Upper Shockoe Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Kings Dominion
Enjoy the excitement at Kings Dominion and see why this is a favourite theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Short Pump Town Center
During your trip to Richmond, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Short Pump Town Center. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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.
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
Private Trolley Pub w/ Bar+Mural Stops: up to 15ppl
Top hotels in Upper Shockoe Valley
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
"Friendly staff"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
"The staff were all friendly and helpful. The hotel is gorgeous. The food is excellent and the fact they give free rides to local restaurants and sites was an added treat."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
"Great stay, awesome staff , beautiful room"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Commonwealth
"Great stay!!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
"The staff was lovely, however, the hotel itself left a lot to be desired and at times was straight up infuriating. 1/4 elevators worked for a 20 story building, causing 10+ minute wait times for the elevator… worst of all there was no public access to a stairwell which seems insane. Because of this ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
"Bed were comfortable liked the shower"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Shockoe Valley
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
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 Capitol Square.
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.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Church Hill
While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Broad Street.
