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
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
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

“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 in Richmond

AU$132
per adult
The Carytown Food Tour in Richmond
Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour

Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour

AU$118
per adult
Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour
Storytelling at the Egyptian Building

Specters & Shades of Court End Ghost Tour

AU$35
per adult
Specters & Shades of Court End Ghost Tour
Richmond: Court End Walking Ghost Tour

Richmond: Court End Walking Ghost Tour

AU$35
per adult
Richmond: Court End Walking Ghost 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
Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

AU$65
per adult
Historic Trolley Tour
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Our pick of the best Richmond City Center Hotel Deals

Hilton Richmond Downtown
Hilton Richmond Downtown
4 out of 5
501 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$256 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
AU$256
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!! Staff and property were amazing!!"

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

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$283 per night from 28 Dec to 29 Dec
AU$283
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
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! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown
Richmond Marriott
Richmond Marriott
3.5 out of 5
500 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$315 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$315
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with friendly staff and nice views of the city. Our room was very comfortable and quiet despite it being on a busy city street. Loading zone in front of hotel is cramped and could be managed better. There is a city parking garage behind the hotel that charges $8.00 a night if your ..."

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Richmond Marriott
Moxy Richmond Downtown
Moxy Richmond Downtown
2.5 out of 5
501 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$236 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
AU$236
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
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! (282 reviews)
"What a cool hotel!!! Very eclectic! Only negative was shower water was lukewarm at best. Very comfy bed and room! Loved the stash closet!"

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Moxy Richmond Downtown
Omni Richmond Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel
4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$299 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
AU$299
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
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! (1,080 reviews)
"Everything is wonderful"

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Omni Richmond Hotel
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
2 out of 5
6000 Audubon Dr, Sandston, VA
The price is AU$90 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$90
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sandston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
4.8/10 (1,414 reviews)
"Customer service"

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Richmond City Center

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 Edgar Allan Poe Museum.

Shockoe Bottom
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Carver

If you're spending some time in Carver, Stuart C. Siegel Center and Broad Street are top sights worth seeing.

Carver
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Church Hill

While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Libby Hill Park.

Church Hill

Richmond City Center Travel Guide

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