Downtown Richmond Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Richmond
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
The National
Get tickets for a show at The National, a popular theatre in Richmond. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Shockoe Slip
You can learn about the history of Richmond when you stop by Shockoe Slip. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
If Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Richmond.
Canal Walk
Learn about the local history of Richmond when you take a trip to Canal Walk. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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 Downtown Richmond Hotel Deals
Omni Richmond Hotel
The property is beautiful but nothing is open on the weekends. The elevators are extremely slow and there was always a long line. We were there for three nights and did not receive any housekeeping. The front desk was very unfriendly and gave conflicting information from when I had called prior to ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
nice
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Fantastic room!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Berkeley Hotel
No gym, property was under renovation was extremely loud couldn’t walk in front door. They ran out of WATER.Nothing upon check in was so bad had to leave a night early and stay at a Hilton do not stay here
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
The Commonwealth
The hotel could use a basic "refresh". While my room was a nice size, it was a bit run down and could use an overall upgrade. The staff was great - Shane is wonderful! I was not clear when housekeeping was to come. Towels were changed every day, but my bed was only made 1 out of the 3 days I was ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Linden Row Inn
Classic historical hotel. Recommend staying in the garden area in spring. Very nice staff. Adorable cat Annabelle greets you in the lobby. Safe location. Bed was very comfortable.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Richmond
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
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.
Shockoe Bottom
You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in Shockoe Bottom. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Capital Trail: Richmond Trailhead or Libby Hill Park.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Jackson Ward
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Jackson Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Broad Street or Black History Museum.
Church Hill
While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Broad Street.
