Swanson Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Short Pump Town Center
During your trip to Richmond, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Short Pump Town Center. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Greater Richmond Convention Center during your trip to Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
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.
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.
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 Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Our pick of the best Swanson Hotel Deals
The Jefferson Hotel
Our stay at the Jefferson was luxurious. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was large and spacious, with comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Suite was spacious & clean.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Easy check in. Friendly, no wait, excellent room.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Megan at the front desk, absolutely is an angel and save the day not once but three different times. She is simply excellent if you’re looking for a place to sleep at a great rate in a decent area this is probably the best value on the site.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
: door was open when we ~ first got to the door and something hard was on the bed at the foot.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Lovely staff, great location, easy street parking.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Swanson
Midlothian
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midlothian and surrounding area, you can visit University of Richmond Stadium and James River.
Blackwell
When in Blackwell, you can plan a visit to Belle Isle and James River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Carytown
If you're spending some time in Carytown, Carytown and Byrd Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Bon Air
Visitors to Bon Air enjoy its coffee shops, and if you want to do some exploring, Chesterfield Towne Center is worth a stop.
