Downtown Richmond Travel Guide
Richmond
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
The National
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.
Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
If Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Richmond.
Shockoe Slip
You can learn about the history of Richmond when you stop by Shockoe Slip. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Canal Walk
Learn about the local history of Richmond when you take a trip to Canal Walk. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Top hotels in Downtown Richmond
Omni Richmond Hotel
Very nice hotel
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Close to Altria theater
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Elegant and full of charm
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hilton Richmond Downtown
Perfect for our weekend visit to VCU and Richmond.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Berkeley Hotel
The rooms were beautifully upgraded, just needs a soap holder in shower. We lucked up on parking got street parking after 6 right across street from property. Valet could have opened the door for us, but hey? Maybe he was upset we didnt use valet. The do have valet for a nearby garage . Didnt use ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Commonwealth
The staff was extremely welcoming and friendly. The foyer was open, airy, and light. The connecting restaurant was convenient, though we had already eaten. The room was spacious and the beds comfortable. While the building seems industrial, the look was modern and had a cool vibe. There were some ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Richmond
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
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.
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.
Church Hill
While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Broad Street.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
