Downtown Richmond Walking Tour

The Richmond Main Street Initiative’s Downtown Richmond Walking Tour, showcasing the history, culture and development opportunities of the city’s urban core. 

By exploring Macdonald Avenue and its surrounding corridors on foot, participants gain a deeper understanding of existing assets, development opportunities, and the district’s capacity for business growth. 

The walking format allows stakeholders to visualize how targeted investments, infrastructure improvements, and retail activation can shape a more vibrant and accessible downtown. Located within one of the Bay Area’s largest transit hubs—with direct connections to BART, Amtrak, AC Transit, and the Richmond Ferry—Downtown Richmond is strategically positioned for transit-oriented development and sustainable economic expansion. Through initiatives such as the walking tour, RMSI demonstrates its commitment to fostering community partnerships, attracting investment, and advancing the revitalization of Richmond’s historic downtown as pedestrian friendly, urban village with housing, retail, arts, entertainment that reflect the communities rich and diverse heritage.