Things to do in Richmond

Planning questions about Richmond

What are the best things to do in Richmond?

Church Hill Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours is the highest ranked experience in Richmond, scoring 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 205 traveler reviews. Richmond Downtown Walking Tour, RVATukTuk Sightseeing Tour of Richmond, Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond, The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours round out the top five. Outty ranks 60 bookable experiences in Richmond, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Richmond cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Richmond is $38 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Richmond Scavenger Hunt by Operation City Quest. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Richmond for today?

Yes. 60 of the top 60 experiences we rank in Richmond currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Richmond good for families?

Yes. 2 of the experiences we rank in Richmond are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Richmond?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Richmond?

April to June and September to October. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Richmond?

57 of the 60 experiences we rank in Richmond offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Richmond gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Richmond so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.