Monroe Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Lisa Warmouth Strusowski
Photo by Lisa Warmouth Strusowski
Photo by Lisa Warmouth Strusowski
Photo by Lisa Warmouth Strusowski
Photo by Alycia Detvay
Photo by Alycia Detvay

Popular places to visit

Virginia Commonwealth University

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.

Virginia Commonwealth University
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
Richmond

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.

Broad Street
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
Altria Theater

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.

Altria Theater
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

Discover Downtown Richmond Bike Tour

Discover Downtown Richmond Bike Tour

NZ$274
per adult
Discover Downtown Richmond Bike Tour
Richmond VA city sightseeing!

RVATukTuk Sightseeing Tour of Richmond

NZ$311
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
RVATukTuk Sightseeing Tour of Richmond
Richmond Street Art Bike Tour

Richmond Street Art Bike Tour

NZ$224
per adult
Richmond Street Art Bike Tour
Stories at the Jefferson Hotel

Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

NZ$45
per adult
Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour
Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

NZ$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Trolley Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Richmond Ghosts: Sinister Scares of Shockoe Bottom Tour

Richmond Ghost Tours: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom

NZ$45
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Richmond Ghost Tours: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
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Our pick of the best Monroe Ward Hotel Deals

The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$558 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$558
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Bed very comfortable, spacious bathroom, soft and large bath towels"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

The Jefferson Hotel
Quirk Hotel Richmond

Quirk Hotel Richmond

4 out of 5
201 W Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$348 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
NZ$348
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Fun decor, good location for Altria events and be sure to get breakfast at Perly's!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Quirk Hotel Richmond
Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$297 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$297
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,331 reviews)
"Great vibe and experience"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
201 E Cary St, Richmond, VA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$211 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$211
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Check in was amazing and I loved our room!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG
Linden Row Inn

Linden Row Inn

3 out of 5
100 E Franklin St, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$226 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$226
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star historic hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and 2 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,128 reviews)
"Unique property, easy check in and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Linden Row Inn
Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

2 out of 5
580 Trampton Road, Sandston, VA
The price is NZ$148 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
NZ$148
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (207 reviews)
"The staff and service at Studio 6 was excellent!! When we were looking for a place to stay and read all the reviews at first we were dumbfounded with how the reviews were so good and quite possibly the best in the area so we gave it a shot and they were spot on. Staff was great and everything has ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Monroe Ward

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Richmond City Center

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

Richmond City Center
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VCU

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

VCU
Virginia showing a sunset

Downtown Richmond

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Downtown Richmond
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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.

Belle and Mayo Islands
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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.

Shockoe Bottom
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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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