Belle and Mayo Islands Travel Guide
Richmond
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Popular places to visit
Belle Isle
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Belle Isle during your travels in Richmond.
Short Pump Town Center
During your trip to Richmond, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Short Pump Town Center. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.
Kings Dominion
Bring your family to Kings Dominion and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Greater Richmond Convention Center during your trip to Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
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.
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.
Things to do
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Top hotels in Belle and Mayo Islands
Omni Richmond Hotel
The room is clean and comfortable. The location is great, love the easy access to Starbucks and Chick Fil A for quick bites and coffee right downstairs. Logging into free wifi a little tricky but quickly resolved.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Beautiful property we visit often.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Staff was great! Beds very comfy and coffee was excellent and hot! I don’t normally eat breakfast, but it looked like a wonderful presentation
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Friendly & helpful staff. Conveniently located.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Staff was amazing, the breakfast amenity was totally worth it. They had a text option and were very responsive. Would stay at again!
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
The room was clean, love the tv size and the water pressure was to die for. All amenities were appropriate. Simply love this hotel.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Belle and Mayo Islands
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
Downtown Richmond
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 Capitol Square.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Blackwell
When in Blackwell, you can plan a visit to Belle Isle and James River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
