Monroe Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.

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.

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.

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

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

Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Our pick of the best Monroe Ward Hotel Deals

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Clean room staff was great as always! Breakfast was delicious & good coffee :) valet was great and lots of walking for my dog.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

The Jefferson Hotel
Great five star stay
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Linden Row Inn
Check in person was great - room is fine. Very convenient to downtown Richmond.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Quirk Hotel Richmond
Beautiful hotel, aesthetically incredible. Friendly and helpful staff. Great lobby area. Room was clean spacious and quiet. Would love to stay there again!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG
The room was spotless and the person at the reservation desk was very helpful.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Omni Richmond Hotel
The staff was amazing. They have a featherless floor for guests who have allergies
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Monroe Ward

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

Jackson Ward
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Jackson Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Black History Museum or Broad Street.

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

Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.

Downtown Richmond
Downtown Richmond is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Shockoe Slip or Canal Walk.

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.







