Washington Park Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Richmond Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian
Top hotels in Washington Park
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
"I like that I can breathe in this hotel without getting sick"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
"Super good service from the first valet to the last front desk agent who checked us out. The suite was huge and ideal for a family with children as there was a bunk bed in the living room. WiFi and TV were both excellent and we felt very much at home."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
"The toilet was dirty; otherwise, room was clean"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
"We loved everything about the Jefferson except for one thing. We would have liked a mat in the shower to keep it from being so slippery. But we were very happy to have a walk in shower. The room and bed were very comfortable. The place is really beautiful and the service and food in the restaurant ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Commonwealth
"Breakfast was very good. But there was only one very capable waitress serving both those eating in and carry out orders."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
"Staff was friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Washington Park
East Highland Park
The riverfront and historical sites are a few reasons travellers visit East Highland Park. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Richmond Raceway and The Diamond are a few top sights nearby.
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but Arthur Ashe Athletic Center and The Diamond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
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.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
