Richmond History Tours

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Richmond History Tours, operated by The Valentine at 1015 E Clay Street, offers guided walking, bus and specialty tours that bring more than 400 years of Richmond’s history to life through its neighborhoods, cemeteries and downtown landmarks. Located in the busy heart of downtown near major museums, state offices and medical centers, it is a popular starting point for visitors eager to explore the city’s architecture, public art and complex past. This central setting means streets can be active with local traffic and visitors throughout the day, so having a clear plan for where to park before your tour begins can make your outing smoother and more enjoyable.

Because of the downtown location, street parking directly around East Clay Street is often limited to short-term or metered spaces and can fill quickly during peak hours, making it important to understand local time limits, pay-by-plate systems and residential restrictions. Planning parking near Richmond History Tours in advance helps you avoid circling for a spot, reduces the stress of arriving late to a scheduled tour and lets you focus on the city’s stories instead of your car. Whenever you visit, be sure to review current municipal parking regulations and official local resources so you have the most up-to-date information for your trip.

Parking near Richmond History Tours

310 N. 8th St. Lot
310 N. 8th St. Lot
from $11

310 N. 8th St. Lot

310 N. 8th St. Lot6 min walk
310 N. 8th St. Lot24 / 7
Parkway Corp - 8th & Leigh St. Lot
Parkway Corp - 8th & Leigh St. Lot
from $5

Parkway Corp - 8th & Leigh St. Lot

Parkway Corp - 8th & Leigh St. Lot8 min walk
Parkway Corp - 8th & Leigh St. Lot24 / 7
623 E. Broad St. Lot
623 E. Broad St. Lot
from $9

623 E. Broad St. Lot

623 E. Broad St. Lot9 min walk
623 E. Broad St. Lot24 / 7
Parkway Corp - 4th & Jackson St. Lot
Parkway Corp - 4th & Jackson St. Lot
from $4

Parkway Corp - 4th & Jackson St. Lot

Parkway Corp - 4th & Jackson St. Lot13 min walk
Parkway Corp - 4th & Jackson St. Lot24 / 7
510 Oliver Hill Way Lot
510 Oliver Hill Way Lot

510 Oliver Hill Way Lot

510 Oliver Hill Way Lot19 min walk
510 Oliver Hill Way Lot

Cheapest parkings near Richmond History Tours

Parking start at

$4

How to park near Richmond History Tours

Typical visit duration at Richmond History Tours 2-3 hours

Metered street parking is available on and around East Clay Street, but spaces are limited and often restricted to 1–2 hour time limits on weekdays, with active enforcement during business hours and around nearby VCU/MCV facilities.

Overnight parking Available at 310 N. 8th St. Lot, Parkway Corp - 8th & Leigh St. Lot, and other locations (marked with 24/7 hours).

Onsite parking Richmond History Tours operates from The Valentine museum, which offers a small on-site lot for visitors with admission that typically includes up to two hours of free parking or validation for a nearby deck.

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