Downtown Richmond Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and a bridge.
A grand neoclassical building with a central portico, large steps leading up to the entrance, and a circular mosaic at the base.
A neoclassical building with a portico supported by columns, a set of stairs leading up to the entrance, and a clear blue sky in the background.
A historic brick building with arched windows and a flagpole with an American flag.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and numerous tables and chairs.

Stay near popular Downtown Richmond attractions

A building with a tower, a sign reading "Greater Richmond Convention Center," and a street intersection with traffic lights.

Greater Richmond Convention Center

8.2/10 (1,069 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

AU$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Trolley Tour
Down in the Shokoe Bottom, the most haunted neighborhood with 350+ years of history and hauntings!

The Haunted History of Richmond tour

AU$42
per adult
The Haunted History of Richmond tour
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour

AU$15
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

AU$34
per adult
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour
Join in on the fun and come on an evening of spooky stories and history

Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom

AU$36
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Burger eating elephant, by ARYZ

Would I Lie To You? Mural Walks

AU$28
per adult
Would I Lie To You? Mural Walks
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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$243 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$243
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street Richmond VA
The price is AU$522 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$522
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
"Such a great hotel - great staff, interesting, welcoming... we always feel good at the Jefferson. Our only ask is please, please improve the gym (though access to the great YMCA close by helps)."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

The Jefferson Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
100 S 12th St Richmond VA
The price is AU$313 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$313
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,565 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Omni Richmond Hotel
The Commonwealth

The Commonwealth

4 out of 5
901 Bank St Richmond VA
The price is AU$254 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$254
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,406 reviews)
"Overall okay experience But a great location"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

The Commonwealth
Linden Row Inn

Linden Row Inn

3 out of 5
100 E Franklin St Richmond VA
The price is AU$182 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$182
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and 2 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,471 reviews)
"Linden Row is an outdated property. Many repairs should be made to bring things up to date."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Linden Row Inn
The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton

The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
1200 E Cary St Richmond VA
The price is AU$303 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$303
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,350 reviews)
"Make sure you are not in the rooms front from the restaurant across the street on a weekend, you can hear drunk people until 2AM."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

The Berkeley Richmond, Outset Collection by Hilton
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Richmond

Find the best Downtown Richmond areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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 Visual Arts Center of Richmond.

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North Chesterfield

While North Chesterfield isn't home to many top sights, Chesterfield Towne Center and River City Sportsplex are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Photo by Ann Sair
Open Photo by Ann Sair

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.

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Tuckahoe

You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in Tuckahoe. You might want to make time for a stop at Regency Square Mall or James River.

Downtown Richmond Travel Guide

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