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Greater Richmond Convention Center

403 North Third Street, Richmond, VA, USA, 23219
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The sheer size and central location of the Greater Richmond Convention Center make it one of the most desirable meeting destinations in the Mid-Atlantic region. Situated in the heart of Virginia's capital city, just minutes from Richmond International Airport, the 700,000-square-foot facility sits on 5 and 1/2 city blocks. Interior accommodations include 178,159 square feet of contiguous exhibit space, 36 meeting rooms, including the 30,550-square foot Grand Ballroom. The center features floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the lobbies which flood the space with warm natural light. Rich woodwork, stained glass doors and intimate seating areas can be found throughout the facility. Parking is made easy thanks to adjoining decks that can handle 1,540 vehicles. Nearly 4,600 additional spaces are located within a six-block radius of the Center. The Richmond Marriott is connected to the Center and the Hilton Richmond Downtown hotel is just across the street. A selection of 3 to 5 star accommodations is conveniently located throughout downtown within a 10-block radius of the Center. Award-winning dining options are extensive and varied in our downtown hub. A restaurant guide can be found on our website highlighting some of the choices in the immediate area.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built1986
Renovated2003
Total meeting space254,350 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Venue typeConvention center

Awards

Industry awards
2020 ConventionSouth's Readers' Choice 2019 Virginia Green's Green Convention Center of the Year 2018 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2018 ConventionSouth's Readers' Choice 2017 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2017 ConventionSouth's Readers' Choice

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Internet access
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite security
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference
  • VIP services
Transportation
  • Bus
  • Taxi
  • Train

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
254,350 sq. ft.
Largest room
178,159 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
66
Second largest room
136,435 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
178,159 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
2,750

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
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Meeting Room B14
982 sq. ft.
28 x 31 sq. ft.
11 ft.
70
50
70
40
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Meeting Room B18
1,200 sq. ft.
28 x 39 sq. ft.
11 ft.
90
50
90
50
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Meeting Room B16
963 sq. ft.
28 x 31 sq. ft.
11 ft.
70
50
70
40
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Meeting Rooms B11
1,212 sq. ft.
28 x 39 sq. ft.
11 ft.
90
50
90
50
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Meeting Room B13
1,220 sq. ft.
28 x 39 sq. ft.
11 ft.
90
50
90
50
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Grand Ballroom B21abc
30,550 sq. ft.
132 x 203 sq. ft.
32 ft.
2750
1600
2750
1500
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Meeting Room B19
1,174 sq. ft.
28 x 39 sq. ft.
11 ft.
90
50
90
50
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Meeting Rooms B15abc
7,392 sq. ft.
110 x 57 sq. ft.
11 ft.
660
320
660
360
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Grand Ballroom B20 - VIP
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1,543 sq. ft.
25 x 59 sq. ft.
15 ft.
130
80
130
60

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 10 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking

Local Attractions

Virginia War Memorial
Virginia War Memorial
Museum
5 mins
Completed in 1955 after the Korean War, the Virginia War Memorial was dedicated to Virginians who proudly served their country. Still evolving, the Galanti Education Center opened in 2010, adding to the beauty of the museum and drawing visitors from all over the state. Free tours are available, but the museum requests visitors notify the center a week in advance. Still, daily admission is free!
621 S. Belvidere Street
Richmond, VA, US 23220
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Virginia Aviation Museum
Virginia Aviation Museum
Museum
12 mins
The sky is the limit with the Virginia Aviation Museum! Located next to Richmond International Airport, the museum sports historic aircraft, fun exhibits for adults and children, and a Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame! For hours and admission prices, please visit their website!
5701 Huntsman Road
Richmond, VA, US 23250
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Kings Dominion
Kings Dominion
Recreation
25 mins
Kings Dominion is the closest theme park to Richmond, Virginia. It features rides for thrill-seekers, live entertainment, and even Planet Snoopy for younger families.
16000 Theme Park Way
Doswell, VA, US 23047
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White House of the Confederacy
White House of the Confederacy
Museum
3 mins
The Museum of the Confederacy aims to serve as the preeminent world center for the display, study, interpretation, commemoration, and preservation of the history and artifacts of the Confederate States from the Civil War era. The museum is open daily from 10am to 5pm and offers special pricing for seniors, children, active military, and AAA members. Please visit their website for more information about the White House and Museum buildings.
1201 East Clay Street
Richmond, VA, US 23219
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Edgar Allen Poe Museum
Edgar Allen Poe Museum
Museum
5 mins
Richmond's Poe Museum boasts the world's finest collection of Edgar Allan Poe's manuscripts, letters, first editions, memorabilia, and personal belongings. The museum provides a retreat into early 19th century Richmond where Poe lived and worked. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm and offers $6.00 admission for adults and $5.00 admission for students and seniors.
1914-16 East Main Street
Richmond, VA, US 23223
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Belle Isle
Belle Isle
Park
5 mins
A great place to picnic, take a walk, see historic ruins, kayak, lounge, and explore! Belle Isle is located across the James River overlooking the Richmond Skyline. It is easily accessible by a pedestrian bridge that allows visitors to watch people kayak and white water raft below as they walk over to the island. Also nearby is Brown Isle, a shorter walk with a historic exhibit of the Civil War as well as Tredegar Ironworks, a fantastic outdoor exhibit for families next to the American Civil War Center.
500 Tredegar Street
Richmond, VA, US 23219
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Valentine Richmond History Center
Valentine Richmond History Center
Museum
3 mins
The Valentine Richmond History Center is located in the historic Court End neighborhood in downtown Richmond. The museum offers self-guided exhibition galleries, the Edward V. Valentine Sculptor Studio, a research library, a gift shop, and a cafe. The Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10am to 5pm, not including major holidays. Please visit the website for admission prices (special pricing available for seniors, military families, students, and children).
1015 East Clay Street
Richmond, VA, US 23219
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Children's Museum of Richmond
Children's Museum of Richmond
Museum
8 mins
Featuring fun-filled exhibits, the Children Museum of Richmond offers families a chance to enrich their child's mind through play. CMoR Central on Broad Street is open daily from 9:30am to 5:00pm each day and offers a low admission price of $8.00 (children under 1 are free).
2626 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA, US 2320
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Maymont
Maymont
Park
8 mins
James and Sallie Dooley, a prominent Richmond couple, donated their Guilded Age estate to the people of Richmond. To ensure citizens and visitors of the City of Richmond could enjoy the gardens, lakes, and historic buildings in the park, the Maymont Foundation gladly oversaw the restoration and preservation of the beautiful estate. Admission to the park is free, but donations are requested for the indoor exhibits. The park opens at 10am and closes at 5pm each day.
2201 Shields Lake Drive
Richmond, VA, US 23220
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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Museum
10 mins
In the heat of the Great Depression, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts opened in 1936, proving Richmond's passion for the arts. In 2010, the VMFA completed a four-year expansion project, earning one of thirteen Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) International Awards for 2011, among only three awarded in the United States. This prominent feature of the Richmond metropolitan area captured the special interest of many traveling international exhibits. The museum is open 365 days a year and always offers free general admission to visitors. In addition, the VMFA also hosts Jazz performances, wine nights, and other special events each week.
200 North Boulevard
Richmond, VA, US 23220
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Library of Virginia
Library of Virginia
Recreation
1 min
The Library is one of the oldest agencies of Virginia government, founded in 1823 to preserve and provide access to the state's incomparable printed and manuscript holdings. Our collection, which has grown steadily through the years, is the most comprehensive resource in the world for the study of Virginia history, culture, and government.
800 East Broad Street
Richmond, VA, US 23219-8000
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Black History Museum
Black History Museum
Museum
2 mins
The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia was founded in 1981 by Carrol Anderson, Sr. In 1991, the Museum was opened to the public at its present location, 00 Clay Street, in the historic Jackson Ward district of Richmond.
00 Clay Street
Richmond, VA, US 23219
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Science Museum of Virginia
Science Museum of Virginia
Museum
5 mins
The Science Museum of Virginia Foundation's ambition is to bring the fun of science and technology to every citizen of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
2500 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA, US 23220-2057
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
Park
12 mins
Located in historic Richmond, Va., Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden offers year-round beauty with more than 40 acres of spectacular gardens and the mid-Atlantic's only classically styled Conservatory open to the public. Great shopping and dining plus a new Children's Garden with a Tree House make the Garden a fun place to visit anytime. Come see why Lewis Ginter is the place where plants-and people-grow!
1800 Lakeside Avenue
Richmond, VA, US 23228
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The GRCC features a Cyber Café and Visitor Center. Complimentary Wi-Fi service can now be enjoyed in all public lobby spaces. Nearby attractions include the Virginia State Capitol Building, renowned Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, the Valentine Museum, historic Maymont Park and Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden to name a few. For additional entertainment, there are a number of theater and performing arts venues within walking distance of the convention center.

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Greater Richmond Convention Center Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Greater Richmond Convention Center's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Greater Richmond Convention Center have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Greater Richmond Convention Center and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Greater Richmond Convention Center's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.

Health and Safety

Were practices at Greater Richmond Convention Center developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does Greater Richmond Convention Center clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
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