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56+ tours, tickets and activities in Richmond, USA. Booking is completed on Viator, with free cancellation on many options.

Tours and activities in Richmond

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Richmond Downtown Walking Tour

You will receive a compelling story of the origins of Richmond from small tobacco town to Capitol of the Commonwealth on a leisurely 100 minute stroll. Learn about Richmond's role in the Civil War, as well as its major prominence in the Civil Rights movement. Each guest will leave with a comprehensive understanding of the city and what to see and do next in RVA.

4.8(245)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 245 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £28.46 per person

Church Hill Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours

Find additional information and pricing at Discover Richmond Tours. Joining Discover Richmond Tours means exploring Church Hill in a unique way. You will sample delicious food and snacks from up to 5 different restaurants, cafes, and bakeries, possibly including wood-fired pastries, classic Richmond comfort food, authentic Ethiopian Fare, and more! You’ll learn about the birthplace of Richmond an…

4.9(208)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 208 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £68.31 per person

Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond

Find additional information and a lower price at Discover Richmond Tours Ready to discover downtown Richmond? Richmond’s revitalized Arts District, will capture your imagination with a mix of historically-significant architecture, under-the-radar restaurants, and inspiring art galleries. Joining Discover Richmond Tours means exploring the neighborhood as an insider. You will sample delicious food…

4.9(162)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 162 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £75.90 per person

The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours

Find additional information and a lower price at Discover Richmond Tours On this 2.5 to 3 hour walking tour, you’ll explore Carytown and its bustling food scene as you snack and sample from 5 to 6 different restaurants, cafes, and shops. You'll hear how these merchants started their business and learn from the guide about the fun and quirky history of Richmond, Virginia and the neighborhood of Ca…

4.9(144)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 144 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £68.31 per person

Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom

Welcome to Richmond Ghost Tours' exploration of the city's haunted past as the second-largest slave market in the United States and the Confederate capital during the Civil War. Richmond is home to some terrifying ghost stories as well as an interesting past. With an hour or 90 minutes of easy, accessible walking, let our educated local guides lead you on an adventure in Shockoe Bottom and Church…

4.4(171)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 171 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £19.73 per person

The Haunted History of Richmond tour

Explore the haunted history of Richmond on this captivating walking tour led by Strange RVA. Wander through the eerie cobblestone streets of Shockoe Bottom, where you’ll hear chilling tales of real hauntings, true crime, and colonial curses. This tour includes insights into the legends surrounding The Devil’s Half Acre, the Church Hill Tunnel curse, and the Richmond Vampire lore. You'll also lear…

4.9(43)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 43 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £22.77 per person

Hiking the James River in Richmond, VA

Discover Richmond's most interesting and unique feature - the James River! This guided hike will show off the best the park has to offer, without having to worry about getting lost or missing something. Sweeping views of downtown Richmond interspersed with feeling lost in nature - there's something for every outdoor lover!

4.9(35)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 35 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £28.84 per person

Church Hill Chillers Ghost Tour

Birthplace of the American Revolution, and home to a notorious Civil War spy, Church Hill's colorful past has produced a cadre of restless spirits in its buildings, its graveyards, and under its streets! Cloaked in the shadows of the beautiful and historical Church Hill neighborhood, this tour includes the following spirited tales: The story of one of the Civil War's most accomplished spies who s…

4.5(44)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 44 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £20.49 per person

Shadows of Shockoe Ghost Tour

Your Ghost Host will guide you on a fascinating exploration of Shockoe Bottom, the oldest and most haunted neighborhood in Richmond, where over 400 years of history have produced an ample share of those caught between this world and the next. Your Guide will share with you the history of the neighborhood, and how it relates to the tales of the mysterious and tragic things that have led to numerou…

4.3(39)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 39 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £20.49 per person

Scott's Addition Brews & Bites Tour

Rapidly-evolving Scott’s Addition is quickly becoming Richmond’s go-to for food, drink, and fun. This one-time industrial neighborhood just west of downtown is now home to more breweries, cideries, and entertainment venues that you can count. And we haven’t even started talking about food yet! Joining Discover Richmond Tours means exploring the neighborhood as an insider. You will visit several t…

4.8(22)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 22 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £83.49 per person

Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Come on to our Haunted Pub Crawl Tour presented by US Ghost Adventures! Many of the best clubs and pubs in the area are housed in the historic structures that dot the Shockoe Bottom neighborhood of Richmond. This trip is created to give you a taste of the best Richmond has to offer, like Farmhouse hard cider, as well as a window into the afterlife of some of its people, such as the four ghosts ru…

4.1(36)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 36 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £22.77 per person

Creepy Tales on Campus Ghost Tour

Beneath the opulent veneers of Richmond's gilded age architecture and the day-to-day life of academia, bubble tales of chilling haunts, macabre murders, and bizarre paranormal activity. Join us for a spooky stroll around the Monroe Park campus as we explore stories that are often left out of your typical college brochures. Cloaked in the shadows of the beautiful and historic neighborhood, this to…

5.0(10)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 10 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £20.49 per person

Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour

Ascend Richmond's magnificent Capitol Hill with your Ghost Host and you'll find out that it's not just elected officials and security guards who patrol the hallowed halls of Virginia's legislative and executive seat of power, but something beyond this world - something experienced by an amazing number and variety of people over the years. Packed with haunted history, this tour includes several of…

4.4(12)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 12 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £20.49 per person

Richmond's Historic Market Food Tour with 5 Authentic Tastings

Discover the heart of Richmond, Virginia through its food on this immersive downtown tour winding from the steps of the Capitol through the cobblestone charm of Shockoe Slip to the vibrant area of Shockoe Bottom. Along the way, you will indulge in the rich tapestry of flavors, from classic Southern staples to global culinary twists. During your experience you will also uncover the stories, histor…

4.0(15)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 15 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £82.73 per person

Would I Lie To You? Mural Walks

You'll hear an entertaining story about each street mural we see and then have to guess if what you just heard is true or a fanciful lie. Once everyone has guessed, the truth will be revealed.

5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £15.18 per person

Richmond True Crime Tour

Explore the dark side of Richmond's history on this tour of Richmond's most unusual true crime locations, from murders that shocked the nation with their disturbing details, to cases that required leaps in investigative technology to solve, murders that make us question our ideas of justice, and cases that created a controversial media circus. The true crime tour of Richmond focuses on illuminati…

4.3(7)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 7 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £15.79 per person

Uncivil Wards History Tour

Richmond's role as the Capitol of the Confederacy during the Civil War brought more than just legislators to the city's doorstep. The many battles that occurred across the state and beyond resulted in a vast number of prisoners and wounded soldiers that needed a place to go. Many of these individuals found themselves in Richmond, particularly the Shockoe Bottom neighborhood where this tour takes…

5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £18.98 per person

Brewery Tour of Richmond, VA

Join Richmond Brewery Tours for an insiders look at Richmond's premier brewery district - Scott's Addition! The beer scene has exploded since landmark brewing legislation in 2012, and we can’t wait to show you the best our city has to offer on our Richmond Brewery Tour. Highlights include: - Visit three unique breweries to taste a few of their best beers – plenty included to keep your thirst quen…

5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £68.31 per person

Phantoms of Franklin Ghost Tour

Discover the eerie beauty of Richmond's turn of the century Franklin Street. Home to many notable and beautiful landmarks, it's easy to see why spirits of days past would still linger here today. Featuring the Jefferson Hotel, Linden Row Inn, Main Street Library, Ellen Glasgow House, and other haunted locations, this tour offers a unique glimpse into downtown Richmond's westward expansion.

3.9(7)Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 7 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £20.49 per person

Richmond African American History Tour

Explore the history of Richmond's black artists, business leaders, politicians, and innovators on this tour of the Jackson Ward neighborhood. Known for its charming Victorian architecture and powerful historical legacy, the Jackson Ward was long known as the "Harlem of the South" for its innovative and impactful black population. On this historic walking tour, we explore the stories of Richmond's…

4.8(4)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 4 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £15.79 per person

Richmond Capitol Grounds Walking Tour with Expert Historian

Discover the rich history and stunning architecture of Virginia's Capitol grounds in Richmond on this leisurely walking tour. Led by an expert historian, the tour explores significant monuments including the Washington Statue and the Edgar Allan Poe tribute, while honoring the native Americans who once inhabited the area. Gain insights into the early history of Richmond and Virginia through engag…

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £34.16 per person

Richmond Historian Guided Tour

Explore Richmond with the aid of a professional historian guide, learning about the crucial role the city played in the foundation of American politics, culture, education, architecture, and more. Explore the city's historic businesses, government buildings, schools, and churches.

5.0(3)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £15.79 per person

The Church Hill tour with Historian Jane

A beautiful walk through the Church Hill neighborhood. Jane will lead you through this beautiful neighborhood full of colonial and revolutionary history. Amazing architecture and gardens all along the way.

4.5(2)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £30.36 per person

Adults Only The Dead Do Not Forget Richmond Ghost Tour

Richmond has rebuilt itself many times, but some stories refuse to stay buried. The Dead Don’t Forget is a 90-minute adults-only ghost walking tour through Shockoe Bottom, designed for guests ages 16 and older who want a deeper look at the city’s darker history. This tour also explores local paranormal traditions tied to Shockoe Bottom, including reports of footsteps, voices, shadowy figures, une…

1.3(3)Rated 1.3 out of 5 from 3 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £26.56 per person