James River Tours and Activities

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The St. Gregory Hotel

The St. Gregory Hotel

4 out of 5
Downtown Washington D.C.
per person
Sep 3 - Sep 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Montreal (YUL) to Washington (DCA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
My stay was very pleasant

Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2025

InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

5 out of 5
Southwest
per person
Sep 3 - Sep 9
found 9 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Montreal (YUL) to Washington (DCA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Beautiful Hotel on the waterfront.

Reviewed on Aug. 1, 2025

SIXTY DC

SIXTY DC

2 out of 5
Downtown Washington D.C.
per person
Sep 3 - Sep 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Montreal (YUL) to Washington (DCA)
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Very nice and clean hotel, very friendly team, neat and impressive technology equipped rooms, I would highly recommend it to friends and family

Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2025

Tours & day trips

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Historic Trolley Tour

Historic Trolley Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $58 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond

Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $138 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Richmond: Guided Hike in James River Park

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $48 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Belle Isle

Belle Isle

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Belle Isle during your travels in Richmond.

Belle Isle
American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar

American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar

You can browse the exhibits at American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Richmond. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar
Canal Walk

Canal Walk

Learn about the local history of Richmond when you take a trip to Canal Walk. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Canal Walk
Richmond showing heritage architecture and a house

Hollywood Cemetery

This cemetery reflects the city’s history, with ex-presidents, Confederate Generals, and Pulitzer prize winners buried here.

Hollywood Cemetery
Shockoe Slip

Shockoe Slip

You can learn about the history of Richmond with a trip to Shockoe Slip. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Shockoe Slip
Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University

Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your stay in Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

Virginia Commonwealth University

Best Lodging Options Near James River

The Jefferson Hotel

The Jefferson Hotel

5 out of 5
101 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
The Jefferson Hotel
Omni Richmond Hotel

Omni Richmond Hotel

4 out of 5
100 S 12th St, Richmond, VA
Omni Richmond Hotel
The Commonwealth

The Commonwealth

4 out of 5
901 Bank St, Richmond, VA
The Commonwealth
The Berkeley Hotel

The Berkeley Hotel

4 out of 5
1200 E Cary St, Richmond, VA
The Berkeley Hotel
Quirk Hotel Richmond

Quirk Hotel Richmond

4 out of 5
201 W Broad St, Richmond, VA
Quirk Hotel Richmond
Hilton Richmond Downtown

Hilton Richmond Downtown

4 out of 5
501 E Broad St, Richmond, VA
Hilton Richmond Downtown
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway

Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway

3 out of 5
4303 Commerce Road, Richmond, VA
Best Western Premier Richmond City Gateway
Red Roof Inn Richmond South

Red Roof Inn Richmond South

2 out of 5
4350 Commerce Rd, Richmond, VA
Red Roof Inn Richmond South
Graduate by Hilton Richmond

Graduate by Hilton Richmond

4 out of 5
301 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
Graduate by Hilton Richmond
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