Fan District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Monument Avenue
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Monument Avenue during your visit to Richmond. Discover the area's art scene and monuments.
Jefferson Davis Monument
Find out about the history of Richmond with a stop at Jefferson Davis Monument. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Kings Dominion
Enjoy the excitement at Kings Dominion and see why this is a favourite theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Richmond Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian
Our pick of the best Fan District Hotel Deals
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
"The hotel was nice and clean. It is only about 18 months old. Everything in the room was great. The only issue is there is no airport shuttle service. Otherwise it was a good stay."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
"I had a great stay at The Graduate. The staff were great and very attentive. Location was perfect and walkable to VCU campus."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
"The staff were all friendly and helpful. The hotel is gorgeous. The food is excellent and the fact they give free rides to local restaurants and sites was an added treat."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Commonwealth
"This hotel is very well situated for the Capital and downtown -- it's not a local neighborhood, if that's what you're looking for. The room and bathroom were spacious and soundproofed. The gentleman at check-in and check-out was very polite and helpful. The rooms could use some updating electronically ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
"Nice!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
"Bed were comfortable liked the shower"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fan District
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
