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
100% of travellers recommend
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$49
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$318 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$318
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Clean, good location, convenient parking garage. Didn't like barn style bathroom door that didn't shut tight and shower sliding door that wouldn't stay shut. Fold out couch was NOT comfortable but worked out."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Richmond Marriott
Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown

Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown

3.5 out of 5
555 E Canal Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$311 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$311
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice people and property"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown
Hilton Richmond Downtown

Hilton Richmond Downtown

4 out of 5
501 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$274 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$274
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Hotel..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Hilton Richmond Downtown
Moxy Richmond Downtown

Moxy Richmond Downtown

2.5 out of 5
501 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$240 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$240
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (387 reviews)
Nice if you aren’t parking a car.
"Hotel was nice…fun and quirky as Moxy hotels are. The bed was super firm which isn’t a fit for us. There was only about 18 inches of cleanse on the top bunk for the 17 year old with us. Good thing she’s thin or she wouldn’t have been able to roll over in bed. The parking garage setup is crap. Getting ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 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$270 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$270
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,356 reviews)
"Nice rooftop bar/ restaurant"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$542 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$542
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (1,031 reviews)
"Hotel was wonderful. Staff was outstanding and willing to help with any need."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 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
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Central Office

While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.

Central Office
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

Richmond City Center Travel Guide

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