Laurel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Short Pump Town Center
During your trip to Richmond, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Short Pump Town Center. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.
Kings Dominion
Bring your family to Kings Dominion and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Greater Richmond Convention Center during your trip to Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens 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.
Activities
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Laurel Hotel Deals
Studio 6 Extended Stay - Richmond, VA - I-64 West
So what .
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Richmond West at I-64, VA
For the most part the hotel was acceptable in all aspects. The manager (middle eastern gentleman?) went over and beyond his way to accommodate and welcome us to the property and was super nice!! The downfall to this location is the homeless population that lands on his doorstep loitering on premises, ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
Staff is very friendly!!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Excelente la atención y servicio de parking
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
I stayed here once before and this time was a very similar experience. The staff is nice enough, if a bit disorganized. My room was fine, but noisy. The wifi was awful and I was told that was probably because the hotel was full. Breakfast is ordered at a counter in the lobby and delivered to your ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
We've stayed here a few times over the years for our anniversary. The rooms are clean and we love it here, but this time the bed in our suite was HORRIBLE. It seems they changed the bed to a box spring mattress...the worst. Overall, my husband and I enjoyed our staycation and loved reconnecting.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Laurel
Dumbarton
Restaurants and shopping are some things travellers note about Dumbarton. Check out Bowlero West End or Shops at Willow Lawn while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
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.
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.
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but Arthur Ashe Athletic Center and The Diamond 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.
Short Pump
Short Pump is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Short Pump Town Center, a top place to visit in the area.
