Creepy Tales on Campus Ghost Tour

5.0 (10 reviews) Richmond, USA
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Duration1h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

Beneath the opulent veneers of Richmond's gilded age architecture and the day-to-day life of academia, bubble tales of chilling haunts, macabre murders, and bizarre paranormal activity. Join us for a spooky stroll around the Monroe Park campus as we explore stories that are often left out of your typical college brochures. Cloaked in the shadows of the beautiful and historic neighborhood, this tour includes the following spirited tales:

The grim history of Monroe Park that lies hidden under the well-tended landscape of today, a hospital-turned-student dorm that still houses the spirits of long-departed patients, the ghosts of a landmark theater, and more...

Your Guide will share with you the history of the neighborhood, and how it relates to the tales of the mysterious and tragic things that have led to numerous reports of paranormal activity along the tour route.

What's included

  • Professional Guide
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Altria Theater
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Pause outside the Altria Theater, an ornate Richmond landmark originally opened in 1927 as the Mosque. Your guide will discuss its unusual architecture, colorful entertainment history, and the eerie stories associated with generations of performers, employees, and visitors. This is an exterior stop; the tour does not enter the theater.
  2. VCU - Compass Plaza
    15m
    At the heart of the VCU campus are dark history tales that hide amidst the modern academic architecture. Hear about how this space has changed over the years and what happened here in days gone by.
  3. 10m
    Pause outside the Scott House, a grand Beaux-Arts mansion completed in 1911 and inspired by the architecture of France. Your guide will share stories from the property’s past, including a sinister local legend and reports of unexplained activity within and around the house. This is an exterior stop; the tour does not enter the building.
  4. 15m
    Pause outside Ginter House, the elaborate former home of Richmond businessman and philanthropist Lewis Ginter. Your guide will trace the building’s transformation from private residence to library and university landmark, along with reports of unexplained activity associated with the property. This is an exterior stop; the tour does not enter the building.
  5. 10m · Admission ticket not included
    Pause outside the VCU Honors College, a residence and academic building with a strikingly modern appearance and a surprisingly unsettling reputation. Your guide will share stories of tragedy, unexplained disturbances, and reported activity that once troubled students and staff. This is an exterior stop; the tour does not enter the building.
  6. 20m
    Begin in Monroe Park, Richmond’s oldest municipal park and the landmark that gives VCU’s surrounding campus its name. Your guide will explore chapters from the park’s long and sometimes troubled history, including unsettling events, local legends, and stories of unexplained encounters. This is an outdoor public space.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Look for the guide in front of 821 Cafe at the corner of West Cary Street and South Cherry Street. They will be waiting for you wearing clothing with a Haunts of Richmond logo.

End point

Look for the guide in front of 821 Cafe at the corner of West Cary Street and South Cherry Street. They will be waiting for you wearing clothing with a Haunts of Richmond logo.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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