Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
This museum houses Russian jewels, impressionist masters and ancient relics in its vast and varied collection.
Maymont Park
This grand estate is a family favorite with a petting zoo, native wildlife and a preserved 19th-century mansion.
Things to do
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in Carytown
The Jefferson Hotel
Everything was amazing!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
The staff were very nice. Everything was amazing !
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
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Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Service was great, room was spotless!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Clean rooms, great staff and easy walking distance to vcu
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
Great Hotel
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carytown
Museum District
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
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 Science Museum of Virginia are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Randolph
While there might not be top attractions in Randolph, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Altria Theater and Stuart C. Siegel Center.
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.
