Forest View Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University

5/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your visit to Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

Virginia Commonwealth University
University of Richmond

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.

University of Richmond
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
Maymont Park featuring heritage architecture and a house

Maymont Park

There’s something for everyone at this estate, with plants, animals and a beautiful house to discover.

Maymont Park
Altria Theater

Altria Theater

Enjoy a show at Altria Theater, a popular theatre in Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Altria Theater
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts featuring art and a city

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Home to 22,000 works of art covering 5,000 years of history, this museum has something for everyone.

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Activities

Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

AU$64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Trolley Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

AU$54
per adult
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
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$40
per adult
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
“Our guide was awesome, kind and very knowledgeable about the area and each restaurant. I highly recommend this company and we will be taking the other tours they offer.” - River City Food Tours guest

Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond

AU$153
per adult
Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond
Group Shot at the Virginia State Capitol!

Richmond Landmark Segway Tour

AU$84
per adult
Richmond Landmark Segway Tour
Picture 2 for Activity Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

AU$46
per adult
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
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Our pick of the best Forest View Hotel Deals

Omni Richmond Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$287 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$287
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,161 reviews)
"All was great"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Omni Richmond Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$513 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$513
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
A Must Stay!
"Make your reservation today! The Jefferson exceeds every expectation and beyond!! Classically and historically beautiful, impeccably maintained, superior staff. I can't wait to return!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

The Jefferson Hotel
Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

2 out of 5
580 Trampton Road, Sandston, VA
The price is AU$137 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$137
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Sandston. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Broad Street and White Oak Village are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (236 reviews)
"Great for contractors and employees"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport
Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump

Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump

2.5 out of 5
13991 N Gayton Rd, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$184 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$184
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,804 reviews)
"I felt that the Hotel is very safe & in a very convenient location for everything The only issue was that the ice machine on the third floor needs to be fixed. Everything else was great. Great breakfast with really great waffles."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump
Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$304 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$304
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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! (1,338 reviews)
"This property was great location to VCU."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Hyatt Place Richmond Airport

Hyatt Place Richmond Airport

3 out of 5
4401 S Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$258 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$258
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Staff was professional, hospitable and courteous. Location of the property is excellent because it is centrally located to everything. We stayed overnight after a day of helping our youngest daughter move in to her dorm so we were all hot and tired. The first issue we had on this particular property ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place Richmond Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Forest View

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Midlothian

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midlothian and surrounding area, you can visit James River and Carytown.

Midlothian
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Blackwell

When in Blackwell, you can plan a visit to Belle Isle and James River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Blackwell
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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 Jefferson Davis Monument.

Fan District
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts which includes interior views and art

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.

Museum District
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VCU

If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

VCU
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Oak Grove

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Oak Grove and surrounding area, you can visit Virginia Capital Trail: Richmond Trailhead and James River.

Oak Grove

Forest View Travel Guide

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