Shockoe Bottom Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Carsen
Photo by Carsen
Photo by Dan Koczur
Photo by Dan Koczur
Photo by Dan Koczur
Photo by Dan Koczur

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
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
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
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
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

Activities

Group Shot at the Virginia State Capitol!

Richmond Landmark Segway Tour

AU$87
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$51
per adult
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

AU$47
per adult
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Experience the city's paranormal past firsthand as you sip and spook your way through haunted pubs.

Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

AU$59
per adult
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Sharing tales of the Masonic Lodge

Shadows of Shockoe Ghost Tour

AU$47
per adult
Shadows of Shockoe Ghost Tour
Richmond: Shockoe Bottom Ghost Walking Tour

Richmond: Shockoe Bottom Walking Ghost Tour

AU$47
per adult
Richmond: Shockoe Bottom Walking Ghost Tour
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Our pick of the best Shockoe Bottom Hotel Deals

Regency Inn Richmond
Regency Inn Richmond
2 out of 5
1500 Eastridge Road, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$121 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 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. ...
6.2/10 (1,015 reviews)
"Reasonable coean and friendly"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 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 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$282
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 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)
Nice downtown Richmond spot.
"It is a nice hotel. Older but pretty updated. I was only there one night and did not use any of the facilities or restaurant."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

The Commonwealth
Omni Richmond Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel
4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$297 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$297
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (1,122 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 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$243 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (2,656 reviews)
"Nice hotel, clean Great free morning breakfast Plenty of seating Free evening alcoholic beverages and food Free popcorn Plenty of parking Safe Great location Clean rooms Helpful staff Laundry facilities Highly recommend for families"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 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$531 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$531
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (1,004 reviews)
Excellent
"Wonderful stay at The Jefferson. Our room was fabulous! The staff super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious!"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 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$113 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
AU$113
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 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! (1,015 reviews)
"Y'all are nice and except me and my dogs staff is very nice and the room always clean"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Shockoe Bottom

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Church Hill

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

Church Hill
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 Canal Walk.

Downtown Richmond
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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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Richmond City Center

While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.

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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VCU

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

VCU

Shockoe Bottom Travel Guide

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