Richmond City Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Kaylee Spinhirn
Photo by Kaylee Spinhirn

Popular places to visit

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
Maymont Park featuring heritage architecture and a house

Maymont Park

There’s something for everyone at this estate, with plants, animals and a beautiful house to discover.

Maymont Park

Activities

“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$131
per adult
The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours
Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour

Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour

AU$117
per adult
Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour
Storytelling at the Egyptian Building

Specters & Shades of Court End Ghost Tour

AU$36
per adult
Specters & Shades of Court End Ghost Tour
Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

AU$65
per adult
Historic Trolley Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

AU$45
per adult
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
“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$145
per adult
Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond
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Our pick of the best Richmond City Center Hotel Deals

Richmond Marriott
Richmond Marriott
3.5 out of 5
500 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$327 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$327
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Last minute flight cancellation made better by a wonderful night stay!"

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

Richmond Marriott
Hilton Richmond Downtown
Hilton Richmond Downtown
4 out of 5
501 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$294 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$294
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"I had a great stay here for my graduation weekend! Everyone was accommodating and wonderful. Kudos to the bar staff, they were slammed but always attentive."

Reviewed on 11 May 2025

Hilton Richmond Downtown
Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown
Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown
3.5 out of 5
555 E Canal Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$315 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$315
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Easy on & off from 95 & close to the canal walk
"Great location & nice hotel. The room smelled a bit musty, the carpet needed restretching & the fridge did not work but overall happy with the room. There was a parking garage party that was quite noisy a block up. The police broke it up after a couple hours"

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown
Moxy Richmond Downtown
Moxy Richmond Downtown
2.5 out of 5
501 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$274 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$274
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (338 reviews)
"very cool, funk hotel. we enjoyed out stay."

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Moxy Richmond Downtown
Regency Inn Richmond
Regency Inn Richmond
2 out of 5
1500 Eastridge Road, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$122 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
AU$122
includes taxes & fees
3 June - 4 June
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 (1,010 reviews)
"Owners, Management and the Hotel Hospitality staff all go passed excellent the re-invention of this property in/ all improvement needed areas are a breath of fresh air to watch the property s lobby come alive with Dana's greenery and to revamping one room at a time.Im a forever repeat loyal very ..."

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

Regency Inn Richmond
Omni Richmond Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel
4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$287 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
AU$287
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
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! (1,137 reviews)
"Great value, good location and wonderful staff."

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Richmond City Center

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Monroe Ward

If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

Monroe Ward
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Central Office

While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.

Central Office
Virginia showing a sunset

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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VCU

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

VCU
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Belle and Mayo Islands

If you're spending some time in Belle and Mayo Islands, James River and Canal Walk are top sights worth seeing.

Belle and Mayo Islands
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Shockoe Bottom

You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in Shockoe Bottom. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Capital Trail: Richmond Trailhead or Libby Hill Park.

Shockoe Bottom

Richmond City Center Travel Guide

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