Upper Shockoe Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Spend some time admiring the beautiful and diverse floral displays featured in this superb botanical garden, one of the finest in the country.
Maymont Park
There’s something for everyone at this estate, with plants, animals and a beautiful house to discover.
Activities
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Our pick of the best Upper Shockoe Valley Hotel Deals
Omni Richmond Hotel
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Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
The Jefferson Hotel
Excellent dining, beautiful hotel, very convenient amenities
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Good location. Clean. Lots of breakfast options. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Regency Inn Richmond
Ever
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Cafe/bar had excellent lattes. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Sleeping area was very dusty
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Richmond Airport
Great place overall. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Shockoe Valley
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond CenterStage.
Downtown Richmond
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 Virginia Governor's Mansion.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
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.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Church Hill
While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Broad Street.
