Richmond, VA
Travel Guide
Visit Richmond
Where to stay in Richmond
Downtown Richmond
Explore the central business district, home to Fortune 500 companies and architectural gems like the Virginia State Capitol. Discover vibrant nightlife in Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip districts.
Short Pump
Boasting shopping centers like Short Pump Town Center and West Broad Village, this suburban area offers a variety of restaurants, a skating rink, and a bowling alley for entertainment.
Fan District
Boasting a long stretch of Victorian architecture, this residential area is home to VCU's Monroe Park Campus, tree-lined avenues, and numerous parks. Explore local cafes, restaurants, and the nearby Virginia Center for Architecture at Branch House.
North Chesterfield
While North Chesterfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chesterfield Towne Center and River City Sportsplex.
Tuckahoe
You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and gardens in Tuckahoe. You might want to make time for a stop at James River or Regency Square Mall.
Brandermill
Surrounded by the Swift Creek Reservoir, this suburban area offers 15 miles of walking and cycling trails, parks like Sunday Park and Nuttree Park, and an 18-hole golf course at the Brandermill Country Club.
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
The Jefferson Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel
Landing Apartments near Virginia Union University
Popular places to visit
Virginia Commonwealth University
Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your stay in Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
University of Richmond
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Richmond, during your trip to Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the charming coffeehouses while you're in the area.
Broad Street
During your trip to Richmond, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Maymont Park
After visiting Maymont Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Richmond. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.
Altria Theater
Enjoy a performance at Altria Theater, a storied theater in Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts during your travels in Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do
Richmond Downtown Walking Tour
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond
Other places like Richmond
- Short Pump Town Center
- Kings Dominion
- Virginia Commonwealth University
- Greater Richmond Convention Center
- University of Richmond
- Broad Street
- Richmond Raceway
- Maymont Park
- Altria Theater
- The National
- Carytown
- Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
- James River
- Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
- Southpark Mall
- River City Sportsplex
- Henrico Sports & Events Center
- Chesterfield Towne Center
- Randolph-Macon College
- Shockoe Slip
- Meadow Event Park
- Dorey Park
- Science Museum of Virginia
- Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
- Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront
- Virginia Union University
- Iron Bridge Sports Park
- Chippenham Hospital
- Henrico Doctors' Hospital
- Virginia State Capitol
- White Oak Village
- Edgar Allan Poe Museum