Short Pump Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
This museum houses Russian jewels, impressionist masters and ancient relics in its vast and varied collection.
Things to do
Richmond: Scott’s Addition Neighborhood Tour with Tastings
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Top hotels in Short Pump
Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump
Everyone on the staff was very helpful and the breakfast was delicious It was a great location
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
Good location. Helpful customer service.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Richmond Short Pump
wonderful stay and excellent staff
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Richmond / Short Pump
I enjoyed my stay. The room was nice, very spacious, and clean. I would say they should make sure 3rd parties notify you that they’re undergoing renovations.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
The Jefferson Hotel
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Recommend adult hours in the pool and jacuzzi Jaccuzzi seemed cloudy. Lobby smelled of dirty mop water.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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.
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 The Diamond and Science Museum of Virginia are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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 Jefferson Davis Monument.
