Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
Today it is the cornerstone of the Virginia Commonwealth University Monroe Park campus. Over the last couple of centuries this space has seen many uses, including as a parade ground and a Confederate military hospital. It harbors tales of murders and curses that hide under the leisure activities that take place in the modern day. You will also hear tales from some of the surrounding dormitories that overlook the park.
Hear haunting tales about the one time home of a Richmond industrial great, now the Office of the Provost for Virginia Commonwealth University.
Options
Creepy Tales on Campus Ghost Tour
What‘s Included
Professional Guide
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great!
brwubs,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valerie is awesome! Very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the content. I've done several tours with HoR and I've enjoyed them all!
A creeptastic time!
Extraordinary1792,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family just went on the VCU tour with Valerie and had a great time! Valerie is an excellent storyteller and was enthusiastic about her subject. I'll never see the campus in the same way again!
A good, spooky experience
ashleybZ1035WW,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had so much fun on the campus ghost tour. It was interesting to hear stories about the spirits of people who once lived in the area before VCU bought up the properties. Valerie, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable about the stories. Plus, she has charisma and a sense of humor that kept me engaged. I recommend booking a tour in October, but I think you'll have fun anytime of the year.
I really enjoyed it
B5722CVpams,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I enjoyed hearing all the different stories of the history and the girl did a very good job and keeping everybody interested
Creepy Tales on Campus 10/10
672skrm,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valerie was very informative and entertaining. She made the tour very interesting. Her story telling was captivating.
Spooky VCU stories!
Paradise12975264005,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time, fun stories with a nice walk around Richmond. Valerie was great and made things fun! Totally recommend!!!!!
Fun night
856jacquelynm,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valerie did a great job with our tour. We heard new tales that we hadn’t heard before. We enjoyed it! We will be back for another tour!
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