Laurel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Activities
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Our pick of the best Laurel Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
Very nice hotel with a great friendly staff, my only problem is no breaksfast unless you want to pay at the restaurant but very limited menu (not worth the price)
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Richmond West at I-64, VA
Annie is amazing
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Studio 6 Richmond, VA - I-64 West
Staff is amazing and have treated my daughter and I wonderul
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Motel 6 Richmond, VA - I-64 West
It was average
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Staff helpful and pleasant
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Standouts were the staff, Chas my concierge greeted us at the door, handled our bags, placed them in the room, got us ice, and made sure our needs were met, Ketunde the receptionist was in training, yet she was exceptionally professional and welcoming, easy conversation making us feel at home, the ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Laurel
Lakeside
You'll enjoy the gardens and art galleries in Lakeside. You might want to make time for a stop at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden or Belmont Golf Course.
Tuckahoe
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in Tuckahoe. You might want to make time for a stop at James River or Regency Square Mall.
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but River City Roll and The Diamond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Carytown
If you're spending some time in Carytown, Carytown and Byrd Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Short Pump
Short Pump is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Short Pump Town Center, a top place to visit in the area.
