Petersburg, VA

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city of petersburg, virginia
city of petersburg, virginia
Historic Row Houses Along the Street in Petersburg Virginia
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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

Where to stay in Petersburg

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Home to Virginia State University, this area boasts historic landmarks like Vawter Hall and Old President's House, and offers convenient access to the Petersburg Amtrak train station.

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Woodspring Suites Petersburg Near Fort Lee

Woodspring Suites Petersburg Near Fort Lee

2.5 out of 5
3657 South Crater Road Petersburg VA
The price is NT$2,508 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
NT$2,508
NT$2,892 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petersburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dogwood Trace Golf Course and Petersburg National ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (54 reviews)
Basic but clean and fresh. Comfortable bed. Minimalist decor. Kitchen has stove top, large fridge, sink, and microwave. It’s not equipped for cooking or eating so I brought my own pots and pans, dishes and flatware. No dish detergent or sponges-sort of a tease to have a nice kitchen without the necessary ...

Reviewed on 2026/3/9

Woodspring Suites Petersburg Near Fort Lee
Hampton Inn by Hilton Petersburg Fort Lee

Hampton Inn by Hilton Petersburg Fort Lee

2.5 out of 5
11909 S Crater Rd Petersburg VA
The price is NT$3,098 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
NT$3,098
NT$3,480 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Petersburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (402 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2026/3/10

Hampton Inn by Hilton Petersburg Fort Lee
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Petersburg, VA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Petersburg, VA

2.5 out of 5
130 Wagner Road Petersburg VA
The price is NT$3,175 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
NT$3,175
NT$3,660 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Petersburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2026/3/10

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Petersburg, VA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tourist Home of Richmond - Church Hill North Apt09

Tourist Home of Richmond - Church Hill North Apt09

2 out of 5
1619 N 28th St Richmond VA
Stay at this apartment in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Broad Street and Dabbs House Museum & Henrico County Tourist Information Center are ...
Tourist Home of Richmond - Church Hill North Apt09
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Petersburg

3.6
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
59
5 - Excellent 19%
4 - Good
116
4 - Good 37%
3 - Okay
102
3 - Okay 32%
2 - Disappointing
18
2 - Disappointing 6%
1 - Terrible
20
1 - Terrible 6%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Petersburg is not a bad place. It has its ups and downs just like any other city in the United States and I like phat Phillies restaurant behind the motel.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Over all area

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Petersburg is not a bad place to stay. Like any city it has its ups and downs but if you just stay to yourself and family you will be fine.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Downtown Petersburg did not have any dining options, many run down houses, closed stores

4/5 - Good

Alex

I love the restaurant behind the hotel called Phat Phillies. It's great.

4/5 - Good

Jack

Based on the sites mentioned here, I would like to revisit. However, no way would I recommend Flagship Inn. No blanket? come on. I just wanted out of there.

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