VCU Travel Guide
Richmond
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.
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.
Short Pump Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Short Pump Town Center, a favourite shopping spot in Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.
Kings Dominion
Bring your family to Kings Dominion and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly 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.
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.
Things to do
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Top hotels in VCU
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
Easy to find, close to the airport, clean room, comfy beds and Sharon was amazing. She made sure we were taken care of. Thank you Sharon! ~Gina & Jay~ St. Thomas Virgin Islands 😊
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Great downtown RVA location. Very “college” vibe look and feel. Limited street parking, so be ready for extra cost for parking/ valet.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
I love how to custom service was. The environment was very good.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Review for The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond Richmond has always held a special place in my heart as the city I grew up in, and coming back for a visit was a true pleasure. I never had the opportunity to stay at The Jefferson Hotel before, and I’m so glad I finally did. From the moment I arrived, it ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Red Roof Inn Richmond South
Not like other Red Roof Inns I’ve stayed in.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Commonwealth
We had a very poor experience at this hotel. Just a one night stay to visit my kids who live in Richmond. The first room had a mechanical issue with an aircon unit in the bedroom that's not pushing good air but making a terrible compressor sound... Couldn't be turned off and so chang d rooms at 4am. ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around VCU
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Jackson Ward
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Jackson Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Broad Street or Black History Museum.
Randolph
While there might not be top attractions in Randolph, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Altria Theater and Stuart C. Siegel Center.
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.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
