Virginia State University Tours

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Virginia State University is a public, historically black college located in Petersburg, Virginia. The university is the first fully supported, four year institution for African Americans in the United States and is one of two land-grant colleges in the State of Virginia.

The university was founded on March 6, 1882 as the Virginia Normal and College Institute after the state legislature passed a bill sponsored by Delegate Alfred W. Harris, a black attorney, which chartered the university. The state established the university to serve the needs of a population that was at the time excluded from other public institutions in Virginia. Virginia Normal and College Institute opened as a teacher training college for both male and female black students but it also included a modest liberal arts curriculum. @ Virginia State University

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Virginia State University has for many years been a prestigious center of teaching and learning. Discover some of this institution's great achievements made throughout its time.

After you've visited Virginia State University, a historic university in Central Virginia, you might be after more things to do. Southpark Mall is nearby and is a favorite with many travelers.

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Hotel Arboretum

Northeast

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8/10 Very Good! (1,178 reviews)

I thought there would have been a coffee maker in the room lots of noise from workers working nearby betting on the wall with hammer woke me up around 8:00 am not happy. Staff was great room was very clean

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

Downtown Washington D.C.

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Atlanta (ATL) to Washington (DCA)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,084 reviews)

Did not eat at the hotel.

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Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters

Downtown Washington D.C.

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Atlanta (ATL) to Washington (DCA)

7.6/10 Good! (1,022 reviews)

Clean room and friendly staff.

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Popular places to visit

This amazing tree was planted in 1718. A Magnolia Acuminata that is native to Virginia. Oh, the things this beautiful tree must have seen for 300 years. #Golden

Violet Bank Museum

You can study the exhibits at Violet Bank Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Colonial Heights. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Southpark Mall

4/5(150 reviews)

During your visit to Colonial Heights, you can enjoy retail therapy at Southpark Mall. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Rogers Stadium

Catch an event at Rogers Stadium during your trip to Petersburg. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Trapezium House

Learn about the local history of Petersburg when you take a trip to Trapezium House. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Sycamore Rouge Theatre

Enjoy a show at Sycamore Rouge Theatre, a storied theater in Petersburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Siege Museum

5/5(2 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Siege Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Petersburg. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Hotel Petersburg, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

20 West Tabb Street Petersburg VA

Best Inn

555 E Wythe St Petersburg VA

Rodeway Inn At Fort Lee

4911 Oaklawn Blvd Hopewell VA

Best Western Plus Hopewell Fort Lee

3950 Courthouse Road Hopewell VA

Hampton Inn by Hilton Petersburg Fort Lee

11909 S Crater Rd Petersburg VA

Holiday Inn Express and Suites - Petersburg - Fort Lee by IHG

11979 S Crater Rd Petersburg VA

Suburban Studios Chester

2403 W Hundred Rd Chester VA

Fairfield Inn By Marriott Richmond Chester

12400 Redwater Creek Rd Chester VA

SpringHill Suites Chester

12301 REDWATER CREEK ROAD Chester VA

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