Jackson Ward Travel Guide
Richmond
Visit Jackson Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
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 family-friendly area.
Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church
You can learn about the history of Richmond when you stop by Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
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 family-friendly area.
Things to do
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Richmond: Guided Tour of Local Breweries with Tastings
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Jackson Ward
Omni Richmond Hotel
Room was clean and good quality. Staff allowed for an additional hour at check out which was very much appreciated.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
a-one experience
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Great food, wonderful staff and very well located.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
1) Dodgy area. not sure I would walk the area at night. View from my room looked out on a graffiti covered building across a parking lot. Be prepared for ambulances and sirens blasting at least 2 or 3 times during the night. 2) rooms are all different, but my room was...less than optimal. The bed ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
Room was fine however our neighbor had 2 barking dogs at all hours. I had to go outside at 11:30pm and shout outside their door to shut those dogs up and I was not the only person standing outside because of this. I will never stay at a dog friendly place again. BTW we have a dog, we like dogs. Hotel ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Best Western PLUS Executive Hotel
The staff was really non present and not outgoing to talk to. The lobby was not clean and had trash laying around. For a non smoking hotel the whole hotel smelled of smoke. The room was clean enough but the floors had not been deep cleaned and right after the shower walking around my feet were black ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 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 Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Court End
While visiting Court End, you might make a stop by sights like White House of the Confederacy and The National.
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 Canal Walk.
