About Discovery Richmond

Get the most out of your visit with Discovery Richmond’s privately guided walking tours.

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.

 

 

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.

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. You can extend your walk with a visit to Eel Pie Island Museum and the Museum of Twickenham.

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.

Kew & Brentford Walking Tour

Contrast sedate Kew and post-industrial Brentford, criss-crossing bridges, wharfs, locks, rivers and creeks.

Chiswick & Hammersmith Walking Tour

Experience time-warped riverside villages, malls and mansions. Uncover quirky history and characters.

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.

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.