Tourism

Improves our lives

Richmond Region Economic Impact Report

More visitors mean more growth

Each year, more than 16 million people visit the Richmond Region, and they contribute close to $2.9 billion to the local economy. Tourism generates almost 24,000 jobs in the Richmond Region. If not for tourism spending, Richmond region households would pay an additional $585 per year in taxes!

Check out our Economic Impact Annual Report for a deeper understanding of the importance of tourism in our region.

Tourism's Economic Impact

Watch this short video to see how tourism enriches the lives of everyone in the Richmond Region.