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
Enjoy the excitement at Kings Dominion and see why this is a favourite 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
Parking was very easy. Staff was friendly and helpful. Wawa, Sheetz and gas station are right across the street. Air conditioner worked very well. Bed was comfortable, and it was helpful to have a good refrigerator right in the room.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Nothing we couldn’t handle but there was one time that the lady cleans the room do not knocked the door just opened it. And my husband and I were just getting out the shower. Plus on 5/8/26 our second day there they changed the bed take out the trash but didn’t clean the bathroom. Not even changed ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Very spacious room in great location downtown by the capital. Allowed me to check in early. Has a Starbucks in the lobby, pool was warm. Comfortable bed. Great stay
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Everything is exceptional.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Commonwealth
Everything perfect
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Wonderful family love the stay
Reviewed on 11 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.
