Richmond Downtown Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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location pin icon 1201 E Clay St, Richmond, Virginia, 23219, USA
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Richmond Downtown Walking Tour
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Overview

You will receive a compelling story of the origins of Richmond from small tobacco town to Capitol of the Commonwealth on a leisurely 100 minute stroll. Learn about Richmond's role in the 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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We meet at the turn-in on N 3rd Street between Marshall and Clay Streets

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Jackson Ward
We begin in historic Jackson Ward known as The Harlem of the South and the Black Wall Street of the SOuth
Duration: 10 mins
2. 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.
Duration: 10 mins
3. 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!
Duration: 15 mins
4. 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.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Egyptian 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
Duration: 10 mins
6. Monumental 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
Duration: 10 mins
7. Virginia 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
Duration: 10 mins
8. 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.
Duration: 10 mins
9. Virginia 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.
Duration: 10 mins
10. St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Visit the Church of the Confederacy and its Tiffany splendor and end your tour
Duration: 10 mins
11. Virginia 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.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Headsets that promote safe distancing

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

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

Supplied by The Richmond Tour Guys

Reviews

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Based on 224 reviews

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