The Diamond Travel Guide
Richmond
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Popular places to visit
The Diamond
Catch an event at The Diamond during your trip to Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
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.
Kings Dominion
Bring your family to Kings Dominion and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
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 The Diamond
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
No frills. Good value. Clean. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Still waiting for my $50 incidental deposit to be refunded and the valet parking overcharged me for an overnight is 38 and some change when I looked at my bank account they had charged me $75 and some change for just one overnight stay.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Lovely hotel with beautiful rooms and very helpful staff. Location is convenient for VCU Medical Center and the Capitol. The in house restaurant is pub style and food quality was excellent. If you want something more formal just across the street is the Tobacco Company (also excellent); something ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Exceptional service. The hotel was beautiful and located centrally.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Love staying here. Great service. Good food and drinks.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Commonwealth
Huge room and comfy beds. Lovely!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Diamond
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but Arthur Ashe Athletic Center and The Diamond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Jackson Ward
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Jackson Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Broad Street or Black History Museum.
Randolph
While there might not be top attractions in Randolph, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Altria Theater and Stuart C. Siegel Center.
