Richmond Downtown Walking Tour
The Richmond Tour Guys
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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.
Departure Point
- We meet at the turn-in on N 3rd Street between Marshall and Clay Streets
Return Details
- We meet at the turn-in on N 3rd Street between Marshall and Clay Streets
Duration
1 hour and 40 minutes - 2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Jackson Ward
Second Street, Richmond, Virginia
We begin in historic Jackson Ward known as The Harlem of the South and the Black Wall Street of the SOuth
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The John Marshall House
818 E Marshall St, , Richmond, Virginia
Stop by and hear about the life and contributions of Richmond native John Marshall in the history of the city and country.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Valentine
1015 E Clay St, , Richmond, Virginia
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 minutes
Stop At: White House Of The Confederacy
1201 E Clay St, , Richmond, Virginia
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 minutes
Stop At: Egyptian Building
1223 East Marshall Street, Richmond, VA 23298
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 minutes
Stop At: Monumental Church
1224 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219
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 minutes
Stop At: Virginia Executive Mansion
Capitol Square, Richmond, VA 23219
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 minutes
Stop At: Virginia Capitol Building
1000 Bank St, , Richmond, Virginia
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 minutes
Stop At: Virginia Women's Monument : Voices From The Garden
1000 Bank Street, Richmond, VA 23219
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 minutes
Stop At: St. Paul's Episcopal Church
815 E Grace St, , Richmond, Virginia
Visit the Church of the Confederacy and its Tiffany splendor and end your tour
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Virginia Washington Monument
Richmond, VA 23219
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 minutes
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
- Headsets that promote safe distancing
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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