Capitol District Travel Guide

Richmond

A neoclassical building with a portico supported by columns, a central entrance, and a symmetrical facade.
A park with a statue, benches, and a building with a clock tower.
A grand white building with columns, a central staircase, and flower beds.
A large neoclassical building with columns, a central entrance, and a staircase leading up to it.
A large, Gothic-style building with multiple towers and arched windows.

Stay near popular Capitol District attractions

A theater marquee with "NATIONAL" and movie showtimes.

The National

8.2/10 (192 reviews)
Get tickets for a show at The National, a popular theatre in Richmond. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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Things to do

A bus tour of Richmond’s most unusual, unexpected, and humorous stories — history with a twist!

Offbeat History Tour of Richmond on a bus

฿1,502
per adult
Offbeat History Tour of Richmond on a bus
Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

฿1,502
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Trolley Tour
Down in the Shokoe Bottom, the most haunted neighborhood with 350+ years of history and hauntings!

The Haunted History of Richmond tour

฿1,002
per adult
The Haunted History of Richmond tour
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour

฿342
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Richmond 1870 Municipal War - Dark History Tour

Richmond 1870 Municipal War - Dark History Tour

฿694
per adult
Richmond 1870 Municipal War - Dark History Tour
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

฿901
per adult
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour
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Top hotels in Capitol District

The Commonwealth

The Commonwealth

4 out of 5
901 Bank St Richmond VA
The price is ฿5,265 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,265
฿6,122 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
The Commonwealth
Holiday Inn & Suites Richmond West End

Holiday Inn & Suites Richmond West End

3 out of 5
8008 W. Broad St Richmond VA
The price is ฿3,443 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
฿3,443
฿4,003 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Short Pump Town Center and Regency ...
Holiday Inn & Suites Richmond West End
Comfort Suites At Virginia Center Commons

Comfort Suites At Virginia Center Commons

2.5 out of 5
10601 Telegraph Rd Glen Allen VA
The price is ฿2,955 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿2,955
฿3,436 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Glen Allen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,658 reviews)
"Great stay. Nice hotel. No issues during my stay. Very supportive staff as well."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Comfort Suites At Virginia Center Commons
The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street Richmond VA
The price is ฿10,529 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿10,529
฿12,243 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

The Jefferson Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond

4 out of 5
11049 West Broad St Glen Allen VA
The price is ฿3,843 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,843
฿4,469 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Glen Allen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,880 reviews)
"Love the Hotel"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street Richmond VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,906 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿4,906
฿5,705 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,504 reviews)
"We always stay here when we need a pit stop in between our long drives. The staff is always so nice and everything is efficient!"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
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Where to stay in Capitol District

Find the best Capitol District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A grand neoclassical building with a central portico, large steps leading up to the entrance, and a circular mosaic at the base.

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 Capitol Square or Canal Walk.

A street view with a prominent clock tower labeled "Short Pump Town Center" and a yield sign.

Short Pump

Short Pump is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Short Pump Town Center and Short Pump Village while you're in town.

A cityscape with a mix of historic and modern buildings, a prominent red brick building, and a clear sky with scattered clouds.

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 Visual Arts Center of Richmond.

A cityscape with a prominent white building with columns, surrounded by lush green lawns and trees, under a partly cloudy sky.

North Chesterfield

While North Chesterfield isn't home to many top sights, Chesterfield Towne Center and River City Sportsplex are some notable places to visit nearby.

A white bust sculpture in a grassy area with a red-roofed building and a tower in the background.
Photo by Ann Sair
Open Photo by Ann Sair

Museum District

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture.

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