Wellesley 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: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in Wellesley
Omni Richmond Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Impeccable
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Perfect room and great friendly staff.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Nice rooms and staff
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
BEWARE – the photos are seriously misleading. The carpet was peeling up, the sink was damaged, the mirror backing was coming off, and the whole room smelled damp. The bathtub was so dirty I wouldn’t wash my dog in it. The bedsheets were stained (at least I hope they were stains and not just dirt… ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
Yes and yes
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wellesley
Short Pump
Short Pump is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Short Pump Town Center, a top place to visit in the area.
Tuckahoe
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in Tuckahoe. You might want to make time for a stop at James River or Regency Square Mall.
Laurel
Shopping and coffee shops are notable features of Laurel. You might consider stopping by Bowlero West End while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Dumbarton
Restaurants and shopping are some things travellers note about Dumbarton. Check out Bowlero West End or Shops at Willow Lawn while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Lakeside
You'll enjoy the gardens and art galleries in Lakeside. You might want to make time for a stop at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden or Belmont Golf Course.
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.
