Richmond City Center Travel Guide

Richmond
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Virginia Commonwealth University

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
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Broad Street

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
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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
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Maymont Park

This grand estate is a family favorite with a petting zoo, native wildlife and a preserved 19th-century mansion.

Maymont Park
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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
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

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

Things to do

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Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour

£60
Per adult
Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour
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Richmond Downtown Walking Tour

£30
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Richmond Downtown Walking Tour
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Richmond: Court End Walking Ghost Tour

£24
Per adult
Richmond: Court End Walking Ghost Tour
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Would I Lie To You? Mural Walks

£16
Per adult
Would I Lie To You? Mural Walks
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Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

£24
Per adult
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour
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Church Hill Segway Tour in Richmond

£63
Per adult
Church Hill Segway Tour in Richmond
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Top hotels in Richmond City Center

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
3 out of 5
11049 West Broad St, Glen Allen, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £115 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£115
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Glen Allen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,333 reviews)
"Outstanding staff"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Richmond Marriott
Richmond Marriott
3.5 out of 5
500 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is £162 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£162
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"I was in town for graduation and the maid cleaned everyday except for the last day which was strange. The hotel was grossly understaffed and room service took forever. The room service menu options were very limited."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Richmond Marriott
Moxy Richmond Downtown
Moxy Richmond Downtown
2.5 out of 5
501 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, Richmond, VA
The price is £116 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£116
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (178 reviews)
"Funky concept but didn't delight. Lobby and staff were fun. Color palette was cool. No breakfast. A/C only came from one side of the room, while the bed was on the other side of a wall so poor airflow. Felt a bit more like a dorm than a hotel if that's the vibe you want - try it"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Moxy Richmond Downtown
Hilton Richmond Downtown
Hilton Richmond Downtown
4 out of 5
501 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is £157 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£157
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"EVERYTHING was high quality and that includes the staff, can't say enough good things about them"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £160 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£160
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Perfect stay and easy concert access
"Great location for Browns Island concert and downtown. Parking free with hotel key. Yummy crab cake in the 2nd floor restaurant and delicious buffet breakfast for about $20. Such friendly, kind, and helpful staff throughout the hotel. If in the area, definitely would stay again."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown
Graduate Richmond
Graduate Richmond
4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is £138 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
£138
per night
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,128 reviews)
"If I stated everything I loved about the property I’d be here forever, only negatives I have are the toilet in my room was leaking when I got there, which was fixed asap but then it would continuously try to fill the tank with water and I’d have to manually drop the lid after each use. 2 I never ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Graduate Richmond
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Other neighbourhoods around Richmond City Center

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Downtown Richmond

4/5(13 area reviews)

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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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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Old Town Manchester

While visiting Old Town Manchester, you might make a stop by sights like James River and artspace.

Old Town Manchester
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Randolph

While there might not be top attractions in Randolph, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Altria Theater and Maymont Park.

Randolph

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