VCU
Richmond
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.
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.
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.
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.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Home to 22,000 works of art covering 5,000 years of history, this museum has something for everyone.
Things to do
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Top hotels in VCU
The Jefferson Hotel
Hospitality and stunning hotel
Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025
Regency Inn Richmond
The staff was very friendly rooms are very clean 24-hour lobby where you get coffee and surrounded by all the food places walking distance stores and very affordable I would stay again
Reviewed on 25 Dec, 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Clean room, friendly staff and good food.
Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025
Omni Richmond Hotel
The room was clean and has a great view! We were celebrating our friend who was having a baby and they brought us a hand written note and treat to celebrate! So thoughtful!
Reviewed on 28 Dec, 2025
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Very nice
Reviewed on 22 Dec, 2025
The Commonwealth
Rooms are very spacious - clean and comfortable beds
Reviewed on 29 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around VCU
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Money Museum and Canal Walk.
Court End
While visiting Court End, you might make a stop by sights like John Marshall House and 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.
