Jackson Ward Travel Guide
Richmond

Visit Jackson Ward
Popular places to visit
Black History Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Black History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Hippodrome Theater
Get tickets for a show at Hippodrome Theater, a popular theatre in Richmond. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site
You can browse the exhibits at Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church
You can learn about the history of Richmond when you stop by Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Ebenezer Baptist Church
You can find out about the history of Richmond with a visit to Ebenezer Baptist Church. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Elk's Lodge
You can learn about the history of Richmond with a visit to Elk's Lodge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Things to do

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Top hotels in Jackson Ward

Omni Richmond Hotel
The Omni is consistently excellent.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Simple, no hassel check in. We arrived late after a 5hr drive they were curtious and pleasant. Held our bags next day while we enthralled on a college tour. Vallet was also great and quick.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
We absolutely loved the breakfast buffet, the kickback snack time and the friendly staff!
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

The Jefferson Hotel
Fantastic room!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Studio 6 Richmond Airport
Very decent for the price. Will use it again
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
Our stay here was wonderful staff here is great always welcoming you rooms are always clean parking is great its pet friendly its really a home away from home
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jackson Ward

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

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

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

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 Virginia Governor's Mansion.

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.

Fan District
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Fan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Monument Avenue or Jefferson Davis Monument.




