Lakeside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden which includes signage, a fountain and a garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden featuring flowers and a park
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden featuring a garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden showing a garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden showing flowers and a garden

Popular places to visit

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden featuring a garden

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

5/5(1 review)

Spend some time admiring the beautiful and diverse floral displays featured in this superb botanical garden, one of the finest in the country.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
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
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
University of Richmond

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.

University of Richmond
Altria Theater

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.

Altria Theater
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts featuring art and a city

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Home to 22,000 works of art covering 5,000 years of history, this museum has something for everyone.

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Activities

Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

AU$67
per adult
Historic Trolley Tour
“Our guide was awesome, kind and very knowledgeable about the area and each restaurant. I highly recommend this company and we will be taking the other tours they offer.” - River City Food Tours guest

Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond

AU$150
per adult
Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

AU$46
per adult
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
“The highlights we're the gourmet grilled cheese with mac & cheese and pulled pork, and a side of homemade tomato soup

The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours

AU$135
per adult
The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours
Group Shot at the Virginia State Capitol!

Richmond Landmark Segway Tour

AU$88
per adult
Richmond Landmark Segway Tour
Come see Richmond like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures

AU$41
per adult
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
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Our pick of the best Lakeside Hotel Deals

Regency Inn Richmond
Regency Inn Richmond
2 out of 5
1500 Eastridge Road, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$123 per night from 2 May to 3 May
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
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. ...
6.6/10 (1,006 reviews)
"The establishment is in a very convenient area which made the stay worth it but the room itself was horrible. They need to be renovated bad! My bathroom door wouldn't even close all the way"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Regency Inn Richmond
The Commonwealth
The Commonwealth
4 out of 5
901 Bank St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$292 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$292
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! (1,241 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

The Commonwealth
Omni Richmond Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel
4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$290 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$290
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,123 reviews)
"Excellent everytime"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Omni Richmond Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
3 out of 5
11049 West Broad St, Glen Allen, VA
The price is AU$229 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Glen Allen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,672 reviews)
"Dinner is served; free drinks; free fountain beverages; coffee and tea; breakfast; pool; Carley acting like your personal concierge - it could not have been better! Highly highly recommend. They understand road tripping and made it amazing!"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
The Jefferson Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel
5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$555 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$555
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful history place, excellent service, restaurant and large suites with marble bathroom."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2025

The Jefferson Hotel
Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
2 out of 5
5704 Williamsburg Rd, Sandston, VA
The price is AU$111 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$111
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this motel in Sandston. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great for the money
"Over all things we’re really good… we didn’t get the room we reserved, and the caulking in the shower looked kinda bad, but other then that it was a 10."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
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Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside

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Dumbarton

Restaurants and shopping are some things travellers note about Dumbarton. Check out Shops at Willow Lawn or Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Dumbarton
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Ginter Park

While there might not be top attractions in Ginter Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Diamond and Richmond Raceway.

Ginter Park
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Scott's Addition

Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but The Diamond and Children's Museum of Richmond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Scott's Addition
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts which includes art and interior views

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.

Museum District
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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
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VCU

If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

VCU

Lakeside Travel Guide

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