Fan District Travel Guide
Richmond
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Popular places to visit
Monument Avenue
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Monument Avenue during your visit to Richmond. Discover the area's art scene and monuments.
Jefferson Davis Monument
Find out about the history of Richmond with a stop at Jefferson Davis Monument. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Short Pump Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Short Pump Town Center, a favourite shopping spot in Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.
Kings Dominion
Bring your family to Kings Dominion and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Richmond Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in Fan District
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
Will definitely stay again
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Nice location just north of downtown, close to VCU. Excellent bar and restaurant.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Lovely hotel with beautiful rooms and very helpful staff. Location is convenient for VCU Medical Center and the Capitol. The in house restaurant is pub style and food quality was excellent. If you want something more formal just across the street is the Tobacco Company (also excellent); something ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Review for The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond Richmond has always held a special place in my heart as the city I grew up in, and coming back for a visit was a true pleasure. I never had the opportunity to stay at The Jefferson Hotel before, and I’m so glad I finally did. From the moment I arrived, it ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Love staying here. Great service. Good food and drinks.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Commonwealth
The best room I’ve ever seen!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fan District
Randolph
While there might not be top attractions in Randolph, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Altria Theater and Stuart C. Siegel Center.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Jackson Ward
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Jackson Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Broad Street or Black History Museum.
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but Arthur Ashe Athletic Center and The Diamond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
