Short Pump Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University

5/5(1 review)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

Richmond: Guided Tour of Local Breweries with Tastings

Richmond: Guided Tour of Local Breweries with Tastings

AU$136
per adult
Richmond: Guided Tour of Local Breweries with Tastings
Richmond: Scott’s Addition Neighborhood Tour with Tastings

Richmond: Scott’s Addition Neighborhood Tour with Tastings

AU$160
per adult
Richmond: Scott’s Addition Neighborhood Tour with Tastings
Scott's Addition Booze & Bites Tour

Scott's Addition Brews & Bites Tour

AU$169
per adult
Scott's Addition Brews & Bites Tour
Embarking on a journey to savor the world's finest brews.

Richmond Craft Brewery Crawl By Junket

AU$106
per adult
Richmond Craft Brewery Crawl By Junket
Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

AU$64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Trolley Tour
Group Shot at the Virginia State Capitol!

Richmond Landmark Segway Tour

AU$84
per adult
Richmond Landmark Segway Tour
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Our pick of the best Short Pump Hotel Deals

Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump

Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump

2.5 out of 5
13991 N Gayton Rd, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$180 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$180
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,793 reviews)
Give another try
"Bed was excellent, food great, Didn’t like ants in bathroom."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump
Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump

Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump

4 out of 5
12042 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$272 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$272
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"This is my go-to hotel for Richmond. I always book this hotel whenever my family come to visit or if I just need a nice staycation. It's easy parking, great rooms/service and it's close to the mall, movie theater and restaurants. My family and I always enjoy our stay here."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
Hyatt House Richmond / Short Pump

Hyatt House Richmond / Short Pump

3 out of 5
11800 W Broad Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$198 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$198
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Best at Short Pump
"Our room/floor was very quiet, clean and well appointed. Desk staff are very attentive and friendly. The breakfast is the best of any hotel we’ve stayed at and the set up is superb. We live in the blue ridge mountains and come to Richmond a couple times a year. This is our favorite spot and really ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Hyatt House Richmond / Short Pump
Home2 Suites by Hilton Richmond Short Pump

Home2 Suites by Hilton Richmond Short Pump

3 out of 5
209 Towne Center West Blvd, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$266 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$266
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (522 reviews)
"This is our third time staying here and we will definitely be back. It is so close to the amazing short pump outlet mall. The staff are so friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Richmond Short Pump
The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$508 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$508
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,009 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay at The Jefferson. The staff were super friendly and accommodating to me and my family. I will certainly be back the next time I am in Richmond."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

The Jefferson Hotel
Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

2 out of 5
580 Trampton Road, Sandston, VA
The price is AU$135 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$135
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Sandston. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Broad Street and White Oak Village are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (201 reviews)
Nice
"The place was super clean and quiet."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Short Pump

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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.

Tuckahoe
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Dumbarton

Restaurants and shopping are some things travellers note about Dumbarton. Check out Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden or Country Club of Virginia while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Dumbarton
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden which includes signage, a fountain and a garden

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.

Lakeside
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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.

Bon Air
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Scott's Addition

Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but The Diamond and Children's Museum of Richmond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Scott's Addition
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts which includes interior views and art

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.

Museum District

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