Richmond Ghost Tour: Secrets of Shockoe Bottom & Beyond
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Step into the haunted past of Richmond with the Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom. This tour takes you through the city’s darker history, from its days as the second-largest slave market in the U.S. to its role as the Confederate capital during the Civil War. As you walk through historic neighborhoods, you'll hear chilling stories that bring Richmond’s ghostly legends to life.
Led by knowledgeable local guides, the tour covers 8 or 12 spooky locations in Shockoe Bottom and Church Hill. Expect easy, accessible walking for about an hour or 90 minutes, with plenty of eerie tales and ghostly sightings along the way. Be prepared—these stories are rarely spoken and guaranteed to send shivers down your spine.
This experience is perfect for those who love history with a spooky twist. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, the Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom offers a memorable, spine-tingling adventure through one of Virginia’s most haunted areas.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 1 hour, with options for 90-minute walks.
What languages are available?
The tour is conducted in English.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, the tour is suitable for adults and children up to 99 years old. It is wheelchair accessible, and infants can ride in strollers.
What’s included in the tour?
You’ll hear documented accounts of historic hauntings, enjoy the company of professional guides, and learn intensely researched true stories of Richmond’s history.
Are food and transportation included?
No, food, drinks, and motorized transport are not included.
Where does the tour start?
The tour begins and ends at the 17th Street Farmers Market, located between Franklin and Main Streets at 17th. Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 1 hour
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Documented accounts of historic hauntings
- Professional and courteous guides
- Intensely researched true stories of Richmond's history
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Motorized transportation
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Explore the Adam Craig House, Richmond's oldest frame house and a site haunted by the spirit of the Southside Killer, linked to tragic events and ghostly sightings.
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Stop 2
Visit the Church Hill Tunnel, completed in 1873, notorious for tragic deaths and lingering hauntings associated with its construction mishaps.
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Stop 3
Walk through Jefferson Park, where whispers of the Briley brothers' ghostly rides at night are part of local legend, with sightings of mysterious figures and sounds.
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Stop 4
Discover the haunted stories of The Old Stone House, where Edgar Allan Poe's spirit is said to linger among the spooky tales and artifacts.
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Stop 5
Visit the Civil War-era prison, where ghostly Union soldiers are seen in rearview mirrors by those who park nearby at night.
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Stop 6
Learn about Masons’ Hall, a historic building used for government, religious gatherings, and as a hospital, haunted by spirits of the past.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
The tour begins and ends at the 17th Street Farmers Market, located between Franklin and Main Streets at 17th. Your guide will be wearing a black US Ghost Adventures t-shirt and carrying a lantern. Please arrive 15 minutes early.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day in advance
- No refund if cancelled within 24 hours of the tour
Confirmation within 24 hours
The supplier reviews your request and usually confirms within 24 hours.
From $26.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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