Central Virginia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Richmond showing central business district and a city
Central Virginia
Central Virginia
Central Virginia
Richmond featuring outdoor art and art as well as children

Where to stay in Central Virginia

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Downtown Richmond

4/5(1 area review)

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 Shockoe Slip or Virginia Governor's Mansion.

Downtown Richmond
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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.

Short Pump
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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.

Fan District
Charlottesville featuring landscape views, tranquil scenes and farmland

North Downtown

While visiting North Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Paramount Theater and Downtown Mall.

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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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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.

Tuckahoe
English Inn of Charlottesville
English Inn of Charlottesville
3 out of 5
2000 Morton Drive, Charlottesville, VA
The price is AU$200 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$200
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Charlottesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,128 reviews)
good
"very nice stay"

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2025

English Inn of Charlottesville
Regency Inn Richmond
Regency Inn Richmond
2 out of 5
1500 Eastridge Road, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$125 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$125
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.4/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Free parking. Not enough tv channels."

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Regency Inn Richmond
The Commonwealth
The Commonwealth
4 out of 5
901 Bank St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$282 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$282
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,235 reviews)
"everything was great"

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2025

The Commonwealth
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Wilderness Presidential Resort
Wilderness Presidential Resort
3 out of 5
9220 Plank Rd, Spotsylvania, VA
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Spotsylvania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Chancellorsville Battlefield ...
9/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
"Beautiful stay. Will be back!"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Wilderness Presidential Resort
Barsala At Sphere Apartments
Barsala At Sphere Apartments
3.5 out of 5
2005 Brook Road, Richmond, VA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Broad Street and Richmond ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"The neighborhood was quiet and it has nice food places around"

Reviewed on 1 Mar. 2025

Barsala At Sphere Apartments
Tourist Homes of Richmond Church Hill North
Tourist Homes of Richmond Church Hill North
4 out of 5
1619 N 28th St, Richmond, VA
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Broad Street and Richmond Raceway are ...
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
"It was quiet and very communicative"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

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Popular places to visit

University of Virginia

University of Virginia

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Virginia during your travels in Charlottesville. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

University of Virginia
Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University

5/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your visit to Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

Virginia Commonwealth University
Liberty University

Liberty University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Liberty University during your trip to Lynchburg. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Liberty University
Monticello featuring heritage architecture and a memorial

Monticello

You may recognise this elegant plantation estate, the historic home of Thomas Jefferson, from its depiction on the back of some U.S. nickels.

Monticello
Richmond

Broad Street

5/5(1 review)

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.

Broad Street
Lake Anna

Lake Anna

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Anna, a popular spot to commune with nature in Bumpass. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Lake Anna