3 days in Midlothian, Chesterfield & Chester Itinerary

Midlothian, Virginia is an unincorporated town in Chesterfield County, Virginia, U.S. Founded over 300 years ago as a coal town, it is now a suburban community located west of Richmond, Virginia and south of the James River in the Greater Richmond Region.It was named for the early 18th-century coal mining enterprises of the Wooldridge brothers. On the 19th (Fri), take in nature's colorful creations at Chadwick & Son Orchids and then stroll around Robious Landing Park.

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Richmond to Midlothian is an approximately half hour car ride. In March, daytime highs in Midlothian are 57°F, while nighttime lows are 36°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Fri) to allow time for the car ride to Chesterfield.

Chesterfield Court House is an unincorporated community that is the county seat of Chesterfield County, Virginia, United States. For photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Chesterfield trip planner.

Chesterfield is very close to Midlothian. Expect a daytime high around 57°F in March, and nighttime lows around 36°F. On the 20th (Sat), you'll travel to Chester.

Chester is a census-designated place (CDP) in Chesterfield County, Virginia, United States. Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sat): take in the history at Petersburg National Battlefield Park and then steep yourself in history at Point of Rocks. On the next day, make a trip to General Grant's Headquarters at City Point, take in the history at Berkeley Plantation, then contemplate the long history of Westover Plantation, and finally examine the collection at Pocahontas Island Black History Museum.

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Chester is just a stone's throw from Chesterfield. In March, daytime highs in Chester are 57°F, while nighttime lows are 36°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) to allow time to drive back home.