Visit Richmond City Center
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Richmond City Center
Delta Hotels by Marriott Richmond Downtown
The Reception attendant was excellent! She helped me with a problem and did so with kindness and professionalism. I wish I had her name. This was a bit after 9 PM on Thanksgiving Day.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Richmond Marriott
The room was clean. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was delicious! We loved the Christmas decorations.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hilton Richmond Downtown
Nicely updated considering the age of the hotel. I could not get hot water at the sink or the shower. The food service at the meeting was excellent.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Moxy Richmond Downtown
Overall great service and ask about checking early was able to check in 4 hour early
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Richmond - Downtown
Love this hotel!!! Room was great, friendly staff and very accommodating. Centrally located! Breakfast was delicious!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Omni Richmond Hotel
We did not eat breakfast.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Richmond City Center
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
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.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
