Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Richmond's role as the Capitol of the Confederacy during the Civil War brought more than just legislators to the city's doorstep. The many battles that occurred across the state and beyond resulted in a vast number of prisoners and wounded soldiers that needed a place to go. Many of these individuals found themselves in Richmond, particularly the Shockoe Bottom neighborhood where this tour takes place.
This tour will take you to some of the notable sites in the neighborhood, and will also share with you the stories of some of the people with connections to these buildings.
Additional Info
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 poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Farmer's Market
The Farmer's Market is one part of Richmond's oldest neighborhood, Shockoe Bottom, that was home to numerous sites of several Civil War era hospitals and prisons (some still standing, others lost to the past). This tour will share with you how these prisons and hospitals came to be, and what happened to those buildings during and after the war. Also learn about the overwhelming influx of soldiers and prisoners that found their way to Richmond during this tumultuous chapter of American history.
Options
Uncivil Wards History Tour
What‘s Included
Professional Tour Guide
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our 3rd Tour with RVA HH! And more to come!
KimR213,Oct 7, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are a group of local friends who have embarked on taking tours and seeing the sites in and around RVA. This is the 3rd tour we've down with Hidden History. We've done Rail & Sails, a Haunted History tour and just did Richmond's Revolutionary Spirit. We largely thought we knew our stuff locally but we have learned a lot on each tour. We'll be back soon to do Uncivil Wards and more haunted tours. And they have more tours in the making so we'll be seeing them for years to come. Super nice people to work with. Thanks Chris & Beth!
Excellent and informative tour
Libbymcnamee,Jan 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour guide full of enthusiasm and interesting facts! Wonderful stops along the way. Highly recommend!
Rails and Sails
Julie H,Sep 22, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on the Rails and Sails Tour and had a fantastic tour. Chris and Beth were great to work with in planning our private tour. They were so knowledgeable about the city of Richmond and answered all of our many questions as well.
Related Experiences
Operated by RVA Hidden History Storytellers