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The Metro Richmond Zoo lets your kids get up close to the animals. They'll marvel at the towering beauty of the giraffes as they get a chance to actually pet them. They'll giggle uncontrollably when they hear the orangutan whistle or watch the monkeys monkey around with each other. The kids will have plenty to see as the zoo features more than 400 animals in their natural habitat attraction. It'll be a day full of wild fun, so be sure to stop at the zoo's gift shop to pick up a neat souvenir to commemorate your family's very own safari.

Richmond's Altria Theater has the distinction of being one of the city's most well-known and unusual buildings. Built in 1926 by the Shriners as their Acca Temple Shrine, the theater has since become a showplace that has welcomed several of the world's most famous entertainers to its stage. The theater prides itself in presenting some of the best productions in the country, and the Altria Theater consistently attracts enthusiasts both young and old who enjoy a great evening of fine entertainment.

Richmond's Legend Brewing Company more than lives up to its name. This is a favorite nightlife spot of many locals, and it's easy to see why. The bar features a great view of the James River near Belle Isle and that's just the beginning. Beer lovers gravitate to Legend for the incredible selection of the best homemade brews that include porters, brown ales and pilsners that taste even better when enjoyed with the menu's equally impressive selection of appetizers. Find your spot out on the patio and you have the makings of a truly legendary good time at Legend's.

The Haunts of Richmond offers a frighteningly good time as it offers you a chance to tour Shockoe Bottom, Richmond's oldest and most haunted neighborhood. This tour brings to life the city's legends and ghost stories more vividly than any 3D movie ever could. This experience is brought to life by the authors of Haunted Richmond: The Shadows of Shockoe, and their expertise and personal stories only make this tour all the more dramatic.