Downtown Richmond Travel Guide
Richmond
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Popular places to visit
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.
The National
Get tickets for a show at The National, a popular theatre in Richmond. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Shockoe Slip
You can learn about the history of Richmond when you stop by Shockoe Slip. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Capitol Square
You can take time to visit Capitol Square during your travels to Richmond. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Canal Walk
Learn about the local history of Richmond when you take a trip to Canal Walk. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown Richmond
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
"I was a little disappointed with this Hotel. The staff was wonderful and the lobby was very clean and presentable, but the room itself was lackluster. The shower had a huge crack in it, the door frame around the bathroom had rust on it, and the room itself was just mediocre. There was nothing specifically ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
"Great visit. Dog friendly. World class service"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
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Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
The Commonwealth
"Great location!!! Clean, very convenient valet parking, great restaurant. Lovely historic building- good value- I would stay again."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Quirk Hotel Richmond
"The hotel was great. But when I checked in they charged me the full room fee even though I had already paid on Hotels.com. They reversed it. Then at 2am they charged the fee again. Luckily I had blocked my credit card due to the other charges. Each time multiple staff members and the managers had ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Linden Row Inn
"Linden Row Inn is a fantastic 19th century building. The layout is unique for a hotel, and it has this fantastic courtyard. Parking is street parking but not that hard to find a spot. There are quite a few restaurants within walking distance. All in all, it’s a charming place and an unexpected find. ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Richmond
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
