VCU Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


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.

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.

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.

Maymont Park
Discover Gilded-Age splendour, manicured gardens and native wildlife in the grounds of this former family home.

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

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures

Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best VCU Hotel Deals

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

The Jefferson Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond

Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway

Studio 6 Richmond-Airport
Other neighbourhoods around VCU

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

Randolph
While there might not be top attractions in Randolph, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Altria Theater and Cathedral of the Sacred Heart.

Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.

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.

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.