Glen Allen Travel Guide

Located in Central Virginia, Glen Allen is a small community with a big city attitude. It boasts exciting outdoor activities, relaxing spa facilities, and tons of great places to eat, as well as a natural beauty that rivals that of far-off, imaginary landscapes. Glen Allen is a peaceful place for a family vacation or a romantic getaway.

Things to Do in Glen Allen

Those who find themselves in Glen Allen won’t be disappointed -- there are dozens of fun things to do. Guests can take a herb-related class and purchase a host of all-natural herbs and herb products at Lavender Fields Herb Farm, tour and experience the wonders of the historic Meadow Farm Museum -- a living historical farm which focuses on rural life in the time before the Civil War --, and spend the day cooling off in Cobblestones Park, which offers a large community pool and a water park known as Splash Zone. Adults who visit can kick their feet up and have a few drinks at the James River Cellars Winery or get a facial or massage at the Scents of Serenity Organic Spa.

Best Places to Stay in Glen Allen

The vacation rentals in Glen Allen are relatively close to the Richmond International Airport, making them ideal for travelers who are just passing through. They are modern in design and feature a number of comforts like wireless internet, cable TV, and spacious living rooms with comfortable furniture.

Best Time to Visit Glen Allen

The best time to visit Glen Allen is May to June and August to October for the ideal, warm but not too warm, weather.

Food in Glen Allen

With an extensive Japanese sushi menu and tasty chili, Tokyo Sushi is one of Glen Allen’s many mouthwatering restaurants. A few others include the Mexican joint, Plaza Azteca, Hondos, specializing in steak, and Sedona Taphouse which serves a variety of delicious late night pub foods.

Best Events in Glen Allen

A few of Glen Allen’s most beloved annual events include the Smoke & Vine Festival, the tree Lighting & Holiday Market, the Day of the Dead Festival, and the Enchanted By the Arts Festival. The Day of the Dead Festival celebrates life and features music, dancing, sweets and tasty treats, art activities, and live performances by the Latin Ballet.

Things to Do for Families in Glen Allen

Guests who bring their children can check out the Children’s Museum of Richmond’s Short Pump location, where they can marvel over a selection of exhibits geared towards toddlers and children under six. Or, they can burn off any excess energy that they may be harboring at the Jumpology Trampoline Arena, which features more than 11,000 square feet of professional-grade trampolines, trampoline sports, and an obstacle course.