About Discovery Richmond

Uncover the charms of London’s Richmond and the wider area and get the most out of your visit with Discovery Richmond’s low-cost guided walking tours.  We also offer private sightseeing tours for individuals and groups customised to your requirements including walking and cycling tours, and trips by riverboat, luxury car and coach.

Richmond and its surrounding riverside districts are a delight for visitors and you will see more and experience more with us. Our knowledgeable and friendly local guides have a genuine and deep connection with the area. They will share their intimate knowledge with you to capture its essence, from its long history and rich cultural heritage to the natural beauty of its wide green spaces and the capital’s most attractive stretch of the Thames.

You will never forget walking in Richmond’s beautiful parks and along the riverbank, the sense of peace and tranquillity, the iconic view from Richmond Hill and the strong sense of history and royal heritage throughout.

As a participant in the ‘We’re Good to Go’ scheme, we aim to comply with the Government’s current COVID guidelines.

 

 

What we offer

Richmond Walking Tour

Classic walking tour covering many highlights including: Richmond Green, the remains of Richmond Palace, the riverside and historic bridge, Richmond Hill and its famous view, Richmond Park and Petersham. You can extend your walk with a visit to historic Ham House. Available on the first Saturday of the month June-October.  There are additional winter walks around Christmas/New Year.
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Twickenham Walking Tour

From landscape painter J.M.W. Turner’s house and the home of a royal mistress to the riverside, then to the homes of French royal exiles and Twickenham’s classic Thames waterfront enclosed by Eel Pie Island, the home of rhythm & blues. Available June-October. You can extend your walk with a visit to Eel Pie Island Museum and the Museum of Twickenham.
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Kew, Brentford & Richmond Walking Tour

Cross the Thames from elegant Kew to discover the industrial heritage of Brentford, then on to historic Syon Park, Old Isleworth and re-cross the Thames to Richmond and its royal palace remains on an interest packed walk of marked contrasts. Available July.
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Kew & Brentford Walking Tour

Contrast sedate Kew and post-industrial Brentford, criss-crossing bridges, wharfs, locks, rivers and creeks. Available June-October.
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Chiswick & Hammersmith Walking Tour

Experience time-warped riverside villages, malls and mansions. Uncover quirky history and characters. Available July-September.
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Richmond & Twickenham Riverside Walking Tour

Meander along the most picturesque stretches of the Thames in London on a leisurely guided riverside walk from Richmond to Twickenham, crossing the Thames by foot ferry by a great Jacobean mansion. Available July.
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Private Tours

Take any of the above tours privately or let us put a guided tour together for you, customised to satisfy your exact requirements. Your tour can be on foot, by bike, riverboat, luxury car, coach or any combination to suit your preference. We cover the Richmond area, Central London and other popular destinations. Available throughout the year.  Our expert local guides include London Blue Badge tourist guides.

Sports Tours

Perfect for sports fans wishing to visit Twickenham rugby stadium and sporting attractions further afield including Wimbledon tennis, the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Wembley football stadium. Available throughout the year and in languages other than English.  Led by London Blue Badge tourist guides.

Meet Your Tour Guide

Your knowledgeable and friendly tour guides are long-term local residents with a passionate enthusiasm and detailed knowledge of the wider Richmond area and Central London. All our walks are independently researched.