Downtown Richmond Travel Guide

Richmond

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and a bridge.
A grand neoclassical building with a central portico, large steps leading up to the entrance, and a circular mosaic at the base.
A neoclassical building with a portico supported by columns, a set of stairs leading up to the entrance, and a clear blue sky in the background.
A historic brick building with arched windows and a flagpole with an American flag.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and numerous tables and chairs.

Stay near popular Downtown Richmond attractions

A building with a tower, a sign reading "Greater Richmond Convention Center," and a street intersection with traffic lights.

Greater Richmond Convention Center

8.2/10 (1,069 reviews)
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.
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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 Downtown Richmond

The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street Richmond VA
The price is ฿10,562 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿10,562
฿12,281 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! (1,002 reviews)
"I have never stayed at the Jefferson before, so I was knocked out by the room, the service, and the quality of everything. We had in-suite dining and were highly impressed by both the food and the promptness of delivery. The parking staff, bell hops, and doormen were outstanding. We were mightily ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

The Jefferson Hotel
Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street Richmond VA
The price is ฿4,922 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,922
฿5,723 total
19 Oct - 20 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 ...
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Omni Richmond Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
100 S 12th St Richmond VA
The price is ฿5,070 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,070
฿5,895 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Omni Richmond Hotel
The Commonwealth

The Commonwealth

4 out of 5
901 Bank St Richmond VA
The price is ฿5,298 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,298
฿6,160 total
8 Nov - 9 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,416 reviews)
"Everything and Everybody was AWESOME!!!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

The Commonwealth
Linden Row Inn

Linden Row Inn

3 out of 5
100 E Franklin St Richmond VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,104 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,104
฿4,772 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and 2 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,467 reviews)
"Our stay was okay, but not that crazy about the hotel. The parking was the biggest issue. Where we would have normally parked wasn’t working properly, so we had to pay for parking across the street, when the couple behind us just left their car on the street in front of the hotel at no charge. ??? ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Linden Row Inn
The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton

The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1200 E Cary St Richmond VA
The price is ฿6,572 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿6,572
฿7,642 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,337 reviews)
"Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Downtown Richmond

Find the best Downtown Richmond areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Richmond
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Tuckahoe

You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in Tuckahoe. You might want to make time for a stop at Regency Square Mall or James River.

Downtown Richmond Travel Guide