Named for the distinctive layout of its streets, the Fan District holds a prestigious listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Take a break from viewing Richmond homes for sale to explore these fascinating spots that are favorites of our real estate agents. 

Places to Visit in the Fan District This Winter

Kuba-Kuba - Richmond, VA

Address: 1601 Park Ave., Richmond, VA 23220

Heat up a chilly day with some Caribbean spice at Kuba-Kuba, an iconic restaurant founded in 1998. Kuba-Kuba's tres leches cake was celebrity baker Duff Goldman's pick for Food Network's Best Thing I Ever Ate.

Cuban-Spanish dishes on the menu include:

• Four types of paella, including vegetarian
• Ropa vieja, a stew of shredded beef flank, green peppers, and onions

Hours are 9 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday.

Altria Theater - Richmond, VA

Address: 6 N. Laurel St., Richmond, VA 23220

When the spectacular Altria Theater opened in October 1927, it was "among the ten greatest in the United States." Nearly 100 years later, the Altria is still one of the more stunning buildings in Richmond, offering the best in live entertainment.

Check out these upcoming events:

• Beauty and the Beast: The Musical (3/3 - 3/8)
• Dancing with the Stars: Live! (3/13)

Visit the website for full schedule and pricing.

Institute for Contemporary Art - Richmond, VA

Address: Virginia Commonwealth University, 601 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA 23220

There's always something new to see at VCU's Institute for Contemporary Art. Instead of housing a permanent collection, the ICA hosts an ever-changing selection of exhibitions, performances, and programs.

Mark your calendar for these special events:

• "Living to Learn" workshop conducted by author Noah Simblist
• ICA Chef Residency Dinner: Khmer Communal Tasting Menu (3/14)

The ICA is open from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. every day except Sunday, and admission is free.

The Branch Museum of Design - Richmond, VA

Address: 2501 Monument Ave., Richmond, VA 23220

Are you aware of how much the concept of design affects your everyday life? The Branch Museum of Design is one of only a handful of American institutions dedicated to examining the relationship between design and culture. 

Here's a sampling of exhibitions and events on the winter schedule:

• Undeniable: The Designs of Christian Siriano and Ashley Longshore (through 3/22)
• Yoga with Erin Lingo (every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.)
• The 2026 season of Live at the Branch Mini Concert Series

Hours are 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1 - 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $10 for ages 7 and up.

Trial & Error - Richmond, VA

Address: 1606 W. Main St., Richmond, VA 23220

In addition to a number of first-class craft breweries, RVA boasts a quality small-batch distillery in Trial & Error, located in the heart of the Fan District. Trial & Error shares a roof with Bombolini Pasta, the first successful collaboration for husband-and-wife team Lolita and John.

Stock your bar cart with some of these creative spirits:

• Lime-, grapefruit-, orange-, or lemon-flavored rum
• Serrano pepper-flavored vodka
• Aquavit, a type of gin that substitutes caraway and dill seeds for juniper

Trial & Error is open 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 1 - 7 p.m. Sunday.

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