Discover Richmond’s oldest neighborhood on the Shadows of Shockoe Ghost Tour, a 90-minute nighttime walk blending history and haunted tales. Hear chilling stories while exploring iconic haunted sites like The Old Stone House and Civil War hospitals.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most visitors able to walk ¾ mile on city sidewalks with occasional uneven footing.
Wildlife
History
Shockoe Bottom was Richmond's original commercial district with deep ties to the Civil War and slave trade history.
Conservation
The tour promotes respect for local landmarks and encourages low-impact urban tourism to preserve historic sites.
Haunts of Richmond
Discover Richmond’s oldest neighborhood on the Shadows of Shockoe Ghost Tour, a 90-minute nighttime walk blending history and haunted tales. Hear chilling stories while exploring iconic haunted sites like The Old Stone House and Civil War hospitals.
Haunts of Richmond is a Richmond, Virginia-based tour provider that presents a range of haunted history experiences across the city’s historic neighborhoods. The company offers guided walking tours, a themed haunted dinner at Patrick Henry's Pub & Grille, and a Spirits & Spirits bar crawl in Carytown. Tours visit areas such as Shockoe Bottom, Court End, Church Hill, Franklin Street, Capitol Hill, and other notable Richmond locations.
Many walking tours run approximately 75–90 minutes, with specific listings noting 75-minute and 90-minute durations depending on the route. Several experiences are described as guided by a Ghost Host or knowledgeable guides, and the series includes a special Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour with Author Paul Hope. The haunted dinner event at Patrick Henry's Pub & Grille features an entrée, dessert, and non-alcoholic beverages paired with storytelling.
Haunts of Richmond emphasizes a blend of historical context and supernatural storytelling, presenting tragic events, paranormal accounts, and local lore tied to preserved sites like the John Marshall House, The Jefferson Hotel, and other turn-of-the-century landmarks. The variety of formats — walking tours, evening dinner event, and a bar crawl — provides multiple ways for visitors and locals to explore Richmond’s haunted history. All descriptions and offerings are presented in third person based on available public summaries of the company’s trips and experiences.
Tours Offered
11 tours
Walking tours, dinner, and a bar crawl
Typical Length
75–90 min
Most walking tours fall in this range
Guided Tours
Guided
Narrated by knowledgeable guides
Location
Richmond, VA
Historic neighborhoods across Richmond
Choose a tour, pick a date, and join a guided ghost walk, haunted dinner, or Carytown bar crawl — book your Haunts of Richmond experience today.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour covers ¾ miles on uneven sidewalks, so sturdy, comfortable footwear is essential.
Bring a flashlight
Low-light conditions enhance the atmosphere but a flashlight helps navigate safely along the route.
Dress for weather
Tours run rain or shine except in extreme weather—layer up and bring rain gear if necessary.
Leash your dog
Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and managed to avoid disturbing other guests.
Comfortable walking shoes
To safely navigate historic sidewalks and uneven surfaces during the tour.
Flashlight or headlamp
Useful for visibility along dimly lit streets and enhancing your experience.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Layered clothing to stay comfortable during cool spring evenings.
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Rain jacket or poncho
To stay dry if unexpected showers occur during fall tours.
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