cafe. Just $5 for lunch specials with a great view in a nicely cooled space!

Julia L.Julia Lord Nickle: Sit on the steps and soak in some great views of the city.

Shannon J.Shannon Jeropke: The building is pretty but they’ve blocked the view of it with these stupid risers.

Virginia War Memorial is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

10. Virginia War Memorial

9.3
621 S Belvidere St, Richmond, VA
Monument · Downtown Richmond · 9 tips and reviews

Richard E.Richard Efthim: History museum, war memorial, view of the city

Amy S.Amy Sanders: Inspirational, from the quotes above the Galanti Education Center, to the state-of-the-art theater experience, displays, and memorial wall, I gained an appreciation of the cost and value of freedom.

Dave T.Dave Turnbull: Really helpful staff that're happy to show you around

Maymont is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

11. Maymont

9.4
1700 Hampton St, Richmond, VA
Park · Fan - Oregon Hill - Carver · 76 tips and reviews

Mary M.Mary McGowan: Beautiful scenery ....peaceful surroundings. A Sunday morning treat.

Rachel M.Rachel Marie: Gorgeous scenery, definitely stop by the waterfall

rachel f.rachel fox: Everything, such a Beautiful place. Good place to spend the day as a family.

The Rocks At Hollywood Rapids is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

12. The Rocks At Hollywood Rapids

8.6
Belle Isle, Richmond, VA
Beach · 2 tips and reviews

Kathy R.Kathy Richardson: Great level trails for a nice scenic stroll

Trent P.Trent Patterson: Check out The Rocks!

Canal Walk is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

13. Canal Walk

9.1
S 12th Street (Brown Isle), Richmond, VA
Hiking Trail · Downtown Richmond · 18 tips and reviews

Date Night Is...Date Night Is...: Date Night Is... a wander down the Canal Walk with a stop in the graffiti building to check out the artwork! Wonderful views on the river as well.

RVA BadgeRVA Badge: A nice 1.25 mile walk through downtown Richmond, the Canal Walk presents four centuries of Richmond’s history interpreted through medallions, monuments and exhibits. Read more.

Gail A.Gail Ailor: Walking path in the city along the river. Very historic ground.

Boulevard Bridge (Nickel Bridge) is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

14. Boulevard Bridge (Nickel Bridge)

7.1
Virginia State Route 161 (Westover Hills Blvd), Richmond, VA
Bridge · Westover Hills · 7 tips and reviews

Will W.Will Weaver: The pedestrian walkway on this bridge provides a wonderful view down the river of the old train bridge from the early 1900s.

Ronnie B.Ronnie Bailey: Nice view.

Brian A.Brian Artis: It now costs seven nickels to cross. Beautiful view of the James River.

The Cask Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places with Scenic Views in Richmond.

15. The Cask Cafe

8.8
206 S Robinson St (Grayland), Richmond, VA
Beer Garden · The Fan · 14 tips and reviews

MelanieMelanie: Delicious sandwiches, great selection of beers, garage doors open and art to view across the street at the old bus depot........perfect spot!

Elle B.Elle Breezee: Panini with local Sausage Craft sausages!!

RVANewsRVANews: It’s hard to beat the sausage and gouda panini. Get the “Saturday Nite” sausage (made with Hardywood Singel and Sriracha) for a little zing to go with the creamy melted cheese and crunchy Billy Bread.