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.
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.
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.
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
Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Shockoe Bottom
The Jefferson Hotel
The Jefferson Hotel is outstanding. But at Christmas time, the food service options for guests are terrible. The lunch service and evening dining service options were not available during our three day stay. Reservations had been fully booked, "for the last six months" and the hotel did not provide ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Vary nice and clean love the staff
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Yes
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
The staff was wonderful. Chiquita and Khasia in particular were kind and very helpful. All of the staff was attentive. *** The physical property needs some repairs (elevators very slow, halls were poorly painted, the room ceiling and walls were worn).
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
The Commonwealth
Quiet stay near great sites and dining.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 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.
Old Town Manchester
While visiting Old Town Manchester, you might make a stop by sights like James River and artspace.
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.
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.
