Petersburg Things to Do

Established as a frontier fort in 1645, Petersburg grew to become a successful commercial center by the mid-1850s. Towards the end of the Civil War, northern troops used the city as a means to overtake nearby Richmond, capital... more

This driving tour follows General Robert E. Lee's route from Petersburg to Appomattox. With stops, allow two hours for the tour, then extra time to explore the sites at Appomattox Court House. Begin with the site of Lee's withd... more

Touring in Petersburg? Get help from the knowledgeable staff at Petersburg Visitors' Center. Find all the literature required to make your stay here easier and stress free. Whether it's a list of restaurants, tourist attraction... more

Three million men fought in the Civil War and the exhibits at this museum comprehensively demonstrate their circumstances and ideologies. Other attractions at Pamplin Historic Park include Tudor Hall Plantation, an 1812 Greek-... more

Imagine a chicken costing $50! This excessive price was demanded of Petersburg citizens during the Civil War. The largest siege of any American city took place here when, for ten months, Union troops relentlessly attacked to fa... more