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When your student heads to college, there’s a whole new community to explore. We help parents find the resources they need. From VCU student housing to VCU off-campus apartments, we will point you to the most student-friendly housing options in Richmond. Along with on- and off-campus housing, your student may need help finding a bank near VCU, or a convenient Richmond healthcare provider. Last but not least, you’re sure to want to visit! Whether you’re looking for a place to stay for move-in, family weekend, graduation or any time in between, we can introduce you to the best hotels and restaurants near VCU campus plus share ideas for activities to enjoy with your student or on your own.
Holiday Inn I-64 West EndClick here to visit Holiday Inn I-64 West End»- 804-359-6061 |
- 2000 Staples Mill Rd |
- Richmond VA 23230
- Linden Row Inn
- 804-783-7000 |
- 100 E Franklin St |
- Richmond VA 23219
Award-winning boutique historic hotel in Downtown Richmond. Special VCU/MCV rates. Complimentary wi-fi and in-town shuttle. Blocks from campus. For more information visit www.lindenrowinn.com.
Click here to visit Linden Row Inn»
- Wells Fargo BankClick here to visit Wells Fargo Bank»
- (804) 225-5861 |
- 122 E Grace St |
- Richmond VA 23219
- Premier Bank, Inc.Click here to visit Premier Bank, Inc.»
- (804) 771-5200 |
- 320 N 1st St |
- Richmond VA 23220
- Virginia Credit Union
- 804-323-6800 |
- 720 E Broad St |
- Richmond VA 23219
We're one of the 55 largest credit unions in the country. (This location is an ATM only).
Click here to visit Virginia Credit Union»
- VCU Off-Campus HousingClick here to visit VCU Off-Campus Housing»
- (804) 828-6500 |
- 907 Floyd Ave |
- Richmond VA 23284
- St. John's Wood ApartmentsClick here to visit St. John's Wood Apartments»
- (877) 274-1995 |
- 901 St John's Wood Dr |
- Richmond VA 23225
- First National Apartments
- 877-300-5011 |
- 823 E Main St |
- Richmond VA 23219
Richmond's most iconic downtown residence. Richmond's first skyscraper and formerly a historic bank, newly renovated First National Apts blends architectural elegance with contemporary urban living.
Click here to visit First National Apartments»
- GradGuard
- (866) 985-7598 |
- 3219 E Camelback Road, Suite 445 |
- Phoenix AZ 85018
GradGuard helps colleges and universities educate and protect students and families from the risks of college life.
Click here to visit GradGuard» - Larry's Tire & Auto
- 804-515-9500 |
- 6714 Janway Rd |
- Henrico VA 23236
Larry's Tire & Auto is the leading tire dealer and auto repair shop in Henrico, VA. Visit our website for deals on tires and auto repairs.
Click here to visit Larry's Tire & Auto» - ALB Tech - We Fix Computers
- 804-355-2491 |
- 1208 W Main St |
- Richmond VA 23220
Just about everyone has a computer these days...we fix them.
Click here to visit ALB Tech - We Fix Computers» - U-Haul Moving & Storage at VcuClick here to visit U-Haul Moving & Storage at Vcu»
- (804) 358-4978 |
- 900 N Lombardy St |
- Richmond VA 23220
- No Limits Nutrition CenterClick here to visit No Limits Nutrition Center»
- 804-367-7951 |
- 1311 W Broad St |
- Richmond VA 23220
- Richmond SurgicalClick here to visit Richmond Surgical»
- 804-285-9416 |
- 8921 Three Chopt Rd. Suite 300 |
- Richmond VA 23229
- VCU Medical Center Main HospitalClick here to visit VCU Medical Center Main Hospital»
- (804) 828-9000 |
- 1250 E. Marshall Street |
- Richmond VA 23219
- Born Again FurnishingsClick here to visit Born Again Furnishings»
- 804-288-1608 |
- 5446 W Broad St |
- Richmond VA 23230
- Amigo's Family Restaurant
- 804-269-4859 |
- 1808 Staples Mill Rd |
- Richmond VA 23230
Amigo's Family Restaurant is a lovely place for family and friends. We offer Mexican food and drink specials.
Click here to visit Amigo's Family Restaurant» - American Tap RoomClick here to visit American Tap Room»
- 703-757-5500 |
- 1741 Business Center Dr Ste 200 |
- Reston VA 20190
- Richmond Book Shop
- 804-644-9970 |
- 808 W Broad St |
- Richmond VA 23220
The Richmond Book Shop offers posters, prints,used books, back-issue comics, postcards, vinyl and more. Located at 808 W. Broad St., Richmond, VA - across from Rumors Thrift Boutique.
Click here to visit Richmond Book Shop» - Glory Days Grill
- 804-608-8350 |
- 6151 Harbourside Center Lp |
- Midlothian VA 23112
Glory Days Grill is a sports themed American grill and bar that combines an award winning menu of freshly prepared appetizers, desserts and entrees with entertainment that appeals to all ages.
Click here to visit Glory Days Grill» - Doner Kebab
- 804-308-2611 |
- 3459 West Cary Street |
- Richmond VA 23221
Doner Kebab serves Middle Eastern inspired dishes.
Click here to visit Doner Kebab» - Buz And Ned's Real Barbecue
- 804-346-4227 |
- 8205 W Broad St. |
- Richmond VA 23230
We at Buz and Ned's Real Barbecue have been smoking, chopping, saucing and glazing our cue for over thirty years and we are still the only REAL BARBECUE, that we know of, within almost 100 miles.
Click here to visit Buz And Ned's Real Barbecue» - Mediterranean Bakery
- 804-754-8895 |
- 9004 Quioccasin Rd |
- Richmond VA 23229
Our Deli and Bakery section is full of great items for lunch or dinner.
Click here to visit Mediterranean Bakery» - Addis Ethiopian Restaurant
- 804-308-3649 |
- 9 N 17th Street |
- Richmond VA 23219
Addis serves a delicious blend of Ethiopian cuisine.
Click here to visit Addis Ethiopian Restaurant» - City Dogs
- 804-359-3647 |
- 1309 W Main St |
- Richmond VA 23220
Hot Dog Joint. Bar. Bands & Musicians.
Click here to visit City Dogs» - Lalo's Cocina
- 804-257-9930 |
- 2617 W Broad St |
- Richmond VA 23220
As Richmond's newest high-end Mexican Restaurant, Lalo's Cocina differentiates itself by using better ingredients and authentic recipes.
Click here to visit Lalo's Cocina» - Country Style DonutsClick here to visit Country Style Donuts»
- 804-270-1180 |
- 8902 W. Broad St. Suite B |
- Henrico VA 23294
- Amigo's Family RestaurantClick here to visit Amigo's Family Restaurant»
- 804-675-2700 |
- 1808 Staples Mill Rd |
- Richmond VA 23230
- Chanello's Pizza
- 804-358-3800 |
- 2803 West Broad St |
- Richmond VA 23230
Chanello's Pizza is a hometown favorite for delicious pizzas, subs, and wings.
Click here to visit Chanello's Pizza» - T-Miller's Sports Bar and Grill
- 804-643-3400 |
- 500 E. Broad Street |
- Richmond VA 23219
Located in the newly renovated Richmond Marriott, T-Miller's offers all of your bar food and drink favorites.
Click here to visit T-Miller's Sports Bar and Grill» - Barnes and Noble at VCU
- 804-828-1678 |
- 1111 W Broad St |
- Richmond VA 23284
Barnes and Noble at VCU Official Bookstore. Everything you need to write your next chapter
Click here to visit Barnes and Noble at VCU» - Mattress WarehouseClick here to visit Mattress Warehouse»
- 804-672-3090 |
- 7482 W Broad St |
- Richmond VA 23294
