Short Pump Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Short Pump
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.
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.
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.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Home to 22,000 works of art covering 5,000 years of history, this museum has something for everyone.
Maymont Park
There’s something for everyone at this estate, with plants, animals and a beautiful house to discover.
Activities
Richmond: Guided Tour of Local Breweries with Tastings
Richmond: Scott’s Addition Neighborhood Tour with Tastings
Our pick of the best Short Pump Hotel Deals
Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump
Good hotel friendly staff good breakfast selection good location walkable restaurants
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
Staff are friendly, rooms are clean, and there is a good restaurant on the property.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hyatt House Richmond / Short Pump
Our go to place in Henrico! It's like a home away from home. Big shout out to Shari the bartender! She's the BEST!!!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Richmond Short Pump
They allow pets We had to get our room moved because of barking dogs next-door.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Everything was amazing!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
The check in process was eaay and pleasant, the snacks provided when we checked in were a welcomed surprise and our room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Short Pump
Tuckahoe
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in Tuckahoe. You might want to make time for a stop at James River or Regency Square Mall.
Lakeside
You'll enjoy the gardens and art galleries in Lakeside. You might want to make time for a stop at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden or Belmont Golf Course.
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.
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but The Diamond and Science Museum of Virginia are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Museum District
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
Carytown
If you're spending some time in Carytown, Carytown and Byrd Theater are top sights worth seeing.
