Title: The Diamond Travel Guide: Best of The Diamond, Richmond Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in The Diamond](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Diamond-Richmond-Hotels.0-n782538235601141760-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Richmond](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Richmond.d601761.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Richmond](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Richmond.d601761.Travel-Guide-Activities)[The Diamond Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-The-Diamond.d782538235601141760.Car-Hire-Guide)[The Diamond Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Diamond.d782538235601141760.Holidays-City-Breaks) # The Diamond Travel Guide ## Richmond ![Richmond_TheDiamond_6083617_06](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083617/7c3b4f04-78db-430f-901d-f3d585107838.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Richmond_TheDiamond_6083617_06](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083617/7c3b4f04-78db-430f-901d-f3d585107838.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit The Diamond Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Richmond travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Richmond.dx601761) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Richmond_TheDiamond_6083617_06](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083617/7c3b4f04-78db-430f-901d-f3d585107838.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Diamond Catch an event at The Diamond during your trip to Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Diamond-Richmond.d6083617.Attraction) ![Richmond_ShortPumpTownCenter_6083667_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083667/b3994274-3d8d-40cd-a8f8-4836c973e947.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Short-Pump-Town-Center-Wellesley.d6083667.Attraction) ![Richmond_KingsDominion_6083631_06](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083631/c368d6e9-9f00-42bb-8174-7844912b1192.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kings-Dominion-Richmond.d6083631.Attraction) ![Game of checkers anyone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2993/341a9ea8-b339-46ac-8aea-ffe7c3844d7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Richmond-Richmond.d6083673.Attraction) ![Richmond_GreaterRichmondConventionCenter_6083623_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083623/d2a76a1e-4275-4ee6-af7c-aeefd0bd70da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Greater-Richmond-Convention-Center-Richmond.d6083623.Attraction) ![G5KT01 Egyptian building historic college Richmond Virginia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6208894/e0e0e23e-e294-4738-8b72-b78ddd6b3493.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Virginia-Commonwealth-University-Richmond.d6208894.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Historic Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47114079/2339a481-9cfb-4033-90c1-89ec247ad2fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historic Trolley Tour £31 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historic-trolley-tour.a47114079.activity-details) ![Group Shot at the Virginia State Capitol!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/676529/a0a5f7d6-0947-4322-ac1d-35d702595ef5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Richmond Landmark Segway Tour £40 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/richmond-landmark-segway-tour.a676529.activity-details) ![Stories at the Jefferson Hotel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4084644/82fd970c-12a1-4cdd-ac9b-e964c045e247.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour £20 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/phantoms-of-franklin-ghost-tour.a4084644.activity-details) ![Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47891142/e8c23e1a-22ab-4c66-9413-3b5fb4a02afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/richmond-guided-hike-in-james-river-park.a47891142.activity-details) ![Burger eating elephant, by ARYZ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4136946/c5f87edd-8f05-4c43-8ce4-cba2b51693bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Would I Lie To You? Mural Walks £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/would-i-lie-to-you-mural-walks.a4136946.activity-details) ![Come see Richmond like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3640935/9c8cce76-26d3-40a4-ab4f-52f697e0b5a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom £23 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/richmond-ghost-tour-sinister-secrets-of-shockoe-bottom.a3640935.activity-details) [See all activities in Richmond](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Richmond.d601761.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in The Diamond ![Omni Richmond Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13900/13817/16c7de39_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Omni Richmond Hotel 100 S 12th St Richmond VA £138 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,333 reviews) My room was clean and very comfortable. Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=13817&PinnedHotelID=13817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=782538235601141760) ![Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30070000/30061900/30061827/9423c7ca_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond 11049 West Broad St Glen Allen VA £95 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Glen Allen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,885 reviews) Great service Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=30061827&PinnedHotelID=30061827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=782538235601141760) ![The Jefferson Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868600/9868548/c8b04136_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Jefferson Hotel 101 West Franklin Street Richmond VA £254 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their reviews. ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews) Perfect room and great friendly staff. Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=9868548&PinnedHotelID=9868548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=782538235601141760) ![Graduate by Hilton Richmond](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17730000/17726000/17725982/88437c87_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Graduate by Hilton Richmond 301 West Franklin Street Richmond VA £127 10 Mar - 11 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,364 reviews) The staff was very nice, the room was spacious and clean. The room wasn't ready when I arrived but the woman who checked me in was gracious enough to upgrade the room as a courtesy for patiently waiting. The lobby and bar was nice as well. Location was perfect. Would definitely stay there again. Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=17725982&PinnedHotelID=17725982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=782538235601141760) ![Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996400/996383/cd3525c6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va 5704 Williamsburg Rd Sandston VA £46 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Sandston. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) The staff when we walked inside the room when we open the door everything was excellent Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=996383&PinnedHotelID=996383&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=782538235601141760) ![Regency Inn Richmond](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13900/13851/d4110985_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Regency Inn Richmond 1500 Eastridge Road Richmond VA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £56 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Scotts-Addition.dx782538167153958912) ![On the grounds of the museum this sculpture appears to follow you as you walk by.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2993/ddfd01c2-7ea7-42c1-afd3-aa11f222a7a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Museum District You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Museum-District.dx6344679) ![Aerial sunset view of Richmond capital city of Virginia with dramatic sky overlooking the fan district and monroe ward, main street ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344674/fbba6577-8808-4ed4-b72a-50e7813f6661.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Fan-District.dx6344674) ![G5KT01 Egyptian building historic college Richmond Virginia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6208894/e0e0e23e-e294-4738-8b72-b78ddd6b3493.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### VCU If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Richmond-VCU.dx782540960583000064) ![ADMAH6 Richmond Virginia Jackson Ward East Clay Street African American community architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344675/a4958f5a-cd11-4f37-9e7a-bf534de562ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Jackson Ward You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Jackson Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Broad Street or Black History Museum. 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