Short Pump Travel Guide
Richmond
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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.
Maymont Park
This grand estate is a family favorite with a petting zoo, native wildlife and a preserved 19th-century mansion.
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.
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: Guided Tour of Local Breweries with Tastings
Richmond Downtown Walking Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
Top hotels in Short Pump
Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Hyatt House Richmond / Short Pump
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Richmond Short Pump
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
The Jefferson Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Sept 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.
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 Children's Museum of Richmond 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.
Byrd Park
Though Byrd Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like University of Richmond Stadium and Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
