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Richmond Downtown Small Group Walking Tour

4.8
(154 reviews)
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This leisurely stroll takes you through downtown Richmond with a guide who will tell you about the layers of history all around you. Talk about the town’s role in the Revolution, Civil War, and more. This is a small group tour, so you’ll keep costs down by sharing your guide, but still have an intimate tour group. You’ll also be wearing a headset on tour to encourage safe distancing.

Overview

This leisurely stroll takes you through downtown Richmond with a guide who will tell you about the layers of history all around you. Talk about the town’s role in the Revolution, Civil War, and more. This is a small group tour, so you’ll keep costs down by sharing your guide, but still have an intimate tour group. You’ll also be wearing a headset on tour to encourage safe distancing.

Itinerary

  • Jackson Ward

    We begin in historic Jackson Ward known as The Harlem of the South and the Black Wall Street of the SOuth

    10 minutes
  • The John Marshall House

    Stop by and hear about the life and contributions of Richmond native John Marshall in the history of the city and country.

    10 minutes
  • The Valentine

    Visit beautiful Court End, learn about the Wickham and Davis houses, Richmond's pivotal role in the Burr treason trial and Beef Juice!

    15 minutes
  • White House Of The Confederacy

    Learn about how Richmond became the capitol of the CSA, the Davis years as President, The Great Evacuation Fire, and Lincoln's visit to Richmond just one day after surrender.

    15 minutes
  • Visit the original Medical College of Virginia, hear tales of custodial skullduggery, and how Richmond was a major medical center in the Civil War

    10 minutes
  • Visit the only church designed by Jefferson's apprentice, hear the horrors of the Richmond Theater Fire, and how Edgar Allen Poe became a true Richmonder

    10 minutes
  • See the second oldest governor's mansion in the US and learn about the monuments Capitol Square. Visit the Civil Rights Memorial and hear the story behind Brown v. The Board of Ed

    10 minutes
  • Virginia Capitol Building

    Hear the story behind Richmond becoming the third capitol of the Commonwealth, how Jefferson's plans for the new building went awry, and the tragedy that befell it in 1870.

    10 minutes
  • See the newest addition to Capitol Square. learn about the first European women in the colony, the contributions of 12 prominent women, the arrival of the first Africans and the history of slavery in the city.

    10 minutes
  • St. Paul's Episcopal Church

    Visit the Church of the Confederacy and its Tiffany splendor and end your tour

    10 minutes
  • See and hear the story behind the proposed mausoleum for the first president and six key figures in the founding of the nation.

    10 minutes

Location

Meeting Point Map

Address

403 N 3rd St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA

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Experience

Highlights

  • Easily meet your guide at the Convention Center
  • Keep costs down by booking this small group tour
  • Wear headsets to encourage safe distancing
  • Tour for around 2 hours, then the rest of the day is free
  • Inclusions

    • Headsets that promote safe distancing

    Additional Information

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Guide Languages

    • English

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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    4.8 / 5

    4.79 out of 5 stars

    Based on 154 reviews

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    allisonodenthal
    our guide Justin(?) was very knowledgeable and passionate about early Richmond history and I learned a lot about the founding of our country! We were only in town for the day and it was worthwhile if...
    JNest
    What a great tour! Our guide Emily was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Two of us were visiting Richmond for our 90 yr old Aunt's birthday. Our Aunt with her cane was able to walk it all. We wo...

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