Richmond Downtown Walking Tour
Richmond Downtown Walking Tour
You will receive a compelling story of the origins of Richmond from small tobacco town to Capitol of the Commonwealth on a leisurely 2 hour stroll. Learn about Richmond's role in the Revolution and Civil War, as well as its major prominence in the Civil Rights movement. Each guest will leave with a comprehensive understanding of the city and what to see and do next in RVA.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Jackson Ward
We begin in historic Jackson Ward known as The Harlem of the South and the Black Wall Street of the SOuth
10 minutesThe 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 minutesThe 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 minutesWhite 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 minutesEgyptian Building
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 minutesMonumental Church
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 minutesVirginia Executive Mansion
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 minutesVirginia 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 minutesVirginia Women's Monument : Voices From The Garden
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 minutesSt. Paul's Episcopal Church
Visit the Church of the Confederacy and its Tiffany splendor and end your tour
10 minutesVirginia Washington Monument
See and hear the story behind the proposed mausoleum for the first president and six key figures in the founding of the nation.
10 minutesIncluded
- Headsets that promote safe distancing
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Head sets promote safe social distancing
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.