Gilpin Travel Guide
Richmond
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Gilpin
The Jefferson Hotel
Staff at the front desk gave us room upgrade because it was my husband’s birthday!! Room service delivered our meal on time and it was delicious. Room service came back and asked if we needed anything!! Room was spotless! Service was great all around… We will be back in April!!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Very clean hotel
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Clean
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Booked this room for my parents for the holiday they loved it!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Commonwealth
Good location and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gilpin
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street and Richmond Coliseum.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Money Museum and Canal Walk.
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.
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.
