Discover the history of Richmond with this small-group guided walking tour around the site of the original Richmond settlement. Enjoy scenic overlooks, walk past historic blocks and homes, tour St. John’s cemetery, and learn about the city’s history and development through informative commentary and stories from your guide.
Guided walking tour of original Richmond site with a small group
Benefit from the expertise of a local guide well-versed in the city’s history
Hear stories you’re unlikely to discover on your own
Includes audio receivers so you can hear everything easily
What To Expect
Libby Hill Park
Historic Libby Hill Park, Scenic overlook of RVA
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Tour the grounds of the oldest church in Richmond . Hear the story of Patrick’s Henry’s famous speech in 1774. Visit the grave markers for George Wythe and Elizabeth Poe
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Virginia Capitol Building
Stop by the scenic overlook to view and hear the story of Richmond’s Capitol and Capitol Building. Hear about Richmond’s growth into a major tobacco and transportation production center and the rebirth of Shockoe Bottom.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chimborazo Park
View and relive the narrative of Richmond’s largest Civil War Hospital and the city’s role as a major medical center in the war and after
• Admission Ticket Free
Richmond Hill
Visit Richmond Hill (later Monte Maria) the site of numerous meetings with Jefferson, Madison and the leaders of Richmond, hear about the city’s founding by William Byrd II and his dissolute son’s role in its expansion.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Church Hill Neighorhood
Walk through the largest collection of Antebellum houses in the city, see the famous patchwork houses, the Shelton House, the original Historic Block created by the Scott Sisters, The Mews, and explore the grand architecture and styles of the Gilded Age.
• Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Include
audio recievers