Laurel Travel Guide
Richmond
Popular places to visit
Virginia Commonwealth University
Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your visit to Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
University of Richmond
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Richmond during your trip to Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.
Broad Street
During your trip to Richmond, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Broad Street. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Altria Theater
Enjoy a show at Altria Theater, a popular theatre in Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Spend some time admiring the beautiful and diverse floral displays featured in this superb botanical garden, one of the finest in the country.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
This museum houses Russian jewels, impressionist masters and ancient relics in its vast and varied collection.
Things to do
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in Laurel
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
All was new and in great shape, service was excellent.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Richmond West at I-64, VA
Clean room, good breakfast and amenities.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Motel 6 Richmond, VA - I-64 West
The staff was friendly and very accommodating, especially Amber at the front desk! The room was very nice and better than expected. The location is clean, has a nice laundry room and is close to a lot of restaurants. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
The Jefferson Hotel
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Good food
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Regency Inn Richmond
Yes
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Laurel
Lakeside
You'll enjoy the gardens and art galleries in Lakeside. You might want to make time for a stop at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden or Belmont Golf Course.
Tuckahoe
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in Tuckahoe. You might want to make time for a stop at James River or Regency Square Mall.
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but The Diamond and Science Museum of Virginia are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Museum District
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
Short Pump
Short Pump is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Short Pump Town Center, a top place to visit in the area.
Fan District
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Fan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Monument Avenue or Jefferson Davis Monument.
