Monroe Ward Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Altria Theater
Enjoy a show at Altria Theater, a popular theatre in Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
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.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Spend some time admiring the beautiful and diverse floral displays featured in this superb botanical garden, one of the finest in the country.
Maymont Park
This grand estate is a family favorite with a petting zoo, native wildlife and a preserved 19th-century mansion.
Things to do
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Monroe Ward
The Jefferson Hotel
Everything was great. Eat at their restaurant Lemaire!!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Easy check-in and quiet overall
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Linden Row Inn
The history of the hotel was charming.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Quirk Hotel Richmond
Beautifully decorated and we look being able to bring our puppies.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG
Yes Roger was courteous and very helpful I enjoyed my stay
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Omni Richmond Hotel
exceptionally friendly front desk, assistance, and speedy check-in
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Monroe Ward
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Money Museum and Canal Walk.
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 Shockoe Slip or Virginia Governor's Mansion.
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 Libby Hill Park or Edgar Allan Poe Museum.
