Museum District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Home to 22,000 works of art covering 5,000 years of history, this museum has something for everyone.
Science Museum of Virginia
Science comes to life at this exciting, family-friendly museum.
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.
Kings Dominion
Bring your family to Kings Dominion and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Virginia Commonwealth University
Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your visit to Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront 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 Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Museum District Hotel Deals
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
Easy to find, close to the airport, clean room, comfy beds and Sharon was amazing. She made sure we were taken care of. Thank you Sharon! ~Gina & Jay~ St. Thomas Virgin Islands 😊
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Great downtown RVA location. Very “college” vibe look and feel. Limited street parking, so be ready for extra cost for parking/ valet.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
The indoor pool was not working at the time. Everything else was fine.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Review for The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond Richmond has always held a special place in my heart as the city I grew up in, and coming back for a visit was a true pleasure. I never had the opportunity to stay at The Jefferson Hotel before, and I’m so glad I finally did. From the moment I arrived, it ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Commonwealth
We had a very poor experience at this hotel. Just a one night stay to visit my kids who live in Richmond. The first room had a mechanical issue with an aircon unit in the bedroom that's not pushing good air but making a terrible compressor sound... Couldn't be turned off and so chang d rooms at 4am. ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Five stars across the board!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum District
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.
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.
Randolph
While there might not be top attractions in Randolph, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Altria Theater and Stuart C. Siegel Center.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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.
