Central Office Travel Guide
Richmond
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Popular places to visit
Short Pump Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Short Pump Town Center, a favourite shopping spot in Richmond. 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.
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.
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.
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
Top hotels in Central Office
Omni Richmond Hotel
My stay at Omni Richmond Hotel was overall a nice experience. The location is great and very convenient for exploring Richmond. The only thing that always confuses me is paying for parking at a hotel I already paid to stay at. Luckily, we found parking across the street for $6 and ended up paying ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Richmond - Downtown
Very nice hotel at a good price in a downtown Richmond location. The desk staff were super nice and very helpful. They have a very interesting elevator system where you touch the screen for the floor you want. When we were in the parking garage, it took me a while to figure out how to get to the ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Absolutely awful experience at the Graduate Richmond, especially for a room that cost over $300 a night. The bathroom was filthy when we arrived — dusty, grimy, and just plain nasty. Conditioner was completely empty. It looked like it hadn’t been properly cleaned in a long time. For the price they ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
Rude unpleasant and poor communication never will I ever
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Probably the nicest hotel I’ve ever stayed in. We were in Richmond for a meetup with a bunch of college buddies and spouses. Totally blown away as soon as we drove up to hotel. And even more impressed after we entered. Staff was wonderful and attentive. Fabulous shower. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Great hotel. Lovely staff!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Office
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 Virginia Governor's Mansion.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
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.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Jackson Ward
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Jackson Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Broad Street or Hippodrome Theater.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
