The Black Pine Guidebook
Shopping
Rest In Pieces
349 S Laurel StSuper fun and eccentric oddities shop right around the corner!
CobbleStore Vintage
Food scene
Delicious and vibrant local diner! Great for breakfast, fun beer, and dessert. Walkable from The Black Pine!
18 locals recommend
821 Cafe
825 W Cary StDelicious and vibrant local diner! Great for breakfast, fun beer, and dessert. Walkable from The Black Pine!
Incredible food and atmosphere. Quite possibly my favorite restaurants in Richmond. Don't miss out on the Swiss Chard or Lentil & Eggplant Flatbread!
17 locals recommend
Dinamo
821 W Cary StIncredible food and atmosphere. Quite possibly my favorite restaurants in Richmond. Don't miss out on the Swiss Chard or Lentil & Eggplant Flatbread!
Be sure to book a table in advance! It's only a couple of blocks away from The Black Pine. This article in Southern Living says it all...https://www.southernliving.com/souths-best/lopossum-richmond
38 locals recommend
L'opossum
626 China StBe sure to book a table in advance! It's only a couple of blocks away from The Black Pine. This article in Southern Living says it all...https://www.southernliving.com/souths-best/lopossum-richmond
Upscale dining located inside the historic Jefferson Hotel. Great for special occasions!
15 locals recommend
Lemaire
101 W Franklin StUpscale dining located inside the historic Jefferson Hotel. Great for special occasions!
Elevated “junk” food and fun bar owned by and themed after the art rock band, GWAR.
24 locals recommend
GWARbar
217 W Clay StElevated “junk” food and fun bar owned by and themed after the art rock band, GWAR.
Sightseeing
A short hike from your stay, Belle Isle is a playground in the middle of the James River. There's history, rock climbing, mountain bike trails, rocks on which to sunbathe and rapids in which to swim. A great way to spend a sunny afternoon!
276 locals recommend
Belle Isle
1 Belle IsleA short hike from your stay, Belle Isle is a playground in the middle of the James River. There's history, rock climbing, mountain bike trails, rocks on which to sunbathe and rapids in which to swim. A great way to spend a sunny afternoon!
Awesome views of the James River from a pipeline walkway. Rocks are great for sunbathing and swimming.
36 locals recommend
James River Park Pipeline Walkway
310 S 14th StAwesome views of the James River from a pipeline walkway. Rocks are great for sunbathing and swimming.
Established in 1847, Hollywood Cemetery is a fully operational cemetery located in Richmond, Virginia. Located on the banks of the James River in the state capital of Virginia, the cemetery spans 135 acres of valleys, hills, and stately trees. Its natural and architecutral beauty sets it apart from the grid-like layout of modern cemeteries and its natural beauty has earned its recognition as a registered arboretum.
Hollywood Cemetery
Established in 1847, Hollywood Cemetery is a fully operational cemetery located in Richmond, Virginia. Located on the banks of the James River in the state capital of Virginia, the cemetery spans 135 acres of valleys, hills, and stately trees. Its natural and architecutral beauty sets it apart from the grid-like layout of modern cemeteries and its natural beauty has earned its recognition as a registered arboretum.
Theaters
A true Richmond gem, this movie palace is host to second run modern movies, film festivals, and classics. If you're lucky, you'll catch a performance of the might Wurlitzer organ before a showing!
156 locals recommend
Byrd Theater
2908 W Cary StA true Richmond gem, this movie palace is host to second run modern movies, film festivals, and classics. If you're lucky, you'll catch a performance of the might Wurlitzer organ before a showing!
Gorgeous historic theater! Host to Off-Broadway plays, musicals, comedians, music, etc. Walking distance from The Black Pine!
50 locals recommend
Altria Theater
6 N Laurel StGorgeous historic theater! Host to Off-Broadway plays, musicals, comedians, music, etc. Walking distance from The Black Pine!
Neighborhoods
Unique art and student community with historic row homes, easy access to the James River and walkable to the heart of Richmond.
Oregon Hill
Unique art and student community with historic row homes, easy access to the James River and walkable to the heart of Richmond.
Traveler advice
What to pack
Pack your walking shoes!
There are so many great restaurants, outdoor activities, and shopping within walking distance from The Black Pine. Exploring Richmond by foot can lead to magical discoveries!
Don't miss
Murals, murals everywhere!
Our beautiful city is filled with murals by artists from all over the world. Take your time and explore while keeping an eye out for larger-than-life art.
Getting around
Walking, Bike Share, Lyft, Driving...it's all a breeze!
Richmond is very easy to navigate with little traffic and simple streets.
Don't miss
Museums!
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts has a world class collection and gorgeous spaces in which to chill. The Institute of Contemporary Art will keep you fresh! The Virginia Museum of History and Culture will teach you about the past in a fun and beautiful setting. The Science Museum of Virginia and the Children's Museum are side by side making it easy to explore both with your family.