Richmond car rental and Richmond, VA Accommodations Overview
Richmond is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is an independent city and not part of any county. When you visit with your Richmond car rental, you will find the Greater Richmond Area, which includes Richmond, surrounded by Henrico and Chesterfield counties.
A brief history of Richmond
Before 1607, the Richmond area was inhabited by the Powhatan tribe. In 1606, James I granted a royal charter to the Virginia Company of London to settle in North America. After the first permanent settlement was established at Jamestown, Captain Christopher Newport led explorers northwest up the James River and erected a cross on one of the small islands in the middle part of the river that runs through downtown. The first settlement within the current city limits was in 1609 in the district known as Rockett's. By 1673, William Byrd I was granted lands on the James River that included the first settlement. It was named Richmond because the view to the River Thames from Richmond Hill was remarkably similar. The settlement was laid out in 1737 and was incorporated as a town in 1742. At the time of the American Revolution, Virginia was the largest of the 13 colonies. Richmond was crucial in deciding Virginia's participation in the First Congressional Congress and helped set the course for revolution. After the war, Richmond emerged as an industrial center and was a cross road of transportation and commerce.
Exploring the neighborhood
Richmond's original street grid was laid out in 1737. Modern downtown is a bit further west than the original area set out by the planners. The neighborhoods of Shockoe Bottom is historically significant and a great place to start with your Richmond car rental. In the Monroe Ward, you will find the Jefferson Hotel, which is a luxury hotel that opened in 1895 and has served some of the biggest celebrities. Other neighborhoods to explore include Church Hill with your Richmond car rental.
Go Green in Richmond
Richmond car rental travelers are encouraged to go green during their upcoming Virginia vacation, thanks to the city's numerous "Travel Green" certified hotels. Designed to help reduce waste and minimize energy consumption, these urban accommodations are perfect for on-the-go Richmond car rental travelers. For an affordable green option, Triangle recommends the Best Western Richmond Airport hotel and the Holiday Inn Express Richmond hotel. In fact, environmentally friend features can be found in all Best Western, Intercontinental Hotels and Hilton accommodations.
Enjoy a romantic moment at a B&B
If you're looking to ramp up the romance on your upcoming Richmond car rental vacation, look no further than the city's historic inns and charming bed and breakfast establishments. These classic accommodations will add an air of sophistication to almost any Richmond car rental vacation, providing you and your sweety with spacious rooms and friendly service. B and B's worth checking out during your upcoming Richmond car rental vacation include Maury Place on Historic Monument Avenue, the Museum District Bed and Breakfast, Grace Manor Inn, and Linden Row Inn. Richmond car rental travelers will enjoy all the comforts of home at a Richmond bed and breakfast, along with a warm, homecooked meal and personal, attentive service. Don't forget the slogan - Virginia is for Lovers - reserve a romantic bed and breakfast guestroom today.
When you visit with your Richmond car rental, you will find there are many things to do and places to stay. From arts to history, Richmond has been an important part of the nation's history. For more information on local accommodations and attractions, Triangle Rent A Car recommends visiting the official Richmond Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau online at www.visitrichmondva.com. Richmond car rental travelers can also drop by the bureau, which is located at 401 North 3rd Street for more detailed information.
