Offbeat History Tour of Richmond on a bus
Overview
If you think history is boring, this tour is here to prove you wrong. Offbeat History takes you on a lively, 90-minute journey through the city’s most offbeat and entertaining stories—the kind that surprise you, make you laugh, and leave you saying, “Wait… that really happened?”
With a guide who knows how to bring the fun, this tour dives into the odd characters, strange moments, and head-scratching facts that make Richmond anything but ordinary. You won’t hear about battlefield strategies or memorized dates—just unforgettable stories, unexpected twists, and a whole lot of laughs.
What's Included
- Our comfortable and climate-controlled bus has wide windows, ideal for sightseeing!
- Alcoholic beverages You may bring your own beverages on board, or purchase cans from the meeting point. All beverages brought on board must be sealed until you board the bus!
- Gratuities for your guide and driver are appreciated for a job well done!
Meeting Location
212 West 6th Street
Richmond, VA 23224, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-9896P8
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Our comfortable and climate-controlled bus has wide windows, ideal for sightseeing!.
- Alcoholic beverages. You may bring your own beverages on board, or purchase cans from the meeting point. All beverages brought on board must be sealed until you board the bus!.
- Gratuities for your guide and driver are appreciated for a job well done!.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Offbeat History Tour of Richmond on a bus is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Offbeat History Tour of Richmond on a bus will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Our comfortable and climate-controlled bus has wide windows, ideal for sightseeing!
- Alcoholic beveragesYou may bring your own beverages on board, or purchase cans from the meeting point. All beverages brought on board must be sealed until you board the bus!
- Gratuities for your guide and driver are appreciated for a job well done!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Operated by a business
