Richmond City Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Kaylee Spinhirn

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

“The highlights we're the gourmet grilled cheese with mac & cheese and pulled pork, and a side of homemade tomato soup

The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours

NZ$150
per adult
The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours
Storytelling at the Egyptian Building

Specters & Shades of Court End Ghost Tour

NZ$45
per adult
Specters & Shades of Court End Ghost Tour
Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour

Richmond's Street Art Segway Tour

NZ$126
per adult
Richmond's Street Art Segway 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
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

NZ$58
per adult
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
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Our pick of the best Richmond City Center Hotel Deals

Hilton Richmond Downtown

Hilton Richmond Downtown

4 out of 5
501 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$299 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$299
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Check in was a little slow but otherwise all went well."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Hilton Richmond Downtown
Richmond Marriott

Richmond Marriott

3.5 out of 5
500 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$340 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$340
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"More then expected!!!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Richmond Marriott
Moxy Richmond Downtown

Moxy Richmond Downtown

2.5 out of 5
501 EAST FRANKLIN STREET, Richmond, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$266 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$266
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (368 reviews)
Nice hotel!
"The hotel was really nice! Clean which made it much more comfortable to stay. I enjoyed the idea of the supply cabinet in each hall with toiletries, towels, and wash cloths. I wish they had thicker blankets for the bed as I get cold and also enjoy cushy comforters at hotels. Also could use more pillows ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Moxy Richmond Downtown
Omni Richmond Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$297 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$297
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,165 reviews)
"Everything was ABSOLUTELY lovely,"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Omni Richmond Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The price is NZ$560 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$560
25 Aug - 26 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! (1,013 reviews)
A perfect weekend stay
"Everything was wonderful."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

The Jefferson Hotel
Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport

2 out of 5
580 Trampton Road, Sandston, VA
The price is NZ$149 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
NZ$149
3 Sept - 4 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! (213 reviews)
"Great place to stay."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Studio 6 Richmond, VA - Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Richmond City Center

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Monroe Ward

If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

Monroe Ward
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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VCU

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

VCU
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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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Church Hill

While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Tobacco Row.

Church Hill

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