The Diamond Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Diamond
Popular places to visit
The Diamond
Catch an event at The Diamond during your trip to Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
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 The Diamond Hotel Deals
Omni Richmond Hotel
The room is clean and comfortable. The location is great, love the easy access to Starbucks and Chick Fil A for quick bites and coffee right downstairs. Logging into free wifi a little tricky but quickly resolved.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Beautiful property we visit often.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Always a good experience when I stay at Drury Plaza in Richmond, Virginia. I left too early to have breakfast, but it has always been an asset to this stay.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Friendly & helpful staff. Conveniently located.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Easy seamless check-in and friendly staff. Nice room and decor.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
The room was clean, love the tv size and the water pressure was to die for. All amenities were appropriate. Simply love this hotel.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Diamond
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but The Diamond and Children's Museum of Richmond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Museum District
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
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.
Carytown
If you're spending some time in Carytown, Carytown and Byrd Theater are top sights worth seeing.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
