Upper Shockoe Valley Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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 Upper Shockoe Valley
Omni Richmond Hotel
Very nice hotel
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Love the theme -
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Great place
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Please - you should stay at The Jefferson Hotel. You really should. It was a great experience - and I say that as an experienced traveler ( IBM, Equifax, and other Road-Warrior ). The King room was massive and well-appointed. The staff - whenever we passed them were attentive and welcoming. Please ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Studio 6 Richmond Airport
I am glad the lighting in the room was high efficiency. And the luxury performance vinyl flooring makes me feel much safer than carpeting with who knows what ground into it. But, it all made the room echo-ey and cold feeling. I like the clean modern look in photos, but in person it felt harsh. There ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Everything and everyone was great I wouldn't change a thing
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Shockoe Valley
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum 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.
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.
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.
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.
