Monroe Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Monroe Ward
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
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Monroe Ward Hotel Deals
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
This property looked and felt tired. Kind of like a hotel that wants to be a luxury hotel ... but hasn't figured it out or shared that with their employees. The bathroom was dirty with scuff marks on the door and shower and literal dirt in the corners. Peeling wallpaper. The bed's top sheet had a ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Beautiful location. Great staff. Wonderful food. Best coffee I have ever had.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Linden Row Inn
PROS: The area is cute, walkable to buses, and there’s a sweet lobby kitty. The building is historic, with nice architecture. One front desk staff member was awesome, but the others during our stay were a bit less friendly. None were rude or unprofessional. They gave us fresh washcloths when they ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Quirk Hotel Richmond
Not clean. In the middle of the night all the plumbing sounded.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG
Great location. Room spacious and clean. Bed and pillows very comfortable. Staff friendly. We didn’t use any amenities. I wish breakfast went until 10 especially for a Sunday. It was done by 9:30 so we didn’t get a chance to eat at the hotel before getting on the road.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Clean hotel inside and out. Valet team was professional, polite and prompt. Late checkout was easy. The room was clean and the bathroom was modern.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monroe Ward
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
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.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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 Virginia Governor's Mansion.
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.
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.
