Museum District Travel Guide
Richmond
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Popular places to visit
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Virginia Museum of Fine Arts during your travels in Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Science Museum of Virginia
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Science Museum of Virginia during your travels in Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Museum District
The Jefferson Hotel
Most beautiful room and building
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Property is great, staff was great and the amenities are top notch. Zero complaints and all praises for this hotel. Great stay!
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Easy check in. Friendly, no wait, excellent room.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Yes the staff is awesome
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
: door was open when we ~ first got to the door and something hard was on the bed at the foot.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Cute hotel, comfortable and would totally come back!
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Museum District
Carytown
If you're spending some time in Carytown, Carytown and Byrd Theater 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.
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.
