Civil War Richmond

Having lost a day and a night to airline trouble on my flights from England, I was eager to see as much as possible of Civil War Richmond in just two days. I was fortunate to have Ray Kaufman as a guide. We not only covered the historic city to its full extent, but also drove out to three battlefields of the 1862 and 1864 campaigns. I greatly appreciated Ray and Jim’s detailed information even where no physical relics of the period have survived. In a historical field so contested as the 1861-65 war, Ray is a man without bias or prejudice. And he is good company.

Fabulous car tour of historic Richmond.

We took a fabulous 2-hour driving tour of historic Richmond, led by our host Ray. He was incredibly knowledgeable and entertaining. He provides a lot of historical information and puts it into a modern context. If you are interested in learning about the role Richmond played in US history, as well as the role of the people that led it, then this tour is for you.

Lots of history, lots of fun with Jason

Informative and fun tour led by our guide Jason. He was terrific, gave us lots of history in a very entertaining way and took care of us like we were family (brought bottled water for us, found us rest rooms, etc.) It was so generous of him to give us extra time to do the tour, which stretched, due to all our questions. Jason’s knowledgeable, funny, and may remind you of someone famous!

Nuance and Backstory beyond the Basics of Richmond’s History

We did this tour on a Friday am so it was quite nice, small group with opportunity to ask questions of our tour guide. Emily brought a rich history to the walk, in that she had three generations of family in the area, and she was a social studies teacher. I loved the stories and details that brought a city with such an important role in so many aspects of our nation’s history to life. I would highly recommend this tour not only to those visiting the area, but to residents who may not have been here their whole life. It is a cultural experience not to be missed.

Exactly What We Wanted and Needed to See and Hear!

Kathy was a great tour guide she provided a great mix of the good, bad and the ugly of Richmond’s checkered past, and since we wanted to know about the African American history too, she made sure to highlight their accomplishments and contributions to the city’s growth and prosperity. We had our four-year-old daughter, and we appreciated her patience as she can be a handful, especially in the heat. This tour really did help us understand the history and see firsthand how Richmond became the Richmond we see today. Thank you and I highly recommend her and the tour.

Ray Has Storytelling Chops!

Ray — funny, knowledgeable, organized, punctual, and outgoing — gave 13 college friends an amazing tour of RVA via van! We viewed historic Jackson Ward, known as “Black Wall Street”; the houses of John Marshall, Mann Valentine, and Jefferson Davis; MCV and Monumental Church; St. John’s Church, where we walked around the graveyard; and many other interesting sites. Thank you, Ray, for all the interesting stories! I’ll be back with more friends!

Excellent learning experience

Erin was our tour guide and was great. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. We took the downtown tour. The pace was just right, and we got to see and hear about Richmond’s history. The tour ended right at the Capitol building which was great because we were planning on touring the Capitol next anyway. This is definitely a tour that needs to be taken whether you are from out of town or live in the city.

Ray makes Richmond’s history come alive with fascinating details

After reading reviews, and talking to the concierge at the Jefferson Hotel, we called the Richmond Tour Guys.
There is a reason why they have earned so many five star reviews and have such a great reputation – They are Excellent.

Our guide for a fabulous three hours was Ray. Ray makes the history of Richmond come alive, he has the ability to share the fascinating stories that make each location come alive with interesting details.

We’re history lovers, and part of the family lives just north of Richmond; yet we learned so much. Ray is a fascinating guide who loves to share the history that you don’t always find in books, or on the net.

A wonderful afternoon with Ray, we came away a much richer appreciation of the history of Richmond.

And, yes, we are already planning our next visit to Richmond, and of course, we will book another tour with Ray.

Great overview of Downtown Richmond

I traveled to Richmond with my teenage daughter and we both enjoyed this tour. It provided a nice overview of the history and development of downtown Richmond. As a Richmond native, our tour guide also shared interesting personal stories that were a nice addition.

Go to the experts at The Richmond Tour Guys and watch the city of Richmond and the Civil War display their long past.

A close friend planned to visit us to do research for his next novel. He had only a limited time to stay and we were nervous. We didn’t know where to begin. We turned to The Richmond Tour Guys, with Ray Kaufman at the helm. They revealed a Richmond we had barely noticed and brought to life the history of the region that lay hidden across the wide fields of an early Virginia spring. It was a sobering experience, a joyful journey of discovery with Mr. Kaufman and his team of experts. Of all the tours in all the world, we walked into the right one. John C.

Great walking tour with Doug

Enjoyed my walking tour with Doug. It was a leisurely walk around downtown with a headset. He provided quite a bit of information about the city’s history and how it became the city it is today. With added interesting tidbits along the way, it was a wonderful introduction to Richmond. Highly recommend!

A Must-Do for Locals and Visitors Alike!

I recently booked the Richmond Downtown Walking Tour for myself and my sister-in-law, who was visiting from out of town. Although I’ve lived in Richmond for two years, I was blown away by how much I learned during this tour.

Our guide, Emily, was amazing—so informative and passionate about the history of Richmond. The tour is a leisurely stroll through downtown, and Emily brought the layers of history around us to life. She expertly connected the dots between Richmond’s roles in the Revolution, the Civil War, and other key moments in history.

Whether you’re new to the area or have been here for years, this tour is a fantastic way to deepen your appreciation for Richmond’s rich past. Highly recommended!