Laurel Travel Guide
Richmond
Popular places to visit
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.
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
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in Laurel
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Richmond West at I-64, VA
I will definitely be back to this awesome hotel. The hotel staff was nice, the whirlpool was clean and therapeutic. In addition, the pool was nice, the bed was comfortable, and the breakfast was delicious.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
Everything was great
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Studio 6 Extended Stay - Richmond, VA - I-64 West
Worst motel I stayed ever
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
great property
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
I was in Richmond for a conference and the location was convenient. Parking is not included but I parked in a lot less than a block away for a reasonable cost. The design of the hotel is very cool and it seems to be staffed by students. The bar and restaurant looked very cool but I didn’t eat ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
My stay at Omni Richmond Hotel was overall a nice experience. The location is great and very convenient for exploring Richmond. The only thing that always confuses me is paying for parking at a hotel I already paid to stay at. Luckily, we found parking across the street for $6 and ended up paying ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Laurel
Lakeside
You'll enjoy the gardens and art galleries in Lakeside. You might want to make time for a stop at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden or Belmont Golf Course.
Tuckahoe
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in Tuckahoe. You might want to make time for a stop at James River or Regency Square Mall.
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.
Short Pump
Short Pump is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Short Pump Town Center, a top place to visit in the area.
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.
