Swanson Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Richmond Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian
Our pick of the best Swanson Hotel Deals
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
Sharon, on the night shift at the front desk, helped me navigate several of my travel questions as this was my first time flying into Richmond airport and it was very late. Thank you Sharon!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Great downtown RVA location. Very “college” vibe look and feel. Limited street parking, so be ready for extra cost for parking/ valet.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
I was a little disappointed. We were in a Queen size room. The bathroom toilet was immediately next to the wall with zero elbow room the the right and a wall with a metal towel holder maybe 2 feet in front. It was a safety issue. I’m 5’1 and still hit my head on the towel rack. I am surprised the ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Review for The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond Richmond has always held a special place in my heart as the city I grew up in, and coming back for a visit was a true pleasure. I never had the opportunity to stay at The Jefferson Hotel before, and I’m so glad I finally did. From the moment I arrived, it ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Commonwealth
We had a very poor experience at this hotel. Just a one night stay to visit my kids who live in Richmond. The first room had a mechanical issue with an aircon unit in the bedroom that's not pushing good air but making a terrible compressor sound... Couldn't be turned off and so chang d rooms at 4am. ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Very clean place to stay. This was my second time here and I loved it. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Book your next trip here!
Reviewed on 10 May 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 James River and Carytown.
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.
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.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
