Virginia Union Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Virginia Union University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Virginia Union University during your trip to 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
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.

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.

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 Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Virginia Union

Studio 6 Richmond Airport
"The hotel was fine if you just need a place to sleep for a night. We were thankful that they took dogs and there was only a $10 per night fee. The hotel room was completely hard floors, which is fine but they were so sticky that our shoes just stuck to the floor. I don't know if it's from the cleaners ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
"Clean room. I felt incredibly safe with the badging in the elevator and such. Shower faucet was pretty loose, parking was non existent, they served instant coffee in the rooms, and water tasted like algae. Other than that it was great. Neat room. Staff were wonderfully helpful. I didn't eat there ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Omni Richmond Hotel
"The toilet was dirty; otherwise, room was clean"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

The Jefferson Hotel
"Property was gorgeous and the staff were all very friendly. Bathroom was very luxurious and well room well appointed. Overall great stay, with one hiccup. Apparently when we checked in someone was supposed to ask if we wanted a down or down-free room. Unfortunately, they dis not. When we finally ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

The Commonwealth
"Great location."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
"The staff were friendly and helpful everyday. Everything was clean. I really enjoyed their happy hour. Nice touch."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Virginia Union

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.

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.

Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but Arthur Ashe Athletic Center and The Diamond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

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.



