Monroe Ward Travel Guide
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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.
Maymont Park
This grand estate is a family favorite with a petting zoo, native wildlife and a preserved 19th-century mansion.
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.
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
Specters & Shades of Court End Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Monroe Ward
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Yes very much so
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
The Jefferson Hotel
Great five star stay
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Linden Row Inn
Enjoyed our stay! The room was clean and comfortable for our long weekend. Hope to return the next time we’re in Richmond!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Quirk Hotel Richmond
Nice hotel, historic building
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG
Clean room. Great location for the price. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Omni Richmond Hotel
The staff was pleasant and professional. We arrived several hours early before check-in and granted
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Monroe Ward
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
Jackson Ward
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Jackson Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Black History Museum or Broad Street.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater 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 Canal Walk.
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.
