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Virginia Washington Monument – Virginia State Capitol loop from Richmond

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Virginia Washington Monument – Virginia State Capitol loop from Richmond

Moderate

5

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Virginia Washington Monument – Virginia State Capitol loop from Richmond

02:04

7.54km

120m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 4, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.82 km

Libby Hill Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is one of the three original parks in Richmond's park system. The view from this area is said to have influenced the city's name, as from this point, the James River historically resembled that of Richmond-upon-Thames, England.

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3.60 km

Church Hill Overlook

Viewpoint

3

6.15 km

Voices from the garden.

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4

6.34 km

Virginia Washington Monument

Highlight • Monument

In Richmond’s Capitol Square, a striking statue of George Washington rises above the crowd. Cast in bronze, Washington sits tall on horseback, while figures like Jefferson and Patrick Henry stand …

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5

6.62 km

Virginia State Capitol

Highlight • Historical Site

The Virginia State Capitol in Richmond has served as the seat of the Virginia General Assembly for over two centuries. Designed by Thomas Jefferson and inspired by classical Roman architecture, …

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B

7.54 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.29 km

1.06 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.70 km

1.40 km

1.36 km

< 100 m

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Tuesday 7 July

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