Oakwood Travel Guide
Richmond
Popular places to visit
Short Pump Town Center
During your trip to Richmond, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Short Pump Town Center. 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.
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Greater Richmond Convention Center during your trip to Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
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.
Things to do
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Richmond Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian
Top hotels in Oakwood
Omni Richmond Hotel
The Omni Richmond Hotel is a well-located downtown hotel known for its convenient access to restaurants, historic sites, and the Shockoe Slip area. The rooms are generally comfortable
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
My new favorite hotel chain. Very kind staff and great perks that you no longer see in our money hungry world. The pool was perfect. The kitchen food was great. The berry dessert with ice cream was amazing. The rooms large with good tv selection.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
I had an issue with the reservation, caused by a computer issue not a person. Staff was extremely helpful and nice to get everything corrected! Some of the nicest and most polite staff at a hotel I have seen, including the valets. Highly Recommend!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Did not know they had an airport shuttle
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
Room was fine however our neighbor had 2 barking dogs at all hours. I had to go outside at 11:30pm and shout outside their door to shut those dogs up and I was not the only person standing outside because of this. I will never stay at a dog friendly place again. BTW we have a dog, we like dogs. Hotel ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Best Western PLUS Executive Hotel
The gym was ok, there were no free weights and it could use a good cleaning. There were no towels available and I don't think a staff member has been in there for a long time. The staff member at the front desk was not very personable. I booked the room in part because the hotel has a pool but when ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakwood
Church Hill
While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Broad Street.
Shockoe Bottom
You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in Shockoe Bottom. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Capital Trail: Richmond Trailhead or Libby Hill Park.
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 Canal Walk.
Court End
While visiting Court End, you might make a stop by sights like White House of the Confederacy and The National.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
