Hioaks Travel Guide
Richmond
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.
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.
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.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
This museum houses Russian jewels, impressionist masters and ancient relics in its vast and varied collection.
Maymont Park
This grand estate is a family favorite with a petting zoo, native wildlife and a preserved 19th-century mansion.
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
Top hotels in Hioaks
The Jefferson Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel is outstanding. But at Christmas time, the food service options for guests are terrible. The lunch service and evening dining service options were not available during our three day stay. Reservations had been fully booked, "for the last six months" and the hotel did not provide ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Recommend adult hours in the pool and jacuzzi Jaccuzzi seemed cloudy. Lobby smelled of dirty mop water.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Regency Inn Richmond
Very nice and courteous staff the room was nice accept the chair it was very beat up and stained, i didn't sit in it really it should be replaced or reupholstered is a real eye sore. The rest of the room is beautiful.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
I love it.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
The staff was wonderful. Chiquita and Khasia in particular were kind and very helpful. All of the staff was attentive. *** The physical property needs some repairs (elevators very slow, halls were poorly painted, the room ceiling and walls were worn).
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
The Commonwealth
Quiet stay near great sites and dining.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hioaks
Midlothian
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Midlothian and surrounding area, you can visit University of Richmond Stadium and James River.
Bon Air
Visitors to Bon Air enjoy its coffee shops, and if you want to do some exploring, Chesterfield Towne Center is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Blackwell
When in Blackwell, you can plan a visit to Belle Isle and James River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
