Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.
Activities

The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours

Richmond Ghost Tours: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Our pick of the best Carytown Hotel Deals

Omni Richmond Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

The Commonwealth
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Regency Inn Richmond
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Carytown

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.

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.

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

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

Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

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