British colonists first settled in the area in 1620 and when you visit this city, you’ll see why. Its location near the Appomattox River makes it a stunning and resourceful place to live and visit. It’s only fitting that a city dating back centuries would have historical attractions like forts and old houses, but don’t let the city’s footing in history fool you! There are even places for you to treat yourself to a thing or two in a local mall and get active in the great outdoors of Colonial Heights, VA.
Hotels in this area make it easy to strap on your shoes and recharge before a day out on the town. You can learn about the history of Colonial Heights at Fort Clifton, a Confederate stronghold along the Appomattox River before enjoying a picnic or walk along the riverbank. It’s location on a high bluff at the junction of the Appomattox River and Swift Creek made it a formidable defensive bastion and today, serves as a place to soak up history and beautiful Virginia scenery. Depending on when you go, you may even catch the Fort Clifton Festival, an annual event with Civil War relic exhibits and re-enactors. Nearby Fort Clifton is the Old Brick House, the oldest brick structure in the region which you can tour. Violet Bank Museum is another great home that serves as a beautiful example of Federal design and American interior decorative arts. It also served as General Lee’s Headquarters during the Siege of Petersburg. You can view Civil War artifacts in this Virginia landmark before strolling the beautiful gardens that surround the building.
Come back to present day by enjoying what pioneers didn’t have access to back in the day, a mall! The Southpark Mall is the premier shopping destination for the local Tri-Cities area so feel free to take a day to just relax and enjoy your vacation. You can truly feel at ease when you book with Choice Hotels in Colonial Heights, VA to enjoy your journey back in time or to simply get away from it all.