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.
William Washington Browne Residence
Learn about the local history of Richmond when you spend time at William Washington Browne Residence. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Our pick of the best Jackson Ward Hotel Deals
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
the "acccessible" room we were assigned to was lacking. the bathroom in particular was inconvennient to use - the sink had ZERO space around it for storage. elevators were slow and made concerning groans. bar staff on the main level seemed inconvenienced by our pressence in the evening.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Jefferson Hotel
This is a wonderful hotel, and the service is impeccable. It is a beautiful place.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Omni Richmond Hotel
Monique provided EXCELLENT service at check in patiently answering our questions about the hotel and area. She was professional and had an incredible positive attitude.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Nice visit
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
We did not have breakfast. The room was nice. The bathroom is very tiny. The hotel and room were very clean. Good location.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hyatt Place Richmond Airport
Very clean in all areas, inside and out. Breakfast buffet was great. The staff was quite helpful and very pleasant. I would highly recommend this hotel. And I would stay there again if I return to that area.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
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 Monument Avenue 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.
