Museum District Travel Guide
Richmond
Visit Museum District
Popular places to visit
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
This museum houses Russian jewels, impressionist masters and ancient relics in its vast and varied collection.
Science Museum of Virginia
Conduct experiments, enter a working laboratory and learn how to be environmentally friendly at this interactive science museum.
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.
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 Museum District
Omni Richmond Hotel
Lovely hotel and conveniently located within the town of Richmond and also as one who arrived by car. Staff was superior. Not only friendly, but extremely helpful with any request - front desk, room service, bellman and valet attendant. All worked efficiently and with professionalism. Our room was ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
This place is how a hotel should be. It was absolutely fabulous from beginning to end. Staff is wonderful. Hotel is gorgeous. Rooms are clean, updated and nice.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
This place is always top notch. It is always clean and you can even smell the cleanliness. When I checked in on the 2nd floor, the room across from me was being cleaned by a housekeeper. She spent ample time in there. When I went back out after going in my room, she was still cleaning. Outstanding ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
**The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond, VA** Opened in 1895, The Jefferson is one of those rare hotels that earns its reputation without breaking a sweat — the soaring rotunda, stained glass skylights, and marble columns make an immediate impression, and the warm, unhurried service keeps it from feeling ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
My sons felt unsafe which is quite the statement for 2 adult veterans. They stated that the room was fine for the night but wouldn't want to stay longer than that. They left at 2am and continued their trip because of the noise just outside their door at the hotel.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Best Western PLUS Executive Hotel
Unfortunately, we found a dead bug on the bed.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum District
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.
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.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Jackson Ward
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Jackson Ward. You might want to make time for a stop at Broad Street or Black History Museum.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
