Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom in Richmond
Richmond, United States

Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom

Outty Ranking 64 4.3 · 168 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $26

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64/100

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Is Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom worth booking?

Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom is a 1-hour experience in Richmond, United States, from $26 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 168 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
64 / 100
Rating
4.3/5 (168)
Duration
1 hours
From
$26 per person

Welcome to Richmond Ghost Tours' exploration of the city's haunted past as the second-largest slave market in the United States and the Confederate capital during the Civil War. Richmond is home to some terrifying ghost

What you get

    About this experience

    Welcome to Richmond Ghost Tours' exploration of the city's haunted past as the second-largest slave market in the United States and the Confederate capital during the Civil War. Richmond is home to some terrifying ghost stories as well as an interesting past. With an hour or 90 minutes of easy, accessible walking, let our educated local guides lead you on an adventure in Shockoe Bottom and Church Hill to 8 or 12 locations. We advise all of our visitors to be vigilant throughout the walking tour because you never know when a ghost can be spotted! We are the top-rated, spookiest, and most real ghost tour online! For a genuinely terrifying encounter, we offer chilling tales that are rarely spoken!

    What's included

    Included

    • Documented accounts of historic hauntings
    • Professional and Courteous Guides
    • Intensely researched true stories of history

    Not included

    • Food and Drink
    • Motorized Transport

    What you'll see and do

    1. For a hint of what 18th century Richmond might have looked like there are few better places to examine than the unusual Adam Craig House. The oldest frame house in Richmond is also one of the most haunted. Hear the story of the spirit of the Southside Killer and the unfortunate events and haunts connected.

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    2. Completed in 1873, building this 4,000 foot-long Church Hill Tunnel proved problematic, resulting in tragic death and subsequent hauntings. Hear horrific tales of the lost spirits here.

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    3. Overlooking the city, walking through the Jefferson Park sometimes makes people forget what comes out at night. Sometimes, what sounds like a revving car followed by “whoops” and yells zooms by…but there is no car or any humans to be seen. Whispers are that it is the Briley brothers, riding back and forth around the park, looking for more crimes of opportunity in death as they had done in life.

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    4. Edgar Allan Poe Museum

      Edgar Allan Poe is often said to be “America’s Shakespeare.” The horror story, short story, lyric poetry, science fiction, and detective fiction are all formats he either mastered or created. For over 150 years adults and children alike have enjoyed his literature. in what used to be known as The Old Stone House. Learn the hauntings of this spooky museum.

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    5. Dating back to the civil war, this prison was notorious across the battlefields, and was a wretched place to die. People who park here hurry to their cars at night, and see in their rear view mirrors the ghostly figures of Union soldiers in agony in their dust clouds as they quickly leave.

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    6. Due to its age, history of uses and association with historical figures, Masons’ Hall is one of Richmond’s most significant buildings. Used for government functions and religious gatherings, it was also a hospital in 1812. Masons’ Hall is home to multiple spirits of the dead and not so gone. Hear the tales of ghosts that linger.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Richmond

    Our tour starts and ends at the 17th Street Farmers market, which is 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 before the start of the tour.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Our tour starts and ends at the 17th Street Farmers market, which is 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 before the start of the tour.

    Options you can book

    • Extended Walking Ghost Tour

      Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

    • Richmond Ghosts Walking Ghost Tour

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Richmond Ghosts By Us Ghost Adventures

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

    Come see Richmond like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.Our guides are here to thrill and wow you on a top rated, epic walking tour!Experience spine-tingling shivers on a ghostly adventure like no other.Our guide telling an epic tale of hauntings in the beautiful cityJoin US Ghost Adventures for a late-night, spine-tingling journey through haunted Richmond.Our tour is full of haunted attractions that will be sure to scare and fright!

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 168 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    9 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    4 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    168 verified traveler reviews for Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    120
    4 star
    17
    3 star
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    2 star
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    Leesa_K · August 2026

    Done

    Our Tour Guide was very knowledgeable, considerate, and very good at storytelling! If you want more reviews, don’t give a character minimum

    via Viator

    N215LLdavidt · July 2026

    Worth it!

    Bryce was an excellent tour guide very informative of the subject matter.

    via Tripadvisor

    Tour20192865518 · July 2026

    Bryce T - very cool guide!

    Bryce T was an awesome tour guide tonight! The mad hatter vibe really pulled it all together for the spooky character. The stories were cheesy but I feel like that's most ghost tours. It's really about the performance put into it, and he def made it enjoyable!

    via Tripadvisor

    Michelle_K · July 2026

    Skip this one

    Our guide seemed under the influence of something. We have been on many tours across the country and this one wasn’t worth it.

    via Viator

    Thomas_T · July 2026

    Ghost tour

    Rain or shine. Still a great and interesting experience saw lots of neat places. Our guide Kenton did a great and entertaining job.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    1 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $26 to $36
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    59
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 64

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)53
    Review evidence (18% weight)82
    Booking momentum (14% weight)79
    Value for money (12% weight)45
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)12
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Richmond.

    How much does Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom cost?

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    Prices start at $26 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Richmond usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom take?

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    Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Richmond is not rushed.

    Is Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 168 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Richmond, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom?

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    Around 59 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Richmond can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Richmond and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Richmond Ghost Tour: Sinister Secrets of Shockoe Bottom start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Richmond within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Richmond?

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    Richmond mixes Civil War and Black history tours with urban whitewater rafting on the James River, Hollywood Cemetery walks, mural rides and brewery crawls. On Outty we rank every Richmond experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include RVATukTuk Sightseeing Tour of Richmond, Richmond Downtown Walking Tour, Church Hill Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Richmond?

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    April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Richmond?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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