Top 10 cultural & heritage things to do in Richmond

1. Craft brewery tour in Richmond

Three hours, walking tour — visit Buskey Cider, Strangeways Brewing, Ardent Craft Ales, Black Heath Meadery, and Blue Bee Cider with tastings at each stop.

2. Hollywood Cemetery Segway tour in Richmond

Two-hour guided Segway tour of Hollywood Cemetery, featuring historical insights and city views.

“The guide demonstrated great expertise in both Segway safety and operation, as well as providing insightful historical information about the cemetery.”— Lorri_S

3. Church Hill Segway tour in Richmond

Two-hour Segway tour through Church Hill, highlighting historic sites like St. John's Episcopal Church, home to Patrick Henry's famous speech.

“Riding a segway was a blast, and I gained a lot of historical insight about Richmond, all while enjoying myself more than I would have on a walking tour. It felt less like a tour and more like a lively outing with a knowledgeable guide providing interesting information. I strongly suggest this for anyone seeking a fun and educational experience.”— jasonyY6667CS

4. Walking tour of Virginia's Capitol grounds in Richmond

Two hours on foot — explore Virginia's Capitol grounds with an expert historian, visiting key monuments including the Washington Statue and Edgar Allan Poe tribute.

“The tour guide was exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable, resulting in an informative and enjoyable experience.”— Tore_K

5. Guided historical tour of Richmond

Two hours with a professional historian guide — uncover Richmond's pivotal role in American history through its landmarks and institutions.

“I had an excellent experience with the tour guide. They were well-informed, adaptable, and thoroughly prepared for the trip.”— 652anonymousa

6. Haunted history walking tour of Richmond

One-and-a-half to two hours exploring Richmond's eerie cobblestone streets — hear true ghost stories and urban legends, including tales of the Richmond Vampire and Edgar Allan Poe.

“I have a great passion for exploring the history of a city, both its positive and darker events that have influenced its present. During my visit to Richmond around Halloween, it was only fitting to delve into the city's eerie tales of murder, mystery, and chaos. The tour exceeded my expectations! Our guide, Jeffery, is an avid history enthusiast and shared an abundance of riveting stories about Richmond's past, including settler tragedies, the slave trade, unscrupulous merchants, sadistic individuals, ghosts, vampires, and more.”— Rhoena_J

7. Carytown food walking tour in Richmond

Two-and-a-half to three hours on foot — sample dishes from 5 to 6 eateries in Carytown while learning about local history.

“The Carytown food tour was fantastic. Our guide, Erin, took us on an enjoyable exploration of Carytown, allowing us to taste various savory and sweet dishes from top local spots. This was our third tour with Discover Richmond, and they consistently impress us.”— Lo4sho

8. Self-guided scavenger hunt in Church Hill

Explore Richmond's Church Hill on your own with a smart device—encounter history and intriguing stories across the neighbourhood.

“We enjoyed a beautiful fall day with a scavenger hunt in Churchill, discovering new places and fascinating details about Richmond that I had never encountered, despite having lived here my entire life. It was a fantastic way to explore the city!”— W864CFaprila

9. A 90-minute offbeat history bus tour of Richmond

Ninety minutes on a bus, exploring Richmond’s quirky stories and eccentric characters, led by an engaging guide.

“Having visited Richmond multiple times, we always seek to discover more about the city. This tour gave us a unique glimpse into both known and lesser-known areas, accompanied by fascinating stories about the sites. We learned a great deal about the neighborhoods we explored. It would be enjoyable for families or solo travelers alike, thanks to the friendly and accommodating tour director and driver. There were chances to ask questions and even some audience participation was welcomed.”— bc42

10. Richmond Arts District food tour

Two hours exploring downtown Richmond on foot — taste signature dishes at six local eateries with insights into the area's history and architecture from your guide.

“We had a wonderful evening exploring Richmond. Taylor shared fascinating stories about every building, restaurant, historical event, dish, and local person we encountered. The combination of engaging conversation and tasty food made it an excellent way to learn about the city and bond with friends. I highly recommend this experience.”— patcZ4056CF