Lakeside Travel Guide
Richmond
Popular places to visit
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Spend some time admiring the beautiful and diverse floral displays featured in this superb botanical garden, one of the finest in the country.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Richmond Ghost Tours: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Top hotels in Lakeside
The Jefferson Hotel
Staff at the front desk gave us room upgrade because it was my husband’s birthday!! Room service delivered our meal on time and it was delicious. Room service came back and asked if we needed anything!! Room was spotless! Service was great all around… We will be back in April!!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Very clean hotel
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Clean
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Booked this room for my parents for the holiday they loved it!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Commonwealth
Good location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but The Diamond and Science Museum of Virginia 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.
Carytown
If you're spending some time in Carytown, Carytown and Byrd Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Tuckahoe
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in Tuckahoe. You might want to make time for a stop at James River or Regency Square Mall.
