Jackson Ward Travel Guide
Richmond
Visit Jackson Ward
Popular places to visit
Hippodrome Theater
Get tickets for a show at Hippodrome Theater, a popular theatre in Richmond. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.
Black History Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Black History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Virginia Repertory Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Virginia Repertory Theatre on your trip to Richmond. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this romantic area.
Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site
You can browse the exhibits at Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Bill "Bojangles" Robinson Monument
Learn about the local history of Richmond when you spend time at Bill "Bojangles" Robinson Monument. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Ebenezer Baptist Church
You can find out about the history of Richmond with a visit to Ebenezer Baptist Church. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly 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
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in Jackson Ward
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Enjoyed my stay
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
Wifi didn’t work No hot water in the shower
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Beautiful, great staff
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Staff from front desk to concierge, bellmen, TJs bartenders and housekeeping were all wonderful. Property was impressive and meals at Lemaire were excellent. We felt pampered. Love the hotel and staff.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Red Roof Inn Richmond South
Great stuff and place
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Appreciate quality of breakfast and dinners and polite staff
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jackson Ward
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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 The Virginia Center for Architecture.
