Guided and Group Tours of Smithfield & Isle of Wight County

LIFE OF HAM VAN TOUR

This two-hour driving tour traces Smithfield’s proud history of the ham industry. Van seats up to 6 comfortably.

Minimum 4 paid guests or $40. 

$10 pp, children under 12 free, Cash/check only.

Available Monday - Friday; Reservations required with at least a 48-hour notice.
Available Saturday - Sunday; Reservations required with at least a 7-day notice.

Includes a complimentary ham roll at Darden's Country Store and admission to the Isle of Wight County Museum. 

Contact Kathy Mountjoy, Tour Coordinator, 757-408-1935 or kmountjoy@isleofwightus.net

Visitor Center: 319 Main Street, 757-357-5182 orsmfdtour@isleofwightus.net

HISTORIC CHURCH STREET WALKING TOUR (weather permitting)

This walk features dozens of buildings of exceptional architectural importance.  Several of the homes are listed on the National Registry. This tour begins at the Isle of Wight County Museum parking lot, 103 Main Street in Smithfield.

Available Monday - Friday only

$5 pp, children under 12 free,

Minimum 4 paid guests or $20. Cash/check only.

Reservations required with at least a 48-hour notice.

IVY HILL CEMETERY WALKING TOUR (weather permitting)

This walking tour meets at Ivy Hill Cemetery, 451 N. Church Street in Smithfield and is a discussion of the signs, symbols and notable burials in this historic rural cemetery established in 1887.

Minimum 4 paid guests or $20. Available Monday - Friday only. 

$5 pp, children under 12 free, Cash/check only.

Reservations required with at least a 48-hour notice.

ARMCHAIR TOUR OF HISTORIC CHURCH STREET

This tour takes the Church Street Walking Tour indoors and is available for seniors with mobility issues or in the case of bad weather. Tour takes place at the Isle of Wight Museum. Minimum 10 guests, Maximum 25.

Available Monday - Friday only.

$7 pp, (Museum ticket included), children under 12 free, Cash/check only

Reservations required with at least a 48-hour notice. 

SELF-GUIDED TOURS

Stop by the Visitor Center (319 Main Street) for a free map of the downtown historic area and the walking tour information for a self-guided tour.

GROUP TOURS

Our tourism professionals are happy to help you plan a fun-filled visit to our charming and historic area! Contact our group tour coordinator, Kathy Mountjoy to design a specific tour to suit your groups size, interests, and timeframe.

Cost/Details:

Groups no larger than 10-12 are best

$5 per person (minimum charge of $20)

Van or small bus - $55

Large/Step-On bus - $95

Different rates may apply according to the size and type of your group

Contact Kathy Mountjoy, Tour Coordinator, 757-408-1935 orkmountjoy@isleofwightus.net

Visitor Center: 319 Main Street, 757-357-5182 orsmfdtour@isleofwightus.net