Blackwell 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.
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.
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.
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 Blackwell
Omni Richmond Hotel
Excelente la atención y servicio de parking
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
I want to start this by saying, I’m a Hilton rewards member and frequent their hotels as I travel for business. The Graduate did not live up to their typical standards. The bathroom had no toilet paper holder so you just had the tp on the granite counters that condensate when the shower is running ...
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
We've stayed here a few times over the years for our anniversary. The rooms are clean and we love it here, but this time the bed in our suite was HORRIBLE. It seems they changed the bed to a box spring mattress...the worst. Overall, my husband and I enjoyed our staycation and loved reconnecting.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Clean room, great bathroom, nice sheets. We loved the free shuttle that dropped us off for dinner!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
Good stay for 4 days. Clean & conveniently located close to the airport. No restaurants or groceries in walking distance.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hilton Richmond Downtown
Staff was welcoming, clean room, great stay!
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Blackwell
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.
Shockoe Bottom
You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in Shockoe Bottom. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Capital Trail: Richmond Trailhead or Libby Hill Park.
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 Virginia Governor's Mansion.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
Church Hill
While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Broad Street.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
