With its Federal-style mansions, deep historical roots and dazzling natural beauty, Richmond offers a breathtaking setting for your engagement photography or wedding photography session. As the capital of Virginia and one of America’s oldest cities, couples can pose before the 18th-century St. John’s Church or fast-forward to modern Americana in the Ashland neighborhood where local art galleries, live music venues and farmers markets abound. Visit Maymont Park for a pristine slice of nature with waterfalls splashing in the background. Another reason Richmond is one of our best engagement locations? You can cruise hundreds of miles of bike paths or take a day trip to a nearby beach for some playful shots. Don’t forget to put 48 Fields Farm, Carytown and Forest Hill Park on your destination list.

 

03. CARYTOWN
 

Richmond isn’t all proper history and revered landmarks. It has a quirky side, too, which happens to reside in Carytown. Stretching one intriguing mile, this urban retail district lines Cary Street at the southern end of the city’s Museum District. Carytown draws admirers for its eclectic attitude and distinctive character. A must-stop along the way of your engagement photography session? The famed Byrd Theatre for a little cinematic flair. This restored movie palace has operated continuously since 1928. Colorful bookshops, charming cafes and the deco-era Cary Court Shopping Center are also photogenic spots for your wedding photography. Fun fact: This ever-changing neighborhood intentionally avoided historic designation so that its creative storefronts could stand out as loud, expressive and fun. Just one of the many reasons why its one of the best engagement locations in Richmond.

02. FOREST HILL PARK
 

Get in touch with nature, and each other, at Forest Hill Park—a breath of fresh air for engagement photography in Richmond. Listed in Virginia's Historic Register, Forest Hill Park is a delightful and historic location for your wedding photography session, too. It’s been restored in recent years, and now features a wealth of natural amenities that let you two relax and capture natural moments at its many playgrounds, picnic shelters, tennis courts and walking trails. As a partial wetland, you just might spot wildlife making a cameo in your photos. Time your session right and this lush park transforms into a winter wonderland that invites sledding and spontaneous snowball fights. In any season, we think Forest Hill Park is one of Richmond’s best engagement locations.

01. 48 FIELDS FARM
 

Just a day trip away from Richmond in Leesburg, Virginia, is 48 Fields Farm, a delightful country location for your engagement photography or wedding photography session. A century-old farm in the heart of Loudoun wine country and vineyards, the estate boasts three historic barns and two houses set on 48 acres of lush fields and rolling hills. Explore the white dairy barn that leads to wide open spaces of tall grasses, secluded forest and wandering streams. The weathered, humble farm is both sincere and elegant, a perfect balance of rustic and romantic, which paints a lovely backdrop for your photos. Here, you’ll capture memories in the making at one of the best engagement locations in the Richmond area.