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.
6 N Laurel Street, Richmond, United States
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.
900 Park Ave, Richmond, United States
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.
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.
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.
trikingly 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.
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.
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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