Swanson Travel Guide
Richmond
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Richmond Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian
Top hotels in Swanson
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
"Bathroom and room overall were dirty, noisy, power went out, basic TV and cable. Expected much more."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
"Clean room. I felt incredibly safe with the badging in the elevator and such. Shower faucet was pretty loose, parking was non existent, they served instant coffee in the rooms, and water tasted like algae. Other than that it was great. Neat room. Staff were wonderfully helpful. I didn't eat there ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
"The toilet was dirty; otherwise, room was clean"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
"Property was gorgeous and the staff were all very friendly. Bathroom was very luxurious and well room well appointed. Overall great stay, with one hiccup. Apparently when we checked in someone was supposed to ask if we wanted a down or down-free room. Unfortunately, they dis not. When we finally ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Commonwealth
"We are charged $45 for parking. I understand it's in the center of a little city, but still that's ridiculous. Bartender totally disinterested,"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
"Awesome staff They even give free dinner and drinks. 100% recommend"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Swanson
Midlothian
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midlothian and surrounding area, you can visit James River and Carytown.
Bon Air
Visitors to Bon Air enjoy its coffee shops, and if you want to do some exploring, Chesterfield Towne Center is worth a stop.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Money Museum and Canal Walk.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Fan District
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Fan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Monument Avenue or Jefferson Davis Monument.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
