Shockoe Slip Travel Guide
Richmond
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Richmond Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian
Top hotels in Shockoe Slip
The Berkeley Hotel
We stayed while the hotel was still renovating. The room was very well appointed, and clean. There was a lot of street noise due to a bar across the street, which might impact light sleeper (who should request rooms not facing Cary St.). They had excellent valet parking. Staff was excellent, and ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Richmond Downtown
Breakfast staff was excellent and very accommodating. They were pleasant despite working under stressful conditions. Reception staff was also excellent at registration and check out. First rate. The only complaint was that there was no room cleaning even though we were only there for two nights. ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Richmond Downtown
Wonderful stay. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location downtown. In the evening I just sat in the courtyard and had a drink.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
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
Great.
Reviewed on 8 May 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 Canal Walk.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
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 Richmond Coliseum 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.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
