Hiking the James River in Richmond, VA
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
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!
Inclusions
What's included
- Professional local guide
- Commission for Viator
What's not
- Gratuities
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.9
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Ratings come from 35 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Showing reviews written in English.
4James River Hike - Great Guide, Disappointing Experience with Viator
Lori was an excellent guide. However, my experience with Viator was very disappointing. The link to the tour meetup spot was totally wrong. When I didn’t show up for the hike I got a call from Lori asking me if I was still planning to do attend. When we realized I was in the wrong location, she gave me instructions as to where to meet the group along the route. Unfortunately I then had to take an Uber which was an additional expense. Thanks to Lori I was able to enjoy at least part of the planned hike.
5A tour not to miss
Madison did a great job explaining the history and geography of the area. Very enjoyable tour and definitely recommend it.
5Being a tourist in my own city of Richmond
Lori was a fantastic guide! Her pace and fun facts were engaging. She volunteered to take pictures of our group in several scenic locations and even gifted us mini Polaroids. Was a fun time with a nice group of fellow hikers. Highly recommend.
5The green side of Richmond
Relatively flat trail along the James River with forests, open space, paved, gravel and bridges. Lori was a knowledgeable guide with perspectives on local history, cultures and development- very informative!
5Easy hike to showcase James River impact
Lori was an excellent guide and discussed elements of history, development and current experiences to illustrate the impact of the James River trails on residents of Richmond. The trail system is outstanding and this is an easy hike.
5Gorgeous morning hike
We had an amazing time with Laurie this morning. We enjoyed a very scenic, beautiful walk around Belle Isle. She was very knowledgeable and recommended some nice local eateries.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We (Discover Richmond Tours) tried to add a Google Map link to the meeting spot, but Viator forced us to remove it even after we told them it would make it easier for you to find us. Their reason was "it is not allowed to put any website link or contact details on your product content."
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Discover Richmond Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Richmond
- Its from-price is 27% above the median of the 55 experiences we list in Richmond.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 12 of 55.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Richmond
Richmond is the capital of Virginia, a historic city on the James River with a Jefferson-designed Capitol, Civil War history and whitewater in town.
Richmond is the capital of Virginia, set at the falls of the James River where the coastal plain meets the Piedmont. Thomas Jefferson designed the State Capitol, which was modelled on a Roman temple in France and completed in the 1780s. St John's Church on Church Hill is where Patrick Henry made his speech of 1775 demanding liberty or death. Richmond was the capital of the Confederacy during the American Civil War, and its museums and battlefields tell that history.
Top-ranked sights in Richmond: Carytown, The Poe Museum, White House of the Confederacy.
