RICHMOND E-BIKE FIELD GUIDE
E-Bike Through History: Pedego the Hills of Hollywood Cemetery
A guided Pedego electric-bike tour that winds Richmond’s steep, tree‑lined slopes to the historic gravesites and river viewpoints of Hollywood Cemetery.
E-Bike Through History: Pedego the Hills of Hollywood Cemetery.
With lots of hills and some of the city’s most dramatic foliage, the Pedego electric‑bike tour of Hollywood Cemetery lets riders of varied ages and fitness levels move easily through a landscape of ornate monuments, Civil War lore and sweeping panoramas of the James River and downtown Richmond.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Steep, Tree‑Lined Terrain
Hollywood Cemetery’s rolling, tree‑filled avenues are a defining element of the ride—the hills are prominent, and the electric assist makes them eminently rideable while letting you savor the city’s best urban canopy.
A Catalog of Notable Burials
The cemetery is the final resting place for two U.S. Presidents and a roster of historical figures—including Jefferson Davis and his family, J.E.B. Stuart, George Pickett and his wife, Lewis Ginter, and Supreme Court Justice Lewis Powell—making each turn an interpretive stop.
River and Skyline Vistas
Perched atop the cemetery’s slopes are some of Richmond’s best vantage points: clear, memorable views over the James River and across to downtown RVA punctuate the route.
What the day feels like
What the Ride Feels Like
Expect a quiet, contemplative cruise punctuated by short climbs and descent through shaded, historic lanes. The electric assist lets you linger at monuments and viewpoints—transforming what would be a strenuous hill workout into a relaxed exploration of gravesites, memorials and sweeping river outlooks.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Comfortable shoes; a water bottle; your own helmet if you prefer (helmets are also provided).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be at least 14 years old.
Do I need to bring a helmet?
You may bring your own helmet if you like, but helmets are provided by the operator.
What should I bring on the ride?
Bring comfortable shoes and a water bottle; a helmet is optional since one is provided.
Will the hills be difficult?
Hollywood Cemetery has many hills, but the Pedego electric bikes make the terrain much more manageable, and the tour is presented as suitable regardless of age or fitness level.
Who will we see memorials for during the tour?
The cemetery includes two U.S. Presidents and many notable figures such as Jefferson Davis and his family, J.E.B. Stuart, George Pickett and his wife, Lewis Ginter, and Supreme Court Justice Lewis Powell.