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Fan District

West Main St and North Boulevard, Richmond, VA
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Ranked #29 of 74 attractions in Richmond
4.5 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Description: Italianate, Queen Anne, and Colonial Revival architectural styles predominate along this 85-block-long Victorian historic district.
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Richmond, Virginia, United States
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“Architecture! Architecture! Architecture!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

You could walk the narrow streets of The Fan all day long and see something unique in each building you pass. It never ceases to amaze me what was built in early 20th century Richmond. And there are plenty of small parks, shops and restaurants throughout. More

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Richmond, Virginia
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“Have fun but be safe”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Always a good time had by all. Don't drink and drive. Ride the To the Bottom and Back bus. Remember to tip your servers and bartenders. Call a cab if you even question yourself if you are unsure to drive. Go see the polar bear on Main St More

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Richmond, Virginia
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“A pleasant Walk in the warm parts of the year”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012
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Historic trendy neighborhood, with lots of little restaurants More

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Cleveland, Ohio
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“Beautiful Area - Worth a Visit if You Can Find Parking”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 October 2011
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This is a beautiful area of Richmond to wander through; the challenge however is to find a place to park. There are great houses, some neat shops (not as much as Carrytown) and a vibrant atmosphere. The downside is the lack of parking and the lack of a good map focused on the items not to be missed. The City... More

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