Finally got to experience the Riverfront Canal Cruise for the first time for my birthday! It was a…read morereally fun time and I found the seats to be surprisingly comfy. Our cruise was quite full, so I would recommend getting their around 20 minutes early if you have a preference of where you sit. The ticket prices felt very fair as they were about $15 each for a 45 minute ride. It is in the heart of downtown so its mainly street parking, there is a paid lot slightly further down that is 12 dollars for the day. The cruise itself is fun as you float down the canal and learn more about the history in the area. We went around 3pm which was the perfect time as it wasn't too hot but still sunny enough to enjoy. While I had a great time, I think it was more so a novel experience. The ride felt a bit short with the sights remaining quite consistent since the canal is small/short. I don't think I would do it again as it would feel repetitive, but for the first time canal cruiser I think they would have a great time!

I booked Riverfront Historic Canal Cruises as a team outing for my job since it was a nice week…read moreweather wise outside and we all wanted to get out of the office to unwind after a busy few days. I'm really glad I did since it ended up being a great experience for everyone. The whole ride was really chill, and our tour guide shared some interesting facts about Richmond that I didn't even know after living here for a couple years. Everyone had a good time, and it was a relaxing ride. I definitely recommend it if you're looking to learn a little more about Richmond or just want something low-key and enjoyable to do on a nice day

We enjoyed our time. My daughter learned more from this tour than from history class.read more

My family and I booked the historical downtown tour and had a terrific time. Ray was a pro. He…read morereally knows Richmond and its history. It was great to get out and walk and really see old Richmond. These beautiful old buildings can get lost in the shadow of the VCU campus; Ray made sure we saw them. Thanks Ray! Highly recommend these tours!

Reserved 6 tix on Groupon for the historical tour. Had to change to 4. Groupon assigned the blame…read moreof not being able to get a refund on the vendor. I called RVA on Wheels. They could not have been more accommodating. Hendley Davis was diligent in making sure the right tickets were cancelled and most welcoming to our tour on Saturday. Confidence restored in a small business and a new loyal customer was born.

If you're visiting Richmond or even if you're a local, RVA on Wheels is hands-down one of the best…read moreways to experience the city's charm, history, and hidden gems! From the moment we stepped onto the vintage-style trolley,  we were swept away by the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the infectious energy of our guide Daniel Ellis Daniel provided us with the perfect balance of fun and informative -- packed with fascinating stories about Richmond's rich history, from Civil War landmarks to modern revitalization projects. He is incredibly knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor, weaving in personal anecdotes, quirky facts, and local tips that you just wouldn't get anywhere else. What truly made the experience special was how interactive and engaging it felt. The trolley itself was spotless and super comfortable, with great views from every seat. We even got some time to hop off and explore a couple of key spots, which made it feel more like an immersive adventure than a typical tour. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or just looking to see the city from a new perspective, RVA on Wheels delivers an unforgettable experience. It's the kind of tour that leaves you saying, "I never knew that! A must-do for all RVA explorers -- can't recommend it enough!

I was a bit nervous going into this adventure as their waiver includes absolution for basically all…read moreliability, including negligence, and I'm one of those weirdos who actually reads those things. It made me question if they are properly insured as motor vehicles. (Hence the 3 star rating) But I went anyway (trusting in my own coverage if there were to be an incident), and it was fun. The heated seats in the tuktuk were working more in some seats than others, but it was warm enough for me that it didn't matter to me to get a non-heated seat. We did see quite a few houses, and we did get a lot of interesting looks from passersby. I wouldn't want to do this on a particularly cold or rainy day though - I could see it being miserable in those conditions. The route seemed pretty random, as we only crossed paths with the other tuktuk in our party a few times, like the driver was taking us to his faves. The worst part of our trip was that Ownby Fr was all torn up for construction, so it was a rough ride, but hopefully that will improve soon.

Tacky lights tour. We had 9 people, so two tuktuks (max is 6 people per tuktuk). The "tour" was…read morefine, not a lot of input from our driver. Heated seats, BYOB which is always great, Christmas music playing. Not as many lights as last year, not RVA TukTuk's fault, of course. Please note, they add an 18% gratuity to two or more tuktuks. This was probably in the fine print but it wasn't obvious. We tipped a bit in cash and came home to an email that we would be automatically charged for an 18% tip ($100+). The drivers did not mention this.

This was a great Saturday well spent!!! Tix are $55 per person. This tour included 5 stops...Dash…read moreKitchen + Carry, Mo's Sweet Minis, The Black Sheep, Ipanema Cafe and Balliceaux. And they all were great!! This is a walking tour and luckily the weather on June 7th was perfecto!!! Our tour guide Leah (Aleah maybe) was very informative and excited to show us around. The group consisted mostly of couples that seemed to be familiar with the surroundings. However, my guest and I were new to the tour and very much new to the Richmond's food scene. Therefore, we were already excited to be there and to experience some of VCU's Alternative Eats (that was the name of the tour)!! We were encouraged to wear comfy shoes of course and the meeting spot was a museum on VCU's campus. Most of the tours are walking tours, but Leah informed me about one (or two maybe) tour is on a bus throughout Richmond. The tours are held every weekend rain or shine. We parked on the street (2 hour parking) but the tour was from 2-430pm so we figured oh no...better get money out for the towing company. We didn't return to the car until 5ish but the car was still there unticketed...yes!!! All the places on the tour were great in their own way. This was a great group and I liked them all. If you want to try something new for cheap (take into acct two people at a restaurant spending about $50...but you get to go to 5 restaurants for $110) in my opinion, I definitely recommend it. They don't tell you the restaurants ahead of time so it's a hit or miss I assume, but being that our tour guide is a reviewer herself, I doubt she would set you up for failure. It's definitely ideal to not eat before the tour because after the 3rd stop I was full!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And the portions are hearty, not finger foods on this tour. I can't wait to go back and try another area in Richmond... Have fun! The Black Sheep was feature on Man vs Food...fyi :) Also the tour guides up to 15 people Tickets are purchased in advance Check em out :)

Real Richmond Food Tours are the best tours in Richmond! I've taken 3 food tours with them. The…read moreguides are very knowledgeable about Richmond. The food is delicious and your get to try food from at least 5 or 6 restaurants. This is great because it helps build a list of restaurants that you can go back someday and have a complete meal. These tours are well worth the money and you will be so full by the last stop. I've lived in Richmond for 27 years and these tours keep me abreast of what is new in the different sections of Richmond. I would highly recommend any of these tours for a great afternoon activity. Rosemary S.

One of the best tours I've ever taken. I brought my mother, two aunts, grandmother, and boyfriend…read moreon this tour and Andrew blew us away with his passion and knowledge for this city! Hi Mike broke but he made due by projecting his voice and we had no problem hearing him. Water was provided and the tour was thorough and extensive. I would definitely do it again!!

I experienced two tours with this company, a walking ghost tour and a trolley tour…read more Finding the departing location and tour guide for the ghost tour was challenging. Despite that, I arrived on time but other guests did not and arrived over 30 minutes late. My 1 hour ghost tour was 3 hours long. However, I really enjoyed the ghost tour guide and the content was Ok. The content of the two hour trolley tour was really informative and comprehensive but the trolley struggled to get up many of the hills in Richmond and was loud and the exhaust smelly. Having the older, southern gentleman tour guide refer to me as a yankee I did not appreciate- not because it isn't true but because I was raised in the deep south and more southern than him. Asking questions was not encouraged on the trolley tour.

We had a WONDERFUL tour with Martha a few weeks back. Ended up being a private tour since nobody…read morehad signed up that specific evening in Church Hill, which made the experience all that more personable. Having lived in Church Hill for 1+ years now, we knew so little of the history of the area and really appreciated how knowledgeable our guide was about our stomping grounds. Felt very safe throughout, had all of our questions answered, and felt inspired to sign up for another tour real soon! Would recommend 10/10 to anybody else thinking about trying it :)

Our guides were great story tellers, and the stories they told were so interesting. I would…read morerecommend this tour to anyone who loves history or ghost stories or both.

I went here on a Saturday morning. It is free to visit. Took a paid 90-minute historic walking tour…read more(Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery Walking Tour) by The Valentine. Tour started at the entrance and we went to notable spots. We were only 7 in the tour. Our tour guide Doug who has been doing it for 14 seasons was very knowledgeable. He shared interesting facts, architectural/art styles, history of people and places/Richmond. We saw the iron dog, graves of the 2 US presidents (John Monroe's Tomb and John Tyler's Monument), Lewis Ginter Mausoleum, Palmer Chapel Mausoleum (and the overlooks on its sides), among others. It was a nice tour. I learned a lot. If you plan to go there on your own, there's a map from the website that you can download and use where there are markers for the notable spots. Google Maps does not have these spots in it. The restroom can be found on the left shortly after entering the cemetery. Lewis Ginter Mausoleum shows Victorian era architecture. When you peek through the door, you would see the nice Tiffany glass artwork behind. With its history, nice views overlooking the James River, the peaceful and quiet environment, this is a place worth checking out.

Every Richmonder, or person living in the vicinity of Virginia's capital city, should visit…read moreHollywood Cemetery at least once, possibly at least once a year. It's amazing. It's peaceful. It's beautiful. It's historic. It's a great place to take a walk. It's a great place to take photos or sit and read a book. Take a historic tour or read about all the notable tombs, lore and stories related to this cemetery and then take a long walk around with a friend or with your family. Spend a pretty day after work or on the weekend in the Spring, come back in the Fall. Just don't hurry yourself, take your time and absorb one of Richmond's most notable landmarks. The views from the various overlooks, hills, and the vistas overlooking the river and on to downtown are beautiful any time of year. There's no charge for admission, check the daily hours and plan a trip. You'll be glad you did. You'll likely come back.

I decided to walk the trail while visiting Richmond. I enjoy learning history through visiting…read moredifferent places. I definitely don't mind reading, but I had difficulty following the order of the markers. I am pretty sure I missed numerous stops along the way. We decided to turn back after walking over an overpass. We figured we may have ventured off the tour. Nevertheless, I enjoyed walking, learning, and exploring the city. Maybe I will try again on another visit and after some research.

Walking the Richmond Slave Trail is an important thing to do to honor those who were unjustly…read moreenslaved for decades and decades. I started the trail at the most southern part. There's a parking lot. Follow the markers to learn about slavery in Richmond. The trail is well marked and it hugs the river. Take the time to read every sign.

Martha was the perfect guide and host. Personable and Knowledgeable. A wealth of knowledge for…read morethe tour and Richmond in general. I highly recommend this tour and Martha as the tour guide.

Recently went on the "Brewing in Richmond: Over 300 Years of Fermenting by the Falls of the James "…read morewith Beth and Chris and it was great. They have a wealth of knowledge on the subject and are happy to answer any questions you may have. It's easy to hear all of the discussion even with 9 other beer fans on the tour with you.. Nice chance to frequent some of the local breweries too. I will be going on some of their other tours and I recommend this tour if you like your beers. A+++