It's no exaggeration to say that there's history waiting around nearly every corner in Richmond, and this time of year is perfect for a walking tour to learn more about the many fascinating historic locations all around the city. Walking tours are very popular in Richmond, and there are some great tours available near Petersburg homes for sale, as well. Our real estate agents have all of the exciting details on historic walking tours for you to enjoy in Richmond and Petersburg.

• Richmond History Tours by the Valentine – 1015 E. Clay St., Richmond, VA 23219
  Trying to fit your next walking tour into a busy schedule? Richmond History Tours by the Valentine include public guided walking tours every day from April through October, which cover both well-known historic locations and hidden gems near Richmond homes for sale. Visit the State Capitol, take a tour that highlights Richmond's heroes from the Civil Rights movement, or try a tour where you'll learn all about the history of public art in Richmond. While public tours are only scheduled for part of the year, their private, custom, and school tours are available all year long.

• The Richmond Tour Guys – Downtown Richmond, VA
  Now celebrating a decade in business, The Richmond Tour Guys offer both public tours and private tours tailored to your unique needs. They offer two Signature Walking Tours, starting with the Downtown Tour which lasts for about two hours, covering both historic homes and public buildings in Richmond's cultural center. The Church Hill Tour is a similarly fascinating and detailed excursion, which covers another historic part of the city. You can also choose to set up a private tour, which offers extensive customization based on the size of the group and what you want to see.

• Hollywood Cemetery: Richmond Lore and Civil War Tour – 412 Cherry St., Richmond, VA 23220
  Junket is a tour company that offers a number of experiences around Richmond, covering the history, food, drink, and art of the city. The Hollywood Cemetery: Richmond Lore and Civil War Tour is a tour of the oldest public burial ground in Richmond, delving deep into the stories and characters that have shaped local history. You might even encounter a few ghost stories during your adventure. This tour typically lasts for around two hours, with professional guides leading you to all of the most interesting locations around Hollywood Cemetery.

• Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour – 5 S. 20th St., Richmond, VA 23223
  "Haunted" tours are also very popular around Richmond and provide a fun, different way to experience historical sites. The Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour is your chance to discover the spooky side of Richmond's Capitol and learn more about local history in the process. These tours last for around 90 minutes and include about one mile of walking.

• Petersburg Company Walking Tours – 420 Grove Ave., Petersburg, VA 23803
  Craving a walking tour that teaches you all about life in historic Petersburg? The Petersburg Company offers a variety of walking tours suited to all ages and fitness levels. Their walking tours include the Old Towne Walking Tour, Petersburg Ghost Tour, and Twisted Petersburg Tour. They also offer the Petersburg History Tour, which is a golf cart tour that's available on weekend mornings.

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