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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Our pick of the best Museum District Hotel Deals
The Jefferson Hotel
This is an exceptional hotel! Stunning interiors and exceptional staff.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
lovely stay
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Omni Richmond Hotel
Great hospitality great service from the menu you walk in to the minute you leave
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Regency Inn Richmond
Great customer service the young lady and the gentleman was very polite I didn't know too much about the place and they didn't have a problem explaining without getting mad plus it was very clean I really like that
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Very nice
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Richmond West Innsbrook
It was ok. Bed was hard. Breakfast was ok.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
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 The Diamond and Science Museum of Virginia are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
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.
