Haunts of Richmond Ghost Tours
Ghost tour · Richmond · Virginia
Billed as Richmond's original ghost tour company since 2004, running six walking tours at $27 a head through Shockoe Bottom, Church Hill and Capitol Square. The Shadows of Shockoe tour covers about three-quarters of a mile in 90 minutes.
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Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: October 31–November 4
Color builds from October 18 · mostly bare by November 25
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Haunts of Richmond Ghost Tours’s own coordinates and elevation (13 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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FarmColor nearby peaks October 31
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Frequently asked
- When does Haunts of Richmond Ghost Tours peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 31–November 4 (best estimate November 2). Color starts around October 18 and is mostly bare by November 25.
- What is Haunts of Richmond Ghost Tours best for?
- Visitors who want Richmond history with the lights off.
- How do I get to Haunts of Richmond Ghost Tours?
- Haunts of Richmond Ghost Tours is in Richmond. The closest city is Richmond, about 1 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Virginia's fall lineup.
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