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$134
per adult
Richmond: Guided Tour of Local Breweries with Tastings
Embarking on a journey to savor the world's finest brews.

Richmond Craft Brewery Crawl By Junket

AU$130
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
Stories at the Jefferson Hotel

Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

AU$41
per adult
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour
Group Shot at the Virginia State Capitol!

Richmond Landmark Segway Tour

AU$83
per adult
Richmond Landmark Segway Tour
Come see Richmond like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures

AU$48
per adult
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$174 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$174
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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! (1,827 reviews)
"Staff is efficient and friendly. Room was clean, My room had a great view and the windows are sound proof so i could enjoy the view but also the peice and quiet."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Richmond 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$215 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$215
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great clean room , would stay again"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Hyatt House 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$305 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$305
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful property! I would certainly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/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$263 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$263
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (557 reviews)
"Hj"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Richmond Short Pump
Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$268 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$268
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,350 reviews)
"The need to "ask for cleaning" is trash. Everyone knows that. They dont even tell you that at checkin. Now that ive got that out...this hotel is great. There is construction which only meant a sound during the day, but it was quiet at night. The rooftop bar is amazing. The gym is functional. The ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is AU$502 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$502
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,034 reviews)
"The Jefferson was great. The staff was very welcoming and accommodating. It’s a beautiful old hotel but room was updated and well kept. The grounds and lobby are grand and you should stay here just to see them."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

The Jefferson Hotel
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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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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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Fan District

You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Fan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Monument Avenue or Jefferson Davis Monument.

Fan District
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Byrd Park

Though Byrd Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like University of Richmond Stadium and Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

Byrd Park

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