Richmond City Center Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Richmond Coliseum
Catch an event at Richmond Coliseum during your trip to Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
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.
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.
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 Richmond City Center
Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown
Hotel was nice. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hilton Richmond Downtown
Location, restaurant and bar, wonderful staff, and comfortable room. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Richmond Marriott
The room was very clean and service was efficient. The shower was very good also, though I was a bit concerned about the slippery nature of the bath tub when taking my shower. Other than that, all was good.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond - Downtown
Great staff, large room, good breakfast.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Moxy Richmond Downtown
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Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Standouts were the staff, Chas my concierge greeted us at the door, handled our bags, placed them in the room, got us ice, and made sure our needs were met, Ketunde the receptionist was in training, yet she was exceptionally professional and welcoming, easy conversation making us feel at home, the ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Richmond City Center
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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 Capitol Square.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Randolph
While there might not be top attractions in Randolph, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Altria Theater and Stuart C. Siegel Center.
