Visit Shockoe Slip
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.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
This museum houses Russian jewels, impressionist masters and ancient relics in its vast and varied collection.
Maymont Park
This grand estate is a family favorite with a petting zoo, native wildlife and a preserved 19th-century mansion.
Things to do
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in Shockoe Slip
The Berkeley Hotel
Hot water took long time to get in shower
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Downtown
Of course staff was courteous. Arrived on Sunday night around 8:30 pm and fridge was not cooling. Called front desk and they immediately got maintenance up there and he had to replace it with another. Very efficient indeed. No complaints whatsoever!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Richmond Downtown
The fruits was to too freshly specially the oranges 🍊 Thank you
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Great hotel ideally located.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Very comfortable hotel with extra perks. Especially love the indoor hot tub.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Staff and room was good. Hot water was luke warm to take a bath.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shockoe Slip
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 Capitol Square.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Money Museum and Canal Walk.
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.
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.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
