Monroe Ward Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Altria Theater
Enjoy a show at Altria Theater, a popular theatre in Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Spend some time admiring the beautiful and diverse floral displays featured in this superb botanical garden, one of the finest in the country.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
This museum houses Russian jewels, impressionist masters and ancient relics in its vast and varied collection.
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
Richmond Ghost Tours: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Top hotels in Monroe Ward
The Jefferson Hotel
Everything was perfect!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Very nice rooms / hallways / common areas; only one of 3 elevators was working and even that was slow - these things happen but those elevators need renovation. Great location.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Linden Row Inn
While there is plenty of parking in Richmond, the proper location can be slightly confusing as there are a lot of bike lanes.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Quirk Hotel Richmond
Fantastic hotel in a great location !!!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Richmond Downtown by IHG
clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast buffet, walking proximity to richmond sights
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Room is gorgeous and the staff are incredible!! If I could give this hotel 10 stars, I would, but I can’t so please just imagine I have. Carly, at the reception desk, was absolutely fantastic, greeted me with a warm smile, and chatted with me for a bit about my travels (and how it’s my first ever ...
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Monroe Ward
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Money Museum and Canal Walk.
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.
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.
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.
