Lakeside
Richmond
Popular places to visit
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Spend some time admiring the beautiful and diverse floral displays featured in this superb botanical garden, one of the finest in the country.
Virginia Commonwealth University
Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your stay in Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Broad Street
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.
University of Richmond
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Richmond, during your trip to Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the charming coffeehouses while you're in the area.
Altria Theater
Enjoy a performance at Altria Theater, a storied theater 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
Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom
Top hotels in Lakeside
The Jefferson Hotel
This is an exceptional hotel! Stunning interiors and exceptional staff.
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Regency Inn Richmond
The staff and the housekeepers were great the rooms were clean no bugs that's what I like
Reviewed on Dec 21, 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 Dec 21, 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Yes
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Friendly staff and room was ready early.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
The Commonwealth
The rooms were huge and the staff was very friendly. The location was also very convenient.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside
Scott's Addition
While Scott's Addition might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Diamond and Science Museum of Virginia.
Museum District
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Museum District. You might want to make time for a stop at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts or Virginia Museum of History & Culture.
Fan District
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Fan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Monument Avenue or Jefferson Davis Monument.
VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Monroe Ward
If you're spending some time in Monroe Ward, Broad Street and Monument Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
