Lakeside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden which includes signage, a fountain and a garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden featuring flowers and a park
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden featuring a garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden showing a garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden showing flowers and a garden

Popular places to visit

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden featuring a garden

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

5/5(1 review)

Spend some time admiring the beautiful and diverse floral displays featured in this superb botanical garden, one of the finest in the country.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
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
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
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
Maymont Park featuring heritage architecture and a house

Maymont Park

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

Maymont Park
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts featuring art and a city

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

Activities

Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

NZ$69
per adult
Historic Trolley Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

NZ$48
per adult
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Picture 4 for Activity Richmond Ghosts: Sinister Scares of Shockoe Bottom Tour

Richmond Ghosts: Sinister Scares of Shockoe Bottom Tour

NZ$60
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Richmond Ghosts: Sinister Scares of Shockoe Bottom Tour
“Our guide was awesome, kind and very knowledgeable about the area and each restaurant. I highly recommend this company and we will be taking the other tours they offer.” - River City Food Tours guest

Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond

NZ$156
per adult
Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond
Group Shot at the Virginia State Capitol!

Richmond Landmark Segway Tour

NZ$91
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

NZ$40
per adult
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
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Our pick of the best Lakeside Hotel Deals

Regency Inn Richmond
Regency Inn Richmond
2 out of 5
1500 Eastridge Road, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$126 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$126
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"I love staying here and it’s quiet and peaceful"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Regency Inn Richmond
Omni Richmond Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel
4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$306 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$306
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,130 reviews)
"Nice hotel."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Omni Richmond Hotel
Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport
Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport
2 out of 5
580 Trampton Road, Sandston, VA
The price is NZ$135 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$135
20 July - 21 July
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
Couples retreat
"Great place to stay. Very peaceful and friendly. We will stay there again."

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport
Red Roof Inn Richmond South
Red Roof Inn Richmond South
2 out of 5
4350 Commerce Rd, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$121 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$121
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.4/10 (1,010 reviews)
"Everything Was Great"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Red Roof Inn Richmond South
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
3 out of 5
8008 W. Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$194 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$194
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Short Pump Town Center and Regency ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (104 reviews)
"Overall was a pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
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$106 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$106
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
5/10 (1,525 reviews)
"Is a resort, a lot of daily fees"

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside

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Dumbarton

Restaurants and shopping are some things travellers note about Dumbarton. Check out Shops at Willow Lawn or Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Dumbarton
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Ginter Park

While there might not be top attractions in Ginter Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Richmond Raceway and Science Museum of Virginia.

Ginter Park
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Scott's Addition

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

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

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 Monument Avenue.

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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VCU

If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and VCU Institute for Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.

VCU

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