The Haunted History of Richmond tour
Richmond, USAby Strange Richmond Tours
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 50 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Explore the haunted history of Richmond on this captivating walking tour led by Strange RVA. Wander through the eerie cobblestone streets of Shockoe Bottom, where you’ll hear chilling tales of real hauntings, true crime, and colonial curses. This tour includes insights into the legends surrounding The Devil’s Half Acre, the Church Hill Tunnel curse, and the Richmond Vampire lore. You'll also learn about infamous characters like the ‘Ghoul of Richmond’ and end your journey with stories of Edgar Allan Poe, who spent significant time in Richmond. - 1.5 to 2-hour walking tour through Richmond’s haunted landmarks - Discover true ghost stories and urban legends from a knowledgeable guide - Nightly tours at 8 PM, perfect for adults aged 16 and older - Uncover the chilling past of Richmond, including haunted cemeteries and more.
What's included
- Professionally trained historian/ tour guide.
- We do not provide Drinks or food.
Itinerary
- 1
Edgar Allan Poe Museum
15 min
We do not go into the museum. We do talk about Edgar Allan Poe and his time in Richmond, his inspirations, love lost, and more.
- 2
Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground
10 min
We go to the lost and rediscovered African Burial Grounds.
- 3
Stop 3
10 min
The infamous 'Devil's Half Acre', the most horrific slave jail in the history of the United States.
- 4
Church Hill Neighorhood
15 min
In 1925, the Church Hill tunnel collapsed, taking numerous lives on that day. But the tunnel has been consuming bodies for decades. Some legends claim that a Vampire was disturbed and brought back from the grave...
- 5
Richmond
10 min
The oldest operating Masonic lodge in the US, where Washington, Jefferson, and even Patrick Henry occupied it's hallowed halls. Come meet the ghosts of Richmond's Revolutionary past...
Meeting and pickup
We meet at the 17th Street Market in the Shokoe Bottom neighborhood. We meet on the E. Franklin Street side of the market.
End point
We end the tour in the Poe Museum parking lot, just a couple of blocks from the starting location. Your guide will assist you in getting where you need to be.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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