Dumbarton Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Kings Dominion
Enjoy the excitement at Kings Dominion and see why this is a favourite theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
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
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Private Trolley Pub w/ Bar+Mural Stops: up to 15ppl
Top hotels in Dumbarton
Best Western PLUS Executive Hotel
"Room wasn’t clean at all, bugs in the bed me and my girlfriend slept in the couch bad experience. I would never recommended that place to no one."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Econo Lodge
"I’m still waiting for my $50 security deposit that they said would only hold for 3-5 days . Saw some stains on the bed. Had an okay breakfast"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
"Very nice and staff was friendly"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
"Best hotel in that area the people is also very helpful"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
"The hotel was precisely as described"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
"There were no complaints about this stay. The hotel was amazing, the staff was friendly and courteous. The amenities were superb. My only minor suggestion would be to move the opening of the shower door to the other end away from the shower head. I would absolutely stay here every time. I also stayed ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Dumbarton
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.
Short Pump
Short Pump is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Short Pump Town Center, a top place to visit in the area.
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.
North Chesterfield
While North Chesterfield isn't home to many top sights, Chesterfield Towne Center and River City Sportsplex are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
