Downtown Richmond Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Richmond
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
The National
Get tickets for a show at The National, a popular theatre in Richmond. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Shockoe Slip
You can learn about the history of Richmond when you stop by Shockoe Slip. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Virginia State Capitol
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.
Activities
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Richmond Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian
Our pick of the best Downtown Richmond Hotel Deals
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
We would go and stay again. The staff was very nice and helpful and very clean and had a food area you could get breakfast lunch and dinner. Or just coffee.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Very spacious room in great location downtown by the capital. Allowed me to check in early. Has a Starbucks in the lobby, pool was warm. Comfortable bed. Great stay
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Everything is exceptional.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Commonwealth
All of the staff were so friendly, especially the valets. We had a large, beautiful room that was perfect for our needs. Location is great!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton Richmond Downtown
The hotel isn't clean, the food is horrible and the staff isn't very helpful. Never again!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Linden Row Inn
Climate fine. Had to park a block away and it rained.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Richmond
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
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.
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.
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.
