Short Pump Travel Guide
Richmond
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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: Scott’s Addition Neighborhood Tour with Tastings
Richmond Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian
Top hotels in Short Pump
Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump
Great location; excellent staff
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
Clean rooms, spacious hotel, staff was very helpful and the spa was a nice treat.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hyatt House Richmond / Short Pump
Room clean . Only issue was elevators.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Richmond Short Pump
Great location
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
The room was clean and the hotel staff to include valet was very courteous. Although I only stayed for one night, the room was very comfortable and I enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Oh yeah, the rooms were clean. People were very nice. I loved all the amenities my children and myself had a wonderful time.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Short Pump
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.
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but Arthur Ashe Athletic Center and The Diamond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
