Signature Shockoe, Canal 2-Hour Walking Tour
Richmond, US
100% of travellers recommend this
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Duration 1h 45m to 2h 10m
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Small Group Tour
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Audio Guided Experience
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Meeting Point: Obelisk
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Inclusions: Audio Receivers
Explore Richmond's rich history on this immersive 2-hour walking tour through the Canal District and Shockoe Bottom, guided by audio insights.
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Audio receivers
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Parking fees
Explore Richmond's rich history on this immersive 2-hour walking tour through the Canal District and Shockoe Bottom, guided by audio insights.
Highlights
End Point
The historic Beaux Art Train Station on Main Street in Shockoe Bottom
1500 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219 , United States
What to expect
Edgar Allan Poe Museum
See The Poe Museum in the oldest existing house in Richmond Here about a true Richmonder Edgar Allen Poe.
10 minutes
Admission Not Included
Main Street Station
Visit the Beaux Art Train Station beautifully restored and a beautifuyl example of early 20th century architecture.
10 minutes
Triple Crossing Downtown
The only triple crossing of three major railroads in the US located by the canal and the monument to Henry 'Box" Brown.
10 minutes
Canal Walk
Walk 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 River
20 minutes
Christopher Newport Cross
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
Libby Prison
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 plans
5 minutes
Masons' Hall
Stop by the oldest continuing Masons' Hall in Virginia begun by George Washington in 1785, frequewnted by Marshall, Randall, and Lafayette.
5 minutes
Shockoe Bottom Clay
Discover the hidden gems of the James River and Shockoe Bottom and the restaurant/nightlife of Main St.
James River Park, Flood Wall Trail
See and hear about the impact of the James, and historic flooding in the development of the city.
Market Slip
Walk through one of the original outdoor markets in RVA and hear about its rebirth as an dining destination.
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Service animals allowed -
Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What our experts say
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Check out nearby restaurants like Mama J's. -
Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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Plan a visit to the Poe Museum early.
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Consider public transport to the meeting point.
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Take photos at the Canal Walk murals.
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