Old Town Manchester 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.
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
Richmond Ghost Tours: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond
RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures
Our pick of the best Old Town Manchester Hotel Deals
Omni Richmond Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
Reviewed on 17 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 Old Town Manchester
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.
Blackwell
When in Blackwell, you can plan a visit to Belle Isle and James River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Edgar Allan Poe Museum.
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.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.