Shockoe Bottom Travel Guide
Richmond
Visit Shockoe Bottom
Popular places to visit
Tobacco Row
You can find out about the history of Richmond with a trip to Tobacco Row. Make time to visit the churches and monuments while you're in the area.
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.
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 Shockoe Bottom
Omni Richmond Hotel
Amazing hotel
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
nice
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
We have stayed at several Drury Inn and Suites and have been very impressed with the staff, amenities and cleanliness! We seek them out when traveling and have recommended them to friends and family!!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Clean large room…top quality towels and linens…great restaurant…outstanding all around
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
Very clean and great customer service
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
Our stay here was wonderful the room always clean the staff here are wonderful its pet friendly parking here is great the airport is near here you're a bus ride away to the mall
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shockoe Bottom
Church Hill
While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park and Broad Street.
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.
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.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
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.
