Laurel Travel Guide
Richmond
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in Laurel
Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Richmond West End by IHG
The room was clean and the shower was hot with good water pressure. The A/C worked well, and the closet area was spacious. The bathroom was a little cramped, but not limiting. Staff was friendly and helpful. Overall, really enjoyed the stay. It was close enough to plenty of things to do and felt ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Studio 6 Richmond, VA - I-64 West
We reserved a room with a kitchen and they gave us a room without one and told us they would switch us to the correct one when it was available and never did. The whole building smelled like dog pee and a few staff were a little rude
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Richmond West at I-64, VA
Our stay was very nice. The room and lobby was clean and the hotel was in a convenient location. We would sat again in the future.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Everything was great. Room was clean and breakfast was nice
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
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Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Perfect room and great friendly staff.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Laurel
Dumbarton
Restaurants and shopping are some things travellers note about Dumbarton. Check out Bowlero West End or Shops at Willow Lawn while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
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 The Diamond and Children's Museum of Richmond 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.
