Founded in 1737 at the furthest navigable point on the James River,
RICHMOND
remained a small outpost until just before the end of the colonial era, when independence-minded Virginians, realizing that their capital at Williamsburg was open to British attack, shifted it fifty miles further inland. The move to Richmond failed to offer much protection - the city was raided many times and twice put to the torch, once by troops under the command of Benedict Arnold.
Arrival And Information :
Two hours by car from Washington DC via I-95, which cuts through the east side of downtown, Richmond is also served by Amtrak which pulls into 7519 Staples Mill Rd, five miles northwest of downtown, and Greyhound, which stops just off I-64 at 2910 N Blvd, also a good way from the center. The large
airport
, ten miles east of downtown, is served by major carriers and has a small visitor center (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; tel 804/236-2360) in the arrivals terminal. More Richmond information...
CHURCH HILL 6 BLOCKS / RICHMOND The Omni Richmond Hotel centrally located in the heart of Richmond-s historic district. It is approximately 15 miles from Richmond-s National Airport.
STATE CAPITOL / RICHMOND Located in the heart of Richmond's (Va.) historic downtown, the Marriott Richmond Hotel is a few blocks away from diverse nightlife, eclectic dining options and shops galore.
Call toll free..
US and Canada: 1-800-780-5733
Europe: 00-800-11-20-11-40
Use discount code: 89865
