Downtown Richmond Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Richmond

Broad Street

5/5(1 review)

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.

Broad Street
Shockoe Slip

Shockoe Slip

You can learn about the history of Richmond when you stop by Shockoe Slip. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Shockoe Slip
Virginia State Capitol featuring heritage architecture and a city

Virginia State Capitol

5/5(1 review)

Discover the history of this fascinating state at its very own government building that is alive with art, sitting in the centre of an exciting part of town.

Virginia State Capitol
Canal Walk

Canal Walk

Learn about the local history of Richmond when you take a trip to Canal Walk. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Canal Walk
American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar

American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar

You can browse the exhibits at American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Richmond. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar
Tobacco Row

Tobacco Row

You can learn about the history of Richmond with a trip to Tobacco Row. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Tobacco Row

Activities

Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

AU$64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Trolley Tour
Stories at the Jefferson Hotel

Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

AU$41
per adult
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour
Group Shot at the Virginia State Capitol!

Richmond Landmark Segway Tour

AU$83
per adult
Richmond Landmark Segway Tour
Come see Richmond like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures

AU$48
per adult
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
Ascending the Capitol Steps

Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
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Our pick of the best Downtown Richmond Hotel Deals

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$268 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$268
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,350 reviews)
"The need to "ask for cleaning" is trash. Everyone knows that. They dont even tell you that at checkin. Now that ive got that out...this hotel is great. There is construction which only meant a sound during the day, but it was quiet at night. The rooftop bar is amazing. The gym is functional. The ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$536 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$536
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,034 reviews)
"The Jefferson was great. The staff was very welcoming and accommodating. It’s a beautiful old hotel but room was updated and well kept. The grounds and lobby are grand and you should stay here just to see them."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

The Jefferson Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$280 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$280
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,193 reviews)
"It was great all around!!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Omni Richmond Hotel
Linden Row Inn

Linden Row Inn

3 out of 5
100 E Franklin St, Richmond, VA
Stay at this 3-star historic hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and 2 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,203 reviews)
"This is a historical location, so the bathroom wasn’t as efficient as a modern one. Parking was quite a challenge, and there was some unexplained noise, possibly from water or electricity, that made it hard to sleep at night. Still, the view from the place makes it worth a stay! However, if you’re ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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Linden Row Inn
The Berkeley Hotel

The Berkeley Hotel

4 out of 5
1200 E Cary St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$426 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$426
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,504 reviews)
"The Front desk staff was excellent and friendly."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Berkeley Hotel
The Commonwealth

The Commonwealth

4 out of 5
901 Bank St, Richmond, VA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,294 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and the room was way bigger than we thought it would be!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Richmond

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Central Office

While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.

Central Office
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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.

Belle and Mayo Islands
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Shockoe Bottom

You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in Shockoe Bottom. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Capital Trail: Richmond Trailhead or Libby Hill Park.

Shockoe Bottom
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Richmond City Center

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

Richmond City Center
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Monroe Ward

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

Monroe Ward
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Church Hill

While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Tobacco Row.

Church Hill

Downtown Richmond Travel Guide

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