This spring, Richmond’s streets, neighborhoods and hidden corners come alive once again as the Valentine launches its 2026 Richmond History Tours season beginning April 9. With more than 100 opportunities to explore the city alongside expert guides, this year’s lineup invites residents and visitors alike to discover the people, places and stories that shape Richmond’s past and present.
Running every Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, the Valentine’s tours offer an engaging mix of walking, biking and bus experiences designed to meet participants wherever their curiosity leads. From iconic landmarks to overlooked narratives, each tour reveals a different layer of the city’s evolving story.
“We’re always thinking about how to keep these experiences fresh, even for people who have taken our tours before,” said Sophia McCrimmon, Adult Programs and Tours Manager. “From the return of our cycling tours to new opportunities like a behind-the-scenes look at CarMax Park on our baseball history bus tour, this season is all about offering something unexpected.”
Explore Richmond from Every Angle
The 2026 season features a dynamic range of tours that highlight Richmond’s diverse history and vibrant neighborhoods:
- Neighborhood Walking Tours return with fresh perspectives, including Women of the Gilded Age: Monroe Ward, Warehouse to High Rise: Scott’s Addition, Murals of Jackson Ward, and Pride and Protest: Carytown.
- Highlights of Hollywood Cemetery offers a deeper look into one of Richmond’s most scenic and storied landscapes, where sweeping views of the James River meet the legacies of notable Virginians.
- East End Bike Tours invite participants to explore neighborhoods like Chimborazo and Union Hill on two wheels, blending movement with meaningful storytelling.
- Richmond and Baseball Bus Tour (April 25) takes a lively dive into the city’s long relationship with America’s pastime, from historic teams to the future of the game in Richmond.
- Dissent! A Revolutionary Bus Tour (June 28) uncovers lesser-known stories from the Revolutionary era, highlighting the perspectives of Loyalists, free Black Richmonders and enslaved individuals who pursued their own independence.
- History Hounds Tours, created in partnership with the Richmond SPCA, offer dog-friendly experiences in neighborhoods like Church Hill, Ginter Park and the Museum District.
For the full list of Richmond History Tours and to secure tickets, click here or call, 804.649.0711.
Purchase an Annual Tour Pass for Unlimited Tours
Are you a walking tour super-fan? For the second year, the Valentine is offering an Annual Tour Pass. For a single fee, enjoy free admission to all of the Valentine’s public walking tours, plus one free bus tour ticket. With over 100 walking tours to choose from this year, save money while learning all about the rich history of our city. Annual Tour Passes are $75.00 for adults and $50.00 for Valentine Members. Purchase your pass here.
The Valentine has been collecting, preserving and interpreting Richmond’s 400-year history for over 125 years. Located in the heart of historic downtown, the Valentine is a place for residents and tourists to discover the diverse stories that tell the broader history of this important region. thevalentine.org
