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.
Short Pump Town Center
During your trip to Richmond, you can do some window-shopping at Short Pump Town Center. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the charming coffeehouses while you're in the area.
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Greater Richmond Convention Center during your trip to Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
Kings Dominion
Bring the family to Kings Dominion and enjoy the excitement of this amusement 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 stay in Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
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.
Things to do
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in Lakeside
The Jefferson Hotel
Great hotel ideally located.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Large room. Nice workout room.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Staff and room was good. Hot water was luke warm to take a bath.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Omni Richmond Hotel
Clean
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
Lovely staff, great location, easy street parking.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Richmond Airport
: door was open when we ~ first got to the door and something hard was on the bed at the foot.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
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.
Carytown
While visiting Carytown, you might make a stop by sights like Carytown and Byrd Theater.
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.
