Jackson Ward Travel Guide
Richmond
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Popular places to visit
Black History Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Black History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Virginia Repertory Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Virginia Repertory Theatre on your trip to Richmond. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.
Hippodrome Theater
Get tickets for a show at Hippodrome Theater, a popular theatre in Richmond. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site
You can browse the exhibits at Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Ebenezer Baptist Church
You can find out about the history of Richmond with a visit to Ebenezer Baptist Church. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Elk's Lodge
You can learn about the history of Richmond with a visit to Elk's Lodge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Top hotels in Jackson Ward
The Jefferson Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel is outstanding. But at Christmas time, the food service options for guests are terrible. The lunch service and evening dining service options were not available during our three day stay. Reservations had been fully booked, "for the last six months" and the hotel did not provide ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Recommend adult hours in the pool and jacuzzi Jaccuzzi seemed cloudy. Lobby smelled of dirty mop water.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Regency Inn Richmond
Very nice and courteous staff the room was nice accept the chair it was very beat up and stained, i didn't sit in it really it should be replaced or reupholstered is a real eye sore. The rest of the room is beautiful.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
I love it.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
The staff was wonderful. Chiquita and Khasia in particular were kind and very helpful. All of the staff was attentive. *** The physical property needs some repairs (elevators very slow, halls were poorly painted, the room ceiling and walls were worn).
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
The Commonwealth
Quiet stay near great sites and dining.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jackson Ward
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Court End
While visiting Court End, you might make a stop by sights like White House of the Confederacy and John Marshall House.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Money Museum and Canal Walk.
Downtown Richmond
Downtown Richmond is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Shockoe Slip or Virginia Governor's Mansion.
