Explore Things to Do in Virginia
Virginia is a captivating blend of history, natural beauty, and modern charm. Visitors can explore Colonial Williamsburg and Civil War landmarks, relax on the sandy shores of Virginia Beach, or take in the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With its vibrant cities, award-winning wineries, and rich cultural heritage, Virginia offers a perfect mix of adventure, relaxation, and discovery — living up to its slogan, "Virginia is for Lovers".
Book Your Experiences Today!
Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in Virginia - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in Virginia, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
Why wait until you arrive in Virginia to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
The Downtown Mall Food Tour
12 Years Old + • 3 Hours • Taste some of the best dishes on Charlottesville's Downtown Mall!
Charlottesville
Food Tour
Charlottesville Guide
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Ghost Stories of Williamsburg
For all ages! • 1 Hour • Bone-chilling stories!
Williamsburg
Walking Tour
Lonnie Sandifer Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Magic Happens - Starring The Wagsters
Ages 4+ • 90 Minutes • Action Packed Magical Experience!
Williamsburg
90 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
The Wagsters Magic Theatre
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Captain's Pass
Cruise all season for one low price
Hampton
Hampton Roads Harbor Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Scenic Tiki Boat Cruise
Up to 6 People • 90 minutes • Captained Cruise • Great for couples & friends!
Smithfield
90 Minutes
757 Tiki Boat Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Cats and Tarot
Ages 18+ • 1 hour • Get a tarot reading and hang out with the cats!
Alexandria
1 Hour
Mount Purrnon Cat Cafe & Wine Bar
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Arlington Cemetery Guided Tour with Changing of the Guard
2026 River Trip & Paddling Equipment Season Pass
A great value for a fun season of adventure on the water!
Charlottesville
Kayak
Rivanna River Company
Copy to Clipboard to Share
After Sunset Party Barge
Chincoteague
2 hours
Daisey's Island Cruises
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Public 2 hour ponyTour
All Ages! • 2 Hours • Great for families!
Chincoteague
2 Hours
JS Expedition
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Kayak Tours Explore All
Narrows Beach Kayak Rentals
Ages 3+ w/ Adult; 10+ without Adult • 1-8 Hour Rentals • 350lbs limit • From $31.80
Virginia Beach
Kayak
Tula Adventure Sports
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Daily Boat, Tube and Equipment Rentals. NO SHUTTLE!
NO SHUTTLE INCLUDED | Kayaks, Canoes, SUPs, Tubes | Daily Rentals | Pick Up at & Return to RRC
Charlottesville
Kayak
Rivanna River Company
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Rivanna Out & Back at RRC
Explore the Rivanna near RRC | Kayaks, Canoes, SUPs | NO SHUTTLE | 2 hr. Rental | Summer Only
Charlottesville
Kayak
Rivanna River Company
Copy to Clipboard to Share
2026 River Trip & Paddling Equipment Season Pass
A great value for a fun season of adventure on the water!
Charlottesville
Kayak
Rivanna River Company
Copy to Clipboard to Share
East Beach Kayak Lessons
Ages 12+ • 1 Hour • 350lbs limit • Unforgettable learning experience!
Norfolk
Kayak
Tula Adventure Sports
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Half Day Kayak, Canoe and SUP Rentals
For all ages! • Premium brand name boats ! • 4 Hours! Private ramp to put in!
Chincoteague
4 hours
Private Tours
Kayak
Snug Harbor Marina Boat Rentals
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Guided Eco Kayak Tours
1.5 Hours • For all ages! • No experience neccesary! Pony and Bird Watching!
Chincoteague
1.5 hours
Kayak
Snug Harbor Marina Boat Rentals
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Single Kayak Rentals
Starting at $35 | Includes Paddle & PFD | Delivery Available
Virginia Beach
Kayak
VB Surf Sessions
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Sunset Tour
Starting at $65 | 2.5 Hours | Ages 5+
Chincoteague
City Tour, Guided Tour, Horse, Kayak, Water Activities
Assateague Adventures
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Kayaks-PaddleBoards
From $31.80 • 2 Hours • SUP's - Kayaks - RENTALS
Yorktown
Kayak
Patriot Tours & Provisions
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Private Tours Explore All
Sunset Cruise
Ages 21+ to Book • Private Cruise • Up to 6 People • 1.5 Hours
Virginia Beach
1.5 Hours
Private Tours
Party Pontoon
Copy to Clipboard to Share
North Anna and Cold Harbor: The Overland Campaign Part 2
8 Hours • Up to 6 People
Ruther Glen
Private Tours
Battlefield Tours of Virginia
Copy to Clipboard to Share
SPI Prep
Private Review & Exam Preparation (PREP) for AMGA Single Pitch Instructor (SPI) Course and Exam
Roanoke
Up to 7 hours
Private Tours
Climbing
Granite Arches Climbing Guides
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Pony Swim Kayak, Canoe and SUP Rentals
For all ages! • Short Paddle to the Ponies! • Watch the Ponies swim!
Chincoteague
4 hours
Private Tours
Kayak
Snug Harbor Marina Boat Rentals
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Tour of George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Old Town Alexandria
5 Hours • Private Tour • 5 to 54 People
Alexandria
5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, History Tour, Transportation
Monumental Tours Inc
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Virginia Beach, VA
All Ages • Two Hours • Up to 6 Guests
Virginia Beach
Private Tours
Teraloom
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Private 2-Hour Arlington Cemetery Guided Walking Tour
2 hours • Up to 15 people
Arlington
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Saltwater Pony Tours - Private Tours
Private Tours
Chincoteague
2 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Saltwater Pony Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Arts District Food Tour
3 hours; $85 (excl. fees)
Richmond
3 hours
Private Tours
Food Tour, Water Park
Discover Richmond Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
SUP Surf Private Lesson
1.5 Hours | Ages 15+ | Maximum of 2 Participants
Virginia Beach
1.5 Hours
Private Tours
VB Surf Sessions
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Experience Virginia Beach Explore All
Performance Surfboard Rentals
Starting at $30 | Delivery Available
Private Jumbo Black Sea Bass Trip
Virginia Beach
10 Hours
Private Tours
Fishing
Bottomline Sportfishing Charters
Copy to Clipboard to Share
1 Hour Private Surf Lesson
Ages 6+ • Booked by Request • Starting at $80
Virginia Beach
Private Tours
Seth Broudy's School of Surf
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Marsh Explorers
Designed for homeschool families!
Virginia Beach
9 weeks
Kid-Friendly
Ebbing Tides Eco Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Private Kayak Nature/Dolphin Tour
1.5 Hours | Ages 7+ | Year Around Availability
Virginia Beach
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Kayak
VB Surf Sessions
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Five Day Surf Camp
Ages 5+ | Advance Your Surfing Skills | Local's Favorite
Virginia Beach
5 Days
Kid-Friendly
VB Surf Sessions
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Kayak & Paddle Board Rentals
2 Hours • Ages 6+
Virginia Beach
2 hours
Kayak
Virginia Beach Watersports
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Broad Bay Sunset Cruise
For all ages! • See the Sunset from Broad Bay! • 2 Hours
Virginia Beach
Iconic Water Sports LLC
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Beach Equipment Rentals
Starting at $4 | Delivery Available
Private Surf Lesson
2 Hours | Ages 5+ | Private or Semi Private
Virginia Beach
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
VB Surf Sessions
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Birdwatching Boat Tour
Egrets, Bald eagles, Blue herons, Oyster catchers!
Chincoteague
1.5
Kid-Friendly
Snug Harbor Marina Boat Rentals
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Whitewater Tube Trip
Ages 6+ • 45 Min to an Hour • All Day Tubing Pass! •
Fredericksburg
Kid-Friendly
Virginia Outdoor Center
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Swim Lessons: Level 2
5-12 years old (mastering foundational skills) | 4-Day weekly sessions | 30 min classes
Arlington
30
Kid-Friendly
NOVA Parks - Climb UPton
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Drop In Surf Camp
EXCLUSIVE for our Repeat Campers
Virginia Beach
3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
VB Surf Sessions
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Swim Lessons: Pre-School
3-6 years old (comfortable independently in the water) | 4-Day weekly sessions | 30 min classes
Arlington
30
Kid-Friendly
NOVA Parks - Climb UPton
Copy to Clipboard to Share
ASSATEAGUE KAYAK TOUR
Age 5+ • Approx 2.5 Hours
Chincoteague
2-2.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Tour, City Tour, Driving Tour, Horse, Kayak, Lighthouse Tour
Assateague Explorer Pony Watching & Wildlife Cruises
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Cat Cafe Visit - One Hour
Age 5+ • 1 hour upstairs with the cats
Alexandria
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Mount Purrnon Cat Cafe & Wine Bar
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Junior Aviation Adventure Camp (6-8 Years Old)
Ages 6-8 • July 13-17 • 9am-3pm • 5 Days • Lunch Included
Virginia Beach
5 hours, 5 days
Kid-Friendly
Military Aviation Museum
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Two Hour Kayak Nature/Dolphin Tour
2 Hours | Ages 7+ | Public Group Tour
Virginia Beach
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
VB Surf Sessions
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Magic Happens - Starring The Wagsters
Ages 4+ • 90 Minutes • Action Packed Magical Experience!
Williamsburg
90 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
The Wagsters Magic Theatre
Copy to Clipboard to Share
History Tours Explore All
Creepy Tales on Campus Tour
Explore the Hauntings, Grim History & Secrets Around the Monroe Park Campus • 90 Minute Outdoor Walk
Richmond
History Tour, Theater, Walking Tour
Haunts of Richmond
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Tour of George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Old Town Alexandria
5 Hours • Private Tour • 5 to 54 People
Alexandria
5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, History Tour, Transportation
Monumental Tours Inc
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Colonial History Tour
Deep dive into the rich history of Colonial Williamsburg
Williamsburg
History Tour
Spooks & Legends Haunted Ghost Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
The Virginia Wine Experience
Public or Private Experience
Arlington, Reston
Private Tours
History Tour, Wine
Vino Virginia
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Church Hill Tunnel Secrets
The 100 Year Anniversary of the Church Hill Train Tunnel Collapse
Richmond
75 minutes
Guided Tour, History Tour, Segway
RVA on Wheels
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Carytown Food Tour
3 hours; $75 (excl. fees)
Richmond
3 hours
Private Tours
Food Tour, History Tour, Theater, Water Park
Discover Richmond Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Private Day Tour - Luray Caverns
8 Hours • Includes Transportation!
Luray
Private Tours
Carriage, Cave, Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Ropes Course, Transportation
USA Guided Tours - DC
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Kept in Bondage (History of Slavery)
All Ages with Parent's Discretion • 1hr Walking Tour
Williamsburg
History Tour, Walking Tour
Lonnie Sandifer Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
The Virginia Wine Experience - Middleburg
Public or Private Experience
Arlington
7.5 hours
Private Tours
Food Tour, History Tour, Wine
Vino Virginia
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Afternoon Tour
Starting at $65 | 2-3 Hours | Ages 5+
Chincoteague
History Tour, Kayak
Assateague Adventures
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Foodie Tours Explore All
Pizza & Ice Cream Tour
4 hours
Richmond
Private Tours
Food Tour
Discover Richmond Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Richmond Brewery Tours
2.5 hours
Richmond
Private Tours
Beer Tour, Brewery, Bus Tour, City Tour, Food Tour
Discover Richmond Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Carytown Food Tour
3 hours; $75 (excl. fees)
Richmond
3 hours
Private Tours
Food Tour, History Tour, Theater, Water Park
Discover Richmond Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Scott's Addition Brews & Bites Tour
3 hours; $90 (excl. fees)
Richmond
3 hours
Private Tours
Brewery, Food Tour, Water Park
Discover Richmond Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Arts District Food Tour
3 hours; $85 (excl. fees)
Richmond
3 hours
Private Tours
Food Tour, Water Park
Discover Richmond Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
The Corner Food Tour
12 Years Old + • 3 Hours • Eat like a UVA Student!
Charlottesville
Food Tour
Charlottesville Guide
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Chincoteague Walking Tour
History + Birding • Easy Walking Tour • Approx. 2 Hours • All Ages Welcome!
Chincoteague
Food Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Assateague Explorer Pony Watching & Wildlife Cruises
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Church Hill Food Tour
3 hours; $75 (excl.fees)
Richmond
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Food Tour, Water Park
Discover Richmond Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share
The Virginia Wine Experience - Middleburg
Public or Private Experience
Arlington
7.5 hours
Private Tours
Food Tour, History Tour, Wine
Vino Virginia
Copy to Clipboard to Share
Church Hill Scavenger Hunt
From $33.92/Per Team • 2 hours • At your own pace!
Richmond
Food Tour
Discover Richmond Tours
Copy to Clipboard to Share