NEIGHBORHOOD

ICONIC SHOCKOE SLIP

DOWNTOWN RICHMOND, VA

Experiences for Everyone

Chef's Kitchen RVA

at The Berkeley Hotel

Introducing an exquisite dining experience now available at our hotel—a culinary gem operated independently, yet nestled within our premises, offering a unique fusion of flavors and ambiance to elevate your stay. Learn more about the restaurant and order your meal online here.


Open Tuesday - Sunday

Cook-to-Order Breakfast: 7:30am - 11:00am

Lunch: 11:30am - 2:00pm

Dinner and Bar: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

The neighborhood

An Experience

One of Richmond’s best locations, the area founded in the1600’s by William Byrd. Known as Shockoe Slip, it quickly became a commercial hub for the state along with access to the Kanawha Canal, until the Civil War. A prime example of urban restorations and historic preservations in the 1970’s, our neighborhood places The Berkeley Hotel in a unique assortment of exclusive shopping, galleries, over 900 restaurants and a melting pot of artistic and entertaining experiences.

Neighborhood Features

GREEN SPACE

Riverfront Canal Walk featuring art, statues, and exhibits. Experience outdoor adventures such as kayaking, rafting class III rapids on the James River. The hotel is just steps aways from the Virginia Capital Trail and historic Canal Walk. 



RESTAURANTS & BREWERIES 

Authentic and local visitors will find something for everyone. Featuring restaurants such as The Tobacco Company, dog friendly Urban Farmhouse Café and the popular Sam Miller’s Oyster Bar. Check out City Dogs for late night bites and drinks. 

HISTORICAL ADVENTURES

There is history on every block of downtown. Schedule a RVATukTuk tour of the murals, a sunset bike tour, reserve a seat on a vintage Trolley, spook yourself with rich ghost stories. There are 16 essential tours & 35 museums to choose from when visiting downtown Richmond. 

ARTS & ENTERTAINEMENT DISTRICT

Growing into an epicenter for arts & culture be sure to grab concert tickets, reserve your spot for a theatrical performance, choose tickets to one of the area’s 15 art galleries, or spend the day enjoying downtown RVA street art with over 150+ murals. When discovering the RVA Arts District all artistic pallets are satisfied. 

SPORTING EVENTS & SHOPPING

Catch a Flying Squirrels ball game, stay active at a Richmond Sports Backers event, see a match with the Richmond Kickers or go like a local to a VCU game, or go to them all, we are not keeping score! 

VIRGINA CAPITOL + BUSINESS DISTRICT

Five-minute walk to Virginia Film Center, Virginia State Capitol building, Richmond’s financial district and the James Center Complex we are home for business travelers alike too. 

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