Title: Visit Lakeside: 2026 Lakeside, Richmond Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Lakeside](https://expedia.com/Lakeside-Richmond-Hotels.0-n553248634999423665-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Richmond](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Richmond.d601761.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Richmond](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Richmond.d601761.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Lakeside](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Lakeside.d553248634999423665.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lakeside Vacations](https://expedia.com/Lakeside.d553248634999423665.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Lakeside, VA ## Richmond ![Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden featuring a garden and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083635/afe2ff87-846b-4c06-80ce-466fd569d348.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden featuring a garden and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083635/afe2ff87-846b-4c06-80ce-466fd569d348.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden showing a pond and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083635/71f4e821-fb10-4c10-b2dc-a6c2bd801402.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden showing flowers and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083635/b7c32d85-e32c-4483-914e-518cd0d2b4ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden which includes a garden and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083635/7dc2a3b5-ebee-4195-88a8-65247904ca2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lakeside Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Richmond Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Richmond.dx601761) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden which includes a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083635/6fc4cb00-4415-42cf-abc9-de2c90d5fb3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Lewis-Ginter-Botanical-Garden-Lakeside.d6083635.Vacation-Attraction) ![Richmond_ShortPumpTownCenter_6083667_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083667/b3994274-3d8d-40cd-a8f8-4836c973e947.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Short-Pump-Town-Center-Short-Pump.d6083667.Vacation-Attraction) ![Richmond_KingsDominion_6083631_06](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083631/c368d6e9-9f00-42bb-8174-7844912b1192.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Kings-Dominion-Richmond.d6083631.Vacation-Attraction) ![Richmond_GreaterRichmondConventionCenter_6083623_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083623/d2a76a1e-4275-4ee6-af7c-aeefd0bd70da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Greater-Richmond-Convention-Center-Downtown-Richmond.d6083623.Vacation-Attraction) ![G5KT01 Egyptian building historic college Richmond Virginia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6208894/e0e0e23e-e294-4738-8b72-b78ddd6b3493.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Virginia-Commonwealth-University-VCU.d6208894.Vacation-Attraction) ![Game of checkers anyone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2993/341a9ea8-b339-46ac-8aea-ffe7c3844d7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Richmond-Richmond.d6083673.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Historic Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47114079/2339a481-9cfb-4033-90c1-89ec247ad2fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historic Trolley Tour $42 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/historic-trolley-tour.a47114079.activity-details) ![Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47891142/e8c23e1a-22ab-4c66-9413-3b5fb4a02afe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park $35 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/richmond-guided-hike-in-james-river-park.a47891142.activity-details) ![Stories at the Jefferson Hotel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4084644/82fd970c-12a1-4cdd-ac9b-e964c045e247.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour $27 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/phantoms-of-franklin-ghost-tour.a4084644.activity-details) ![Burger eating elephant, by ARYZ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4136946/c5f87edd-8f05-4c43-8ce4-cba2b51693bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Would I Lie To You? Mural Walks $20 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/would-i-lie-to-you-mural-walks.a4136946.activity-details) ![Experience the city's paranormal past firsthand as you sip and spook your way through haunted pubs.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44862509/162624e4-9da3-4a46-bb5e-527f502aaaae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl $37 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/richmond-ghosts-boos-and-booze-haunted-pub-crawl.a44862509.activity-details) ![Ascending the Capitol Steps](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2637608/7eab4fc9-619c-4266-905c-b7e46b8a756c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour $27 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/haunted-capitol-hill-ghost-tour.a2637608.activity-details) [See all activities in Richmond](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Richmond.d601761.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Lakeside Hotel Deals ![Omni Richmond Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13900/13817/7575839d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Omni Richmond Hotel 100 S 12th St Richmond VA $164 nightly $190 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,333 reviews) The Omni Richmond Hotel is a well-located downtown hotel known for its convenient access to restaurants, historic sites, and the Shockoe Slip area. The rooms are generally comfortable Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=13817&PinnedHotelID=13817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634999423665) ![Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30070000/30061900/30061827/5c1deb4a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond 11049 West Broad St Glen Allen VA $119 nightly $138 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Glen Allen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,891 reviews) My new favorite hotel chain. Very kind staff and great perks that you no longer see in our money hungry world. The pool was perfect. The kitchen food was great. The berry dessert with ice cream was amazing. The rooms large with good tv selection. Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=30061827&PinnedHotelID=30061827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634999423665) ![Graduate by Hilton Richmond](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17730000/17726000/17725982/36d01625_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Graduate by Hilton Richmond 301 West Franklin Street Richmond VA $147 nightly $171 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,343 reviews) Terrible Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=17725982&PinnedHotelID=17725982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634999423665) ![The Jefferson Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868600/9868548/c8b04136_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Jefferson Hotel 101 West Franklin Street Richmond VA $315 nightly $366 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews) 1) Dodgy area. not sure I would walk the area at night. View from my room looked out on a graffiti covered building across a parking lot. Be prepared for ambulances and sirens blasting at least 2 or 3 times during the night. 2) rooms are all different, but my room was...less than optimal. The bed ... Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=9868548&PinnedHotelID=9868548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634999423665) ![Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/996400/996383/ccd8dad9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Motel 6 Sandston, VA - Richmond, Va 5704 Williamsburg Rd Sandston VA $52 nightly $60 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Sandston. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,019 reviews) Room was fine however our neighbor had 2 barking dogs at all hours. I had to go outside at 11:30pm and shout outside their door to shut those dogs up and I was not the only person standing outside because of this. I will never stay at a dog friendly place again. BTW we have a dog, we like dogs. Hotel ... 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