Richmond City Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Kaylee Spinhirn
Photo by Kaylee Spinhirn

Popular places to visit

Virginia Commonwealth University

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.

Virginia Commonwealth University
University of Richmond

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.

University of Richmond
Richmond

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.

Broad Street
Maymont Park featuring heritage architecture and a house

Maymont Park

There’s something for everyone at this estate, with plants, animals and a beautiful house to discover.

Maymont Park
Altria Theater

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.

Altria Theater
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts featuring art and a city

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Home to 22,000 works of art covering 5,000 years of history, this museum has something for everyone.

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Activities

“The highlights we're the gourmet grilled cheese with mac & cheese and pulled pork, and a side of homemade tomato soup

The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours

AU$138
per adult
The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours
Storytelling at the Egyptian Building

Specters & Shades of Court End Ghost Tour

AU$41
per adult
Specters & Shades of Court End Ghost Tour
Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour

Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour

AU$116
per adult
Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour
Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

AU$64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Trolley Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

AU$54
per adult
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Come see Richmond like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures

AU$40
per adult
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
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Our pick of the best Richmond City Center Hotel Deals

Richmond Marriott

Richmond Marriott

3.5 out of 5
500 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$313 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$313
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The room and lobby were clean. Their restaurant, “Fall Line,” is good. The breakfast is not great—terrible potatoes. The other meals are fine. The staff is outstanding—helpful, attentive, and professional."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Richmond Marriott
Hilton Richmond Downtown

Hilton Richmond Downtown

4 out of 5
501 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$273 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$273
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"It’s a very pleasant property and is located in a great area, staff were very helpful and friendly. This is my second visit. I will probably come again."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Hilton Richmond Downtown
Moxy Richmond Downtown

Moxy Richmond Downtown

2.5 out of 5
501 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, Richmond, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$242 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$242
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (379 reviews)
"It was nice"

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025

Moxy Richmond Downtown
Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$273 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$273
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,345 reviews)
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Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Omni Richmond Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$300 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$300
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,162 reviews)
"All was great"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Omni Richmond Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$511 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$511
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
A Must Stay!
"Make your reservation today! The Jefferson exceeds every expectation and beyond!! Classically and historically beautiful, impeccably maintained, superior staff. I can't wait to return!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

The Jefferson Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Richmond City Center

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Monroe Ward

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

Monroe Ward
Virginia showing a sunset

Downtown Richmond

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Downtown Richmond
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VCU

If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

VCU
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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.

Belle and Mayo Islands
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Shockoe Bottom

You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in Shockoe Bottom. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Capital Trail: Richmond Trailhead or Libby Hill Park.

Shockoe Bottom
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Church Hill

While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Tobacco Row.

Church Hill

Richmond City Center Travel Guide

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