Richmond City Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Richmond City Center
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.
Richmond Coliseum
Catch an event at Richmond Coliseum during your trip to Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
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.
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.
Activities
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Our pick of the best Richmond City Center Hotel Deals
Hilton Richmond Downtown
The water in sink never got warm and there was food left in the fridge from the previous occupant.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown
Room was clean, bed was comfortable, enjoyed how quiet it was, very peaceful. Plus I enjoyed my view. Staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond - Downtown
I posted a review the day after we arrived at the hotel, and I would like to say---Kenny, the General Manager, is the BEST! He made sure that our stay with Hampton Inn & Suites was enjoyable! He went above and beyond to make our stay better. Yes, there were some issues, but Kenny took care of them ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Richmond Marriott
The room was fine, just way too far from the elevator. Although the front desk personnel offered away from or near elevator, I suggested a little bit away and I ended up on the far end.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Moxy Richmond Downtown
Staff was amazing as usual
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Richmond City Center
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street 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.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue 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.
Church Hill
While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Tobacco Row.
