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 browse for the perfect souvenirs at Short Pump Town Center. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the cosy cafes while you're in the area.
Kings Dominion
Bring your family to Kings Dominion and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Doswell. Experience the festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Greater Richmond Convention Center during your trip to Richmond. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
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.
Things to do
Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park
Top hotels in Lakeside
Omni Richmond Hotel
Very clean, great service
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
The Jefferson Hotel
Beautiful property we visit often.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Richmond
Staff was great! Beds very comfy and coffee was excellent and hot! I don’t normally eat breakfast, but it looked like a wonderful presentation
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Regency Inn Richmond
Yes
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
The bathroom was impressively clean! Love the unique decor of the halls, rooms and lobby! Walls are a bit on the thin side but luckily most neighbors were pretty quiet at night!
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hilton Richmond Hotel & Spa/Short Pump
The room was clean, love the tv size and the water pressure was to die for. All amenities were appropriate. Simply love this hotel.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside
Dumbarton
Restaurants and shopping are some things travellers note about Dumbarton. Check out Bowlero West End or Shops at Willow Lawn while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Scott's Addition
Scott's Addition might not have many top sights, but Arthur Ashe Athletic Center and The Diamond are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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
If you're spending some time in Carytown, Carytown and Byrd Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
