Jackson Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Visit Jackson Ward
Popular places to visit
Black History Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Black History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Hippodrome Theater
Get tickets for a show at Hippodrome Theater, a popular theatre in Richmond. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.
Elk's Lodge
You can learn about the history of Richmond with a visit to Elk's Lodge. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Ebenezer Baptist Church
You can find out about the history of Richmond with a visit to Ebenezer Baptist Church. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Virginia Repertory Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Virginia Repertory Theatre on your trip to Richmond. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.
First Battalion Armory of Virginia Volunteers
You can learn about the history of Richmond when you stop by First Battalion Armory of Virginia Volunteers. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities

Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond

RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures

Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
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Other neighbourhoods around Jackson Ward

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

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

VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and VCU Institute for Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.

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

Downtown Richmond
Downtown Richmond is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Shockoe Slip or Canal Walk.

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.