Signature Shockoe, Canal 2-Hour Walking Tour
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About the Activity
Tour Richmond's Historic Canal District and Shockoe Bottom, See The Poe Museum, The King Jame's Cross, Murals, and the oldest continuing Mason's Hall in the Commonwealth. You will experience the story of Richmond's growth from small tobacco town to becoming a major financial center and capitol of the Commonwealth. Visit the site of Richmond's infamous slave trade and hear the narrative of prominence and problems in the Ante-Bellum era. Your tour will bring to life the significance of the James River in creating the vibrant city RVA was and has become. We begin at the Valentine First Freedom Center (the site of the original capitol, and conclude at the historic Main St Station. Tour length is approximately two hours.1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
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Use of equipment : Other.
Fees : Parking fees. Parking Fees
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Edgar Allan Poe Museum
1914 E Main St # 16, , Richmond, United States, 23223-6964See The Poe Museum in the oldest existing house in Richmond Here about a true Richmonder Edgar Allen Poe.10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location2
Main Street Station
1500 E Main St, Richmond, United States, 23219-3634Visit the Beaux Art Train Station beautifully restored and a beautifuyl example of early 20th century architecture.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Triple Crossing Downtown
113 S Foushee St, Richmond, United States, 23220-5616The only triple crossing of three major railroads in the US located by the canal and the monument to Henry 'Box" Brown.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Canal Walk
Richmond, United StatesWalk along the old Haxall Canal, where the world's largest flour mill (The Gallegos) once made Richmond the flour capitol of the world
See the site of the original Street Art/Mural festival and Washington's vision for a canal linking the City to the Ohio River20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Visit the replica of the cross erected to celebrate the first meeting between John Smith and the Native Pamunkey. here the story around early English attempts to settle the area and its growth into a world class tobacco center.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Visit the site of Richmond's infamous Civil War Prison and its most daring escape in 1864. Here the role of Crazy Bett Van Lew in their plans5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Stop by the oldest continuing Masons' Hall in Virginia begun by George Washington in 1785, frequewnted by Marshall, Randall, and Lafayette.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Shockoe Bottom Clay(Pass By)
1714 E Main St, Richmond, United States, 23223-6960Discover the hidden gems of the James River and Shockoe Bottom and the restaurant/nightlife of Main St.View LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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By the Obelisk 14th and Cary StsView Location
End point
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The historic Beaux Art Train Station on Main Street in Shockoe BottomView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- English
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/New_York time to receive 100% refund.
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Operated by The Richmond Tour GuysCreated on 11 Jul 2021Created on 09 Jun 2024
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