Shockoe Bottom Travel Guide
Richmond
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Shockoe Bottom
Omni Richmond Hotel
Nice hotel, housekeeping is really bad at cleaning, food at restaurant was good and decent location
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Hotel is nice and clean/modern and the location is convenient. Valet, check-in staff, and breakfast staff were all very courteous. Rooms are spacious and I got an unsolicited upgrade to a larger room, which was nice, Room amenities could be nicer, especially the bathroom amenities.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
This place is always top notch. It is always clean and you can even smell the cleanliness. When I checked in on the 2nd floor, the room across from me was being cleaned by a housekeeper. She spent ample time in there. When I went back out after going in my room, she was still cleaning. Outstanding ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
**The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond, VA** Opened in 1895, The Jefferson is one of those rare hotels that earns its reputation without breaking a sweat — the soaring rotunda, stained glass skylights, and marble columns make an immediate impression, and the warm, unhurried service keeps it from feeling ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va
It smells like cigarettes in the non-smoking area.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Best Western PLUS Executive Hotel
Unfortunately, we found a dead bug on the bed.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
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 Canal Walk.
Central Office
While visiting Central Office, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip.
Court End
While visiting Court End, you might make a stop by sights like White House of the Confederacy and John Marshall House.
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.
Richmond City Center
While visiting Richmond City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Richmond Coliseum and Broad Street.
