Top Virginia Food Tours

Sail along the scenic Elizabeth River on a dinner cruise aboard the Spirit of Norfolk that features a dockside launch party, onboard entertainment, and a full dinner buffet with coffee and tea. See the Norfolk skyline light up after dark, have perfect views of passing submarines and Navy ships, and enjoy a fun evening of games and dancing on deck.

Take a break from the city on a midday lunch cruise through the Elizabeth River. In addition to on–board commentary that gives context to key landmarks, enjoy sweeping views of the Navy’s Atlantic Fleet rarely seen by visitors to Norfolk. A seated buffet lunch with unlimited tea and coffee are served with live entertainment courtesy of your DJ.

Watch the sun set over Chesapeake Bay on a 2-hour, small-group dolphin tour by kayak from Virginia Beach. Paddle along the coast as you spot Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, and see the Cape Henry Lighthouses and Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel from the water.

Discover Richmond’s food, history, and culture on this guided walking tour through the city’s recently established Arts District. Try food tastings from a variety of local restaurants and cafes. Visit establishments such as Lift Coffee Shop and Cafe, Tarrant's Cafe, Lucca Enoteca, Mama J's, J KOGI, the Cultured Swine, and Pop's Market on Grace. Along the way, sample coal-fired pizzas, Korean street eats, Southern soul food, and more.

Discover Roanoke’s food, history, architecture and culture on this 3-hour, small-group walking tour. Try up to seven food tastings from local restaurants and specialty food shops. Visit the Hotel Roanoke, one of the top historic hotels in the US, plus Cedars Lebanese Restaurant, the famed Texas Tavern, and the most locally sourced downtown restaurant. Along the way, uncover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, back alleys and the Star City’s colorful history.

This 5-hour, private custom tour features 3 to 4 winery visits, luxury Sedan, tasting room recommendations, and an experienced personal Wine Trail guide. Add-on lunch options are available after reserving your tour. Inquire with our team to learn more, after reserving, to learn about food options and pricing.

Spend the afternoon eating your way through Williamsburg. Explore the neighborhood and meet some stars of the local foodies scene. The tour will take you to a handful of restaurants, specialty food shops, and producers where you taste everything from gourmet mac and cheese and Blue Talon Bistro, to a selection of baked goods from Justified Bake Shop, to a flight of local beers from Green Leafe Café, and so much more. Get an inside look at what makes the food scene so cool and bookmark spots to return to.

Manumission Tour Company curates guided cultural heritage tours designed to highlight Alexandria’s extensive African American History. Founded by a fourth generation Alexandrian, this company offers weekend guided walking tours.

Discover Carytown’s food, history and culture on this walking tour near Richmond, Virginia. Try food tastings from five or six local restaurants, cafes and shops. Visit East Coast Provisions, Xtra's Cafe, Don't Look Back, Virginia Diner Shoppe and Carytown Cupcakes. Along the way, sample local seafood, world-famous tacos, popular Virginia peanuts and learn about the Mile of Style’s colorful history.

Thanks to its historical location in a revitalized stables complex, Blue Bee Cider has more to offer its patrons than just a great drink. Discover the history of this Richmond hotspot with a guided tour of the cidery, and then taste what’s on tap in Virginia’s first urban cider distillery. Your guide answers any questions you have about the property, the brews, or Richmond life and culture during your tour.

Combine Old Town Alexandria cuisine and history during this half-day walking city tour during which you’ll sample local dishes you might otherwise have overlooked, ideal for first-time visitors. Get a deeper insight into the city’s history than you would alone, thanks to your guide’s sometimes scandalous stories, and pass by off-the-beaten path landmarks many travelers miss.

Explore some of the most famous landmark locations around Civil War-era Alexandria, Virginia on this 1-hour, small-group walking tour. See the many historic 17th- and 18th-century homes, hear colorful stories about its founding father and discover little known facts about all the monuments, statues and buildings in Alexandria. Visit the historic mansion and gardens of the Carlyle House; Christ Church, where George Washington worshipped; the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Shop, now preserved as a museum; the Boston Athenaeum, one of the oldest independent libraries in the US. Any necessary entrance fees are included.

Tour Richmond's Historic Canal District and Shockoe Bottom, See The Poe Museum, The King Jame's Cross, Murals, and the oldest continuing Mason's Hall in the Commonwealth. You will experience the story of Richmond's growth from small tobacco town to becoming a major financial center and capitol of the Commonwealth. Visit the site of Richmond's infamous slave trade and hear the narrative of prominence and problems in the Ante-Bellum era. Your tour will bring to life the significance of the James River in creating the vibrant city RVA was and has become. We begin at the Valentine First Freedom Center (the site of the original capitol, and conclude at the historic Main St Station. Tour length is approximately two hours.

We require a minimum of 10 participants. Register as a GROUP. We have 16 seats available. ($5,680/16 seats = $355/person, or $5,680/10 seats = $568/person) Why do the leaves change color in the fall? Where do the gorgeous colors come from? The autumn is full of wonderful things, beautiful colors and cozy sweaters. What’s more, there’s always so much to do and so little time before winter comes! It’s so hard to choose: do you go apple picking? Do you get inspired and do something creative in your fall months? Why not all of them? The Nature Bus has got you covered. We have planned a wonderful fall adventure for all ages, and we want YOU to be there! Book a private group tour for two day scenic excursion and a chance to go apple picking at an orchard, explore downtown Charlottesville, hike in Shenandoah National Park, and visit three beautiful vineyards! If you fall for autumn, let us pick you up!

The only tour in Alexandria the focus on the history of George Washington in Alexandria. Our tour company is currently ranked number 2 in Alexandria. (watch your back Margaret from the old folks home) and has a 5 star rating on Google and TripAdvisor. You'll learn about Alexandria's honorary citizen, in a way only we can show you.

Beat the heat! See all of the historic Old Town Alexandria while cruising around on our self-balancing scooter. All tours begin with a short training session where we will teach you how to ride our self-balancing scooter. And then it’s off to the streets! Your knowledgeable tour guide will lead you through the city on your Segway adventure! By riding on a Segway, you’ll be able to cover three times as much ground as walking! And unlike a bus tour of Old Town, we give you the opportunity to enjoy the fresh air and explore the history and architecture of Old Town at a leisurely pace. All riders will receive a headset to clearly hear the guide.

We require a minimum of 10 participants. Register as a GROUP. We have 16 seats available. ($2,100/16 seats = $132/person, or $2,100/10 seats = $210/person) Why do the leaves change color in the fall? Where do the gorgeous colors come from? The autumn is full of wonderful things, beautiful colors and cozy sweaters. What’s more, there’s always so much to do and so little time before winter comes! It’s so hard to choose: do you go apple picking? Do you get inspired and do something creative in your fall months? Why not all of them? The Nature Bus has got you covered. We have planned a wonderful fall adventure for all ages, and we want YOU to be there! Book a private group tour for two day scenic excursion and a chance to go apple picking at an orchard, explore downtown Charlottesville, hike in Shenandoah National Park, and visit three beautiful vineyards! If you fall for autumn, let us pick you up!

Join us in being adventurous on your weekends. These Saturday trips are open to everybody at an affordable price. Check out our website calendar and follow us on Facebook. We depart from REI most Saturdays. The seats fill up fast so stay connected with us! Hop-on-board for fun, restorative and memorable experiences in many different nature settings. Come join us often! We also offer custom, private group tours for small groups of 10-16 people all year round!

This 25-mile (40 kilometer) ride from Richmond to the Shirley Plantation flies by thanks to an electric bike and an entertaining guide. Ride through the Virginia countryside with ease to reach the plantation, and then tour the historic house and taste wines from its vineyard when you arrive.