Shockoe Bottom Travel Guide
Richmond
Visit Shockoe Bottom
Popular places to visit
Tobacco Row
You can find out about the history of Richmond with a trip to Tobacco Row. Make time to visit the churches and monuments while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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.
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 Shockoe Bottom
Omni Richmond Hotel
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Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
We enjoy the Drury every time we stay. The staff is always friendly and helpful. We enjoy the happy hour, snacks and amenities.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Hotel is located in a great walkable community. The desk staff took about 10 minutes to show up for my check in after another member of staff told them I was waiting. The room was adequate but the topsheets were ripped and the bathroom was not the cleanest. Valet parking through electronic notification ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
I drove there
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
The room smelled of stale smoke, and there were only the very basic amenities (not even a tissue box or more than one facecloth). However the front desk staff were friendly and the location was convenient. The property overall was a little run down, and you could hear planes landing off and on all ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Best Western PLUS Executive Hotel
We come up for a half marathon race every spring and have stayed at this hotel the last two years (my friend the last 3). We’re pretty low maintenance and really just need a clean quiet place to sleep and shower. Last year this hotel was perfect for that. Unfortunately this year not so much. I don’t ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shockoe Bottom
Church Hill
While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Broad Street.
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.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
Court End
While visiting Court End, you might make a stop by sights like White House of the Confederacy and The National.
Belle and Mayo Islands
If you're spending some time in Belle and Mayo Islands, James River and Canal Walk 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.
