Central Virginia, VA

Travel Guide

Richmond which includes a city and central business district
Monticello which includes a park
Monticello showing heritage architecture, a memorial and a garden
Richmond
Richmond featuring outdoor art and art as well as children

Where to stay in Central Virginia

Virginia featuring a sunset

Downtown Richmond

4/5(1,138 area reviews)

Explore the central business district, home to Fortune 500 companies and architectural gems like the Virginia State Capitol. Discover vibrant nightlife in Shockoe Bottom and Shockoe Slip districts.

Downtown Richmond
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Short Pump

Boasting shopping centers like Short Pump Town Center and West Broad Village, this suburban area offers a variety of restaurants, a skating rink, and a bowling alley for entertainment.

Short Pump
Monument Ave in the fall.

Fan District

5/5(8 area reviews)

Boasting a long stretch of Victorian architecture, this residential area is home to VCU's Monroe Park Campus, tree-lined avenues, and numerous parks. Explore local cafes, restaurants, and the nearby Virginia Center for Architecture at Branch House.

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North Chesterfield

While North Chesterfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chesterfield Towne Center and River City Sportsplex.

North Chesterfield
Charlottesville showing landscape views, tranquil scenes and farmland

North Downtown

4.5/5(76 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in North Downtown, Paramount Theater and Downtown Mall are top sights worth seeing.

North Downtown
I've been here twice in the last 6 months and keep forgetting to list it. Caffespresso is excellent limited seating, well at least when it's packed like yesterday. Very good coffee drinks and nice ambiance. Tasty looking pastries and sandwiches as well. And if that's not enough you can stop by next door to get your gun fixed or buy a new one. What more could you ask? massage? Chiropractor? Yep that's on the other side of the coffee shop. Enjoy!

Tuckahoe

You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and gardens in Tuckahoe. You might want to make time for a stop at James River or Regency Square Mall.

Tuckahoe
Regency Inn Richmond
Regency Inn Richmond
2 out of 5
1500 Eastridge Road, Richmond, VA
The price is SAR 253 per night from May 23 to May 24
SAR 253
SAR 294 total
23 May - 24 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.6/10 (1,008 reviews)
"Near shopping"

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

Regency Inn Richmond
English Inn of Charlottesville
English Inn of Charlottesville
3 out of 5
2000 Morton Drive, Charlottesville, VA
The price is SAR 348 per night from May 22 to May 23
SAR 348
SAR 410 total
22 May - 23 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Charlottesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,156 reviews)
"Locates conveniently near the Barracks shopping center, is surprisingly quiet given the fact that the busy intersection of Emmet and US250 is only about 100 meters away. The management make great effort to keep the property in great shale at a reasonable price to the customer. I would recommend staying ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

English Inn of Charlottesville
The Commonwealth
The Commonwealth
4 out of 5
901 Bank St, Richmond, VA
The price is SAR 635 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
SAR 635
SAR 738 total
9 Jun - 10 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,231 reviews)
"It was clean and the room was big. Enjoyed the proximity to historic sites"

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

The Commonwealth
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Wilderness Presidential Resort
Wilderness Presidential Resort
3 out of 5
9220 Plank Rd, Spotsylvania, VA
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Spotsylvania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Chancellorsville Battlefield ...
9/10 Wonderful! (51 reviews)
"We didn't take advantage of any the amenities since we arrived late and left early. We did enjoy the lovely lake with the entertaining ducks."

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Wilderness Presidential Resort
Waterfront Condo!
Waterfront Condo!
Moneta
Stay at this condo in Moneta. Enjoy free WiFi, tennis courts, and balconies. Popular attractions Smith Mountain Lake and Gills Creek Marina are located ...
Water front Condo
"It was as advertised, bed was comfy , very quiet (It was off Season) .Didn’t have to call property manager for anything. Very clean"

Reviewed on 17 April 2025

Waterfront Condo!
1802 cottage once part of Monticello and owned by Thomas Jefferson
1802 cottage once part of Monticello and owned by Thomas Jefferson
Charlottesville
Stay at this cottage in Charlottesville. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Great Weekend
"This is a great place to stay. Close to town but out on a large very private farm. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 20 April 2025

1802 cottage once part of Monticello and owned by Thomas Jefferson
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Popular places to visit

University of Virginia

University of Virginia

4.5/5(683 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Virginia, during your trip to Charlottesville. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

University of Virginia
Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University

4.5/5(414 reviews)

Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your stay in Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

Virginia Commonwealth University
Monticello showing a memorial and heritage architecture

Monticello

4.5/5(394 reviews)

Find out about the history of Charlottesville with a stop at Monticello. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.

Monticello
#takeahike lots of trail to take advantage of in the central Virginia area

Liberty University

4.5/5(338 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Liberty University, during your trip to Lynchburg. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Liberty University
Lake Anna

Lake Anna

4/5(95 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Anna, a popular spot to commune with nature in Bumpass. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Lake Anna
Richmond

Broad Street

4/5(681 reviews)

During your trip to Richmond, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Broad Street