VCU Travel Guide
Richmond
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Short Pump Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Short Pump Town Center, a favourite shopping spot in Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.
Kings Dominion
Enjoy the excitement at Kings Dominion and see why this is a favourite theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
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 Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in VCU
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
Clean room and spacious, close to the airport, parking available. There's a very small gym and a few dinning options near by. The place really surprised me. Overall a 5/5 for me.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Everything just looked old and for the amount of money it was highly disappointing
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Great room and service
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Everything is exceptional.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Commonwealth
Staff was incredibly friendly! And so helpful.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Wonderful family love the stay
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around VCU
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Randolph
While there might not be top attractions in Randolph, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Altria Theater and Stuart C. Siegel Center.
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.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
