Virginia Union Travel Guide

Richmond

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Virginia Union University

8.0/10 (3 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Virginia Union University during your trip to Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
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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

฿1,489
per adult
Offbeat History Tour of Richmond on a bus
Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

฿1,489
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

฿993
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

฿344
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

฿688
per adult
Richmond 1870 Municipal War - Dark History Tour
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

฿893
per adult
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour
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Top hotels in Virginia Union

The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street Richmond VA
The price is ฿9,747 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿9,747
฿11,334 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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. ...
The Jefferson Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
100 S 12th St Richmond VA
The price is ฿6,576 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿6,576
฿7,646 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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
Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street Richmond VA
The price is ฿4,579 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,579
฿5,324 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,428 reviews)
"The Graduate by Hilton is a stunningly beautiful hotel. The room was spotless and smelled clean. The staff were both welcoming and friendly. The parking was easy and affordable although in the evening the parking staff seemed a bit overwhelmed by the high volume of cars needing to be parked. Still, ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond

4 out of 5
11049 West Broad St Glen Allen VA
The price is ฿3,932 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,932
฿4,572 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Glen Allen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,845 reviews)
"My secret little getaway. From the front desk customer service to the kickback, to the clean pool and hot tub, the comfortable beds and a step above breakfast…need I go on.Hubby and I come here for our staycation at least once a year and have yet to be disappointed. Worth the money when you just ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
The Commonwealth

The Commonwealth

4 out of 5
901 Bank St Richmond VA
The price is ฿5,059 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿5,059
฿5,883 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 ...
The Commonwealth
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Richmond West at I-64, VA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Richmond West at I-64, VA

3 out of 5
8010 W Broad St Richmond VA
The price is ฿3,027 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿3,027
฿3,520 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Richmond West at I-64, VA
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Where to stay in Virginia Union

Find the best Virginia Union areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Canal Walk or Virginia State Capitol.

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Short Pump

Short Pump is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Short Pump Town Center, a top place to visit in the area.

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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 Jefferson Davis Monument.

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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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Richmond City Center

While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond CenterStage.

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