Visit Shockoe Bottom
Popular places to visit
Tobacco Row
You can find out about the history of Richmond with a trip to Tobacco Row. Make time to visit the churches and monuments while you're in the 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.
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.
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.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Shockoe Bottom
The Jefferson Hotel
Everything was perfect!
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Room is gorgeous and the staff are incredible!! If I could give this hotel 10 stars, I would, but I can’t so please just imagine I have. Carly, at the reception desk, was absolutely fantastic, greeted me with a warm smile, and chatted with me for a bit about my travels (and how it’s my first ever ...
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Omni Richmond Hotel
I was greeted warmly by the staff from the valet parking attendant to the front desk staff. The room was clean, comfortable and overall nice.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Regency Inn Richmond
Room is always clean and the staff is the best!
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Very nice rooms / hallways / common areas; only one of 3 elevators was working and even that was slow - these things happen but those elevators need renovation. Great location.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Richmond West Innsbrook
Room was very clean. Our shower dripped and the drops hitting the metal drain bar was so loud we had to keep the bathroom door closed. Also, the toilet didn't flush properly (tank didn't always refill correctly). It's weird, but our toilet was broken on our last stay there a year ago. There was no ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shockoe Bottom
Church Hill
While visiting Church Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Libby Hill Park 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 Capitol Square.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Money Museum and Canal Walk.
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.
Blackwell
When in Blackwell, you can plan a visit to Belle Isle and James River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
