Best Team Outings Under $50 In Richmond, VA

Discover Richmond On A Scavenger Hunt

For those groups looking for a little puzzle solving, check out Discover Richmond Tours’ Scavenger Hunts. Choose between Downtown/Capitol Square, Church Hill, or the Museum District for some outdoor fun, or the Science Museum for a completely indoor (and weatherproof!) option. Groups can request large printed maps that make you feel like you’re right in the middle of an actual treasure hunt. Plus, you’ll learn a little about our great city and have fun solving puzzles with your team!

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Eat Your Way Through Richmond On A Food Tour

If you’re looking for an activity that’s high on leisure, but still packs a lot of fun and a bit of adventure, then look no further than a food tour. You’ll explore the culinary scene of one of Richmond’s unique neighborhoods, learn a little about the intriguing and off-beat history of your city, and maybe even get to meet a few chefs and restaurant owners! With Discover Richmond Tours, every tour is the perfect combination of food, history, and fun.

Take a look at our Private Tours page for more information on team-building events! We will work with your budget and customize a great event for your team!

Eat Your Way Through Richmond On A Food Tour

Take a look at our Private Tours page for more information on team-building events! We will work with your budget and customize a great event for your team!

Paint And Sip Your Way To New Wall Art

If your team is looking for something low-key that involves a glass of rosé (even though we know Sharon in administration much prefers Cab Sav – there’s always one) and a paintbrush, check out Wine & Design Richmond. Book a private work party (all talents welcome) and get the creative juices flowing in a collaborative environment!

Hike The James River

Discover Richmond Tours offers guided hikes around the James River Park System! Explore old train bridge ruins, Class IV rapids, Civil War-era infrastructure, and check out one of Richmond’s most unique features, the Pipeline Walk. This easy-to-moderate hike is a great team activity for those looking to sweat a little, get outside, and enjoy Richmond’s nature, all while being in the heart of RVA!

Tube Or Kayak Down The James

Maybe your team is into water sports and team outings during the summer? If so, definitely check out RVA Paddlesports for an option to raft or kayak down the James – they arrange for transportation AND include all river materials (because even though Ben in legal has a tube and talks about it ALL THE TIME, nobody else does, okay Ben?!). Trips vary in price.

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Problem Solve Your Way Out Of An Escape Room

Is your team trying to get better at collaborating and problem-solving? Then maybe an Escape Room is right up your alley! You have one hour to hunt for clues and break codes to escape from a variety of themed rooms – only those who work together (are you listening, Jan from marketing?) will secure their freedom! Head to Escape Room RVA for your team building event.

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DIY Coffee Mugs (Or Margarita Glasses – We Don’t Judge!)

For the artsy groups out there, check out a ceramics class with All Fired Up! Paint yourself a personalized coffee mug (that way Dave in sales will finally stop stealing your Costa Rica mug!), design a wine glass, or create a new picture frame for your office desk!