Museum District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts which includes interior views and art

Popular places to visit

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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

A vast collection of artistic treasures from around the world awaits you at one of Richmond’s most popular museums.

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Maymont Park

Discover Gilded-Age splendour, manicured gardens and native wildlife in the grounds of this former family home.

Maymont Park

Activities

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Richmond Ghosts: Sinister Scares of Shockoe Bottom Tour

NZ$42
Per adult
Richmond Ghosts: Sinister Scares of Shockoe Bottom Tour
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Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour

NZ$123
Per adult
Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour
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Would I Lie To You? Mural Walks

NZ$32
Per adult
Would I Lie To You? Mural Walks
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Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

NZ$49
Per adult
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour
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Church Hill Segway Tour in Richmond

NZ$130
Per adult
Church Hill Segway Tour in Richmond
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Guided Walking Tour of Richmond

NZ$61
Per adult
Guided Walking Tour of Richmond
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Our pick of the best Museum District Hotel Deals

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
2 out of 5
6000 Audubon Dr, Sandston, VA
The price is NZ$105 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
NZ$105
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sandston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
4.6/10 (1,225 reviews)
"Not bad for the price."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
3 out of 5
11049 West Broad St, Glen Allen, VA
The price is NZ$239 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$239
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Glen Allen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,302 reviews)
Top notch hotel
"We discovetedcthis hotel chain on Arizona and susequently sought out the Drury Plaza in Richmond. It did not disappoint. Will definitely use Drury whenever we can in our travels."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Graduate Richmond
Graduate Richmond
4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$317 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$317
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,128 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and the vibe at the hotel is very cool. The bathroom was a little worn and we were disappointed that the bunkbeds weren’t made up with sheets (even though our kids were on the reservation), but all in all, it was a good stay."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Graduate Richmond
Omni Richmond Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel
4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$289 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$289
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,157 reviews)
"Front desk was amazing and the rooms were clean"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Omni Richmond Hotel
The Berkeley Hotel
The Berkeley Hotel
4 out of 5
1200 E Cary St, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$291 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
NZ$291
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,426 reviews)
Southern Charm
"Beautiful historical hotel with nicely appointed rooms and comfortable linens. There was no microwave or refrigerator in our room which I neglected to notice when I made the reservation. The room had a balcony and it was lovely to sit outside above the hustle and bustle on the street and enjoy a ..."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

The Berkeley Hotel
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 NZ$166 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$166
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (1,666 reviews)
"Nothing bad to say"

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Wingate by Wyndham Richmond Short Pump
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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Scott's Addition

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

Scott's Addition
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Randolph

While there might not be top attractions in Randolph, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Altria Theater and Maymont Park.

Randolph
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VCU

If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

VCU
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Richmond City Center

While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.

Richmond City Center
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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.

Belle and Mayo Islands

Museum District Travel Guide

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