Downtown Richmond Travel Guide
Richmond
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Popular places to visit
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.
Shockoe Slip
You can learn about the history of Richmond when you stop by Shockoe Slip. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Virginia State Capitol
Visit the oldest English-speaking Legislature in the U.S. and get a taste of Virginia’s unique history at the State’s government building.
Canal Walk
Learn about the local history of Richmond when you take a trip to Canal Walk. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Capitol Square
You can take time to visit Capitol Square during your travels to Richmond. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar
You can browse the exhibits at American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Richmond. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Things to do
Downtown Richmond Must-See Landmarks with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Richmond Downtown Walking Tour
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Richmond
The Jefferson Hotel
The room was spotless. All staff were very friendly and helpful. A beautiful place to stay.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Omni Richmond Hotel
The accommodations are always great at here. Extremely helpful staff. A special thank you to the parking attendants.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Cafe/bar had excellent lattes. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Sleeping area was very dusty
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Commonwealth
The room and hotel was clean and the bed, super comfortable. Didn’t love that the “window” was 1 foot from a brick wall so no daylight or view. And the gym was pretty minimal. All fine.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
The Berkeley Hotel
The room was huge and the staff was very friendly. Great location!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Linden Row Inn
The staff was friendly and helpful. Great location. The atmosphere was inviting. Room was comfortable.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Richmond
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
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.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond CenterStage.
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.
