Richmond Historical Canal Cruise and Tour

Take a cruise through the Richmond Canal, feel the history and culture of the canal, and enjoy the natural beauty and city skyline on both sides of the canal. Stroll along the canal trail and enjoy a quiet leisure time. The trail connects multiple city landmarks and is an excellent way to explore the city. As the political center of Virginia, the Capitol has important historical and political significance. The building itself is a model of neoclassical architecture and has extremely high artistic value. Maymond Manor is a historic mansion that showcases wealthy life in the late 19th century. The manor is surrounded by a beautiful park with rich flora and fauna and landscape design.

Meeting Point

610 F St NW

610 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA

08:00AM Departure Washington D.C. (Shakespeare Theatre)；

7787 Leesburg Pike

7787 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043, USA

07:30Departure Virginia: Dental Office；7787 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043

What's included:

• Professional vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
• Professional Driver and Guide (or Driver-Guide) .

Not included:

• Any personal expenses that are not listed in the fees included.
• Food and beverages.
• Riverfront Canal Cruises in Richmond Adult：$15.00； Senior (65+)：$8.00； Child (5-12)：$8.00；
• Maymont Adult：$8.00； Senior (65+)：$6.00； Child (3-16)：$6.00；

What to expect:

Duration: between 7 hours and 9 hours

Washington DC

Washington DC, District of Columbia

Today we will set off for Richmond, the capital of Virginia, to unlock its vivid historical stories. In 1607, the British settled in Richmond. The houses, churches, cemeteries and battlefields here are well preserved and are an important part of Richmond today. We will visit the Virginia State Capitol, the oldest legislative assembly in the United States, freely explore the ancient Maymont, and enjoy the quiet time beside the Richmond Canal.
Itinerary：
Washington, D.C. → Virginia State Capitol (75 mins) → Richmond Canal Cruise (Optional, 40 mins) → Riverfront Canal Walk (60 mins, lunch time included) → Maymont (90 mins, you can take the audio tour at your own expense) → Washington, D.C.

Pass by without stopping

Virginia State Capitol

1000 Bank St, Richmond, 23219-3673, Virginia

Designed by Thomas Jefferson, the State Capitol houses America’s oldest legislative assembly. In February 1862 Confederate President Jefferson Davis was inaugurated on the grounds of Capitol Square. A statue of Robert E. Lee and busts of Confederate heroes Stonewall Jackson, J.E.B. Stuart, Joseph E. Johnston, and Fitzhugh Lee, among others, are located here.

1 hour, 15 minutes

Riverfront Canal Cruises

139 Virginia St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA

Richmond Canal Cruise (Optional, 40 mins)

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Canal Walk

1512 Canal Walk, Richmond, VA 23219, USA

Riverfront Canal Walk (60 mins, lunch time included)
Richmond's Canal Walk meanders 1.25 miles through downtown Richmond along the banks of the Haxall Canal and the James River & Kanawha Canal. Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, the Canal Walk (Brown's Island itself is open from sunrise to sunset except in the case of a special event) may be accessed at 5th, 7th, Virginia, 14th, 15th, and 17th Streets. The Canal Walk presents four centuries of Richmond’s history interpreted through medallions, monuments and exhibits along the Canal Walk and Brown’s Island.

1 hour

Maymont

1700 Hampton St, , Richmond, 23220-6899, Virginia

Maymont (90 mins, you can take the audio tour at your own expense)
Maymont is a well-preserved, 100-acre historic estate overlooking the James River that was given to the public by James and Sallie Dooley, who lived there from 1893 to 1925. Today, Maymont is a welcoming community gathering place, with many unique experiences for all to enjoy, including the historic Maymont Mansion, The Robins Nature Center, an arboretum, formal gardens, and habitats for native Virginia wildlife and farm animals. Consistently ranked one of Central Virginia’s top attractions by travelers and locals alike, Maymont serves over 700,000 guests annually.

1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Washington DC

Washington DC, District of Columbia

The remaining (Hours) will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.

4 hours