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Riverfront Canal Cruises 40-minute, historically narrated tours and private charters of the James River and Kanawha Canal.

Riverfront Canal Cruises offers 40-minute, historically narrated boat tours and private charters that travel along the James River, Kanawha Canal and Downtown Richmond’s historic Canal Walk. Find more information and book now at riverfrontcanalcruises.com

We are loving these crisp fall days 🧑🍁 πŸ• Tour Hours: Monday- Saturday: Noon-6 PM | Sunday: Noon-5 PM🎟️ Adults: $15, Chil...
10/22/2026

We are loving these crisp fall days 🧑🍁

πŸ• Tour Hours: Monday- Saturday: Noon-6 PM | Sunday: Noon-5 PM
🎟️ Adults: $15, Children (5-12) & Seniors (65+): $8, Kids under 4 are free! *Please note: Tickets purchased online will include a service provider booking fee
ℹ️ For more information and tickets, visit riverfrontcanalcruises.comπŸ”—

Leaves are falling, autumn is calling πŸ‚πŸ• Tour Hours: Monday- Saturday: Noon-6 PM | Sunday: Noon-5 PM🎟️ Adults: $15, Chil...
10/18/2026

Leaves are falling, autumn is calling πŸ‚

πŸ• Tour Hours: Monday- Saturday: Noon-6 PM | Sunday: Noon-5 PM
🎟️ Adults: $15, Children (5-12) & Seniors (65+): $8, Kids under 4 are free! *Please note: Tickets purchased online will include a service provider booking fee
ℹ️ For more information and tickets, visit riverfrontcanalcruises.com πŸ”—

Have a celebration coming up this fall? Make it an unforgettable event by chartering a private cruise on one of our cana...
10/16/2026

Have a celebration coming up this fall? Make it an unforgettable event by chartering a private cruise on one of our canal boats! πŸ›₯️

Our private Canal Cruise charters offer one- to two-hour (or longer) customizable boat tours for groups and celebrations, with options for narrated or music-filled experiences, space for refreshments or catered meals, and flexible scheduling with at least two weeks' reservation.

They are a perfect and unique choice for celebrations, family gatherings, work retreats, church outings, and more! Check out our website for more details! riverfrontcanalcruises.comπŸ”—

Have you heard? Eerie Canal Cruises are back! πŸ‘» This Halloween weekend, Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 1, you an...
10/13/2026

Have you heard? Eerie Canal Cruises are back! πŸ‘» This Halloween weekend, Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 1, you and your family are invited on a spooky, spirited adventure solving a Canal Walk mystery! πŸ•·οΈ

These canal walls hold many years of history and stories with reports of strange and monstrous occurrences along Richmond's riverfront. These reports can only mean one thing... Mural Monsters! 😱

Venture down the canal and use colorful clues to identify the monsters as chilling surprises await. Can you solve the case before time runs out?

Join us.... if you dare. πŸ˜› 🫣

Little ghouls and ghosts in attendance will receive a special candy treat! 🍬

The Eerie Canal Tour is best suited for kids aged 4 and over. Boats depart from the Canal Walk’s Turning Basin at 139 Virginia Street.

πŸ“… Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 1
Special 20-minute tours leave every half hour (on the hour and half hour)
πŸ• 5:00-9:00 p.m., with the last boat departing at 8:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Canal Walk's Turning Basin - 139 Virginia Street
ℹ️ For more information and tickets, visit our website linked in the comments below!

Eerie Canal Cruises are back! πŸ‘» This Halloween weekend, Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 1, you and your family ar...
10/13/2026

Eerie Canal Cruises are back! πŸ‘» This Halloween weekend, Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 1, you and your family are invited on a spooky, spirited adventure solving a Canal Walk mystery! πŸ•·οΈ

These canal walls hold many years of history and stories with reports of strange and monstrous occurrences along Richmond's riverfront. These reports can only mean one thing... Mural Monsters! 😱

Venture down the canal and use colorful clues to identify the monsters as chilling surprises await. Can you solve the case before time runs out?

Join us.... if you dare. πŸ˜› 🫣

Little ghouls and ghosts in attendance will receive a special candy treat! 🍬

The Eerie Canal Tour is best suited for kids aged 4 and over. Boats depart from the Canal Walk’s Turning Basin at 139 Virginia Street.

πŸ“… Friday, October 30 to Sunday November 1
Special 20-minute tours leave every half hour (on the hour and half hour)
πŸ• 5:00-9:00 p.m., with the last boat departing at 8:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Canal Walk's Turning Basin - 139 Virginia Street
ℹ️ For more information and tickets, visit our website linked in the comments below! ‡️

The Eerie Canal Tours feature haunting tales of Richmond’s past as passengers travel down the historic Kanawha Canal, drifting through the spooky sights and sounds of Richmond’s oldest and most historically haunted districts.

Before (or after!) you dive into the music at the Richmond Folk Festival, hop aboard a Riverfront Canal Cruise and see R...
10/10/2026

Before (or after!) you dive into the music at the Richmond Folk Festival, hop aboard a Riverfront Canal Cruise and see RVA from a whole new angle πŸ™οΈ

Perfect for locals, visitors, and families alike! Get walk-up tickets at our kiosk!
πŸ“139 Virginia Street | Canal Walk Turning Basin

πŸ• Tour Hours: Monday- Saturday: Noon-6 PM | Sunday: Noon-5 PM
🎟️ Adults: $15, Children (5-12) & Seniors (65+): $8, Kids under 4 are free! *Please note: Tickets purchased online will include a service provider booking fee
ℹ️ For more information and tickets, visit riverfrontcanalcruises.com πŸ”—

Richmond Folk Festival Weekend is here! Kick off your weekend with a scenic Riverfront Canal Cruise before heading over ...
10/09/2026

Richmond Folk Festival Weekend is here! Kick off your weekend with a scenic Riverfront Canal Cruise before heading over to the fest! βš“ 🎻

πŸ•’ Cruises run from noon until 6 PM β€” find us on the Canal Walk's Turning Basin at 139 Virginia Street! Walk-up tickets available! 🎟️

πŸ“² Find more information at riverfrontcanalcrusies.com! πŸ”—

One more day until the weekend! You know where we'll be πŸ›₯️ πŸ• October Tours: Monday-Saturday: Noon-6 PM | Sunday: Noon-5 ...
10/08/2026

One more day until the weekend! You know where we'll be πŸ›₯️

πŸ• October Tours: Monday-Saturday: Noon-6 PM | Sunday: Noon-5 PM
🎟️ Adults: $15, Children (5-12) & Seniors (65+): $8, Kids under 4 are free! *Please note: Tickets purchased online will include a service provider booking fee
ℹ️ For more information and tickets, visit riverfrontcanalcruises.com πŸ”—

One of the best parts of Riverfront Canal Cruises is the variety of restaurants within walking distance in Shockoe Slip ...
10/05/2026

One of the best parts of Riverfront Canal Cruises is the variety of restaurants within walking distance in Shockoe Slip and Shockoe Bottom! πŸ•πŸ₯—πŸΊπŸ©

Just a few of our favorites:
Southern Railway Taphouse
Casa del Barco
Smokestack Pizza at Padel Plant
Whisk
LuLu's
Addis Ethiopian Restaurantt
Rosie Connollys Pub
Havana '59

Do you have a favorite Shockoe Slip or Shockoe Bottom restaurant or bar? Tag them in the comments! ⬇️

πŸ• October Tours: Monday-Saturday: Noon-6 PM | Sunday: Noon-5 PM
🎟️ Adults: $15, Children (5-12) & Seniors (65+): $8, Kids under 4 are free! *Please note: Tickets purchased online will include a service provider booking fee
ℹ️ For more information and tickets, visit riverfrontcanalcruises.com πŸ”—

New month, new hours! 🍁 πŸ• October Tours:Monday-Saturday: Noon-6 PMSunday: Noon-5 PM🎟️ Adults: $15, Children (5-12) & Sen...
10/01/2026

New month, new hours! 🍁

πŸ• October Tours:
Monday-Saturday: Noon-6 PM
Sunday: Noon-5 PM

🎟️ Adults: $15, Children (5-12) & Seniors (65+): $8, Kids under 4 are free! *Please note: Tickets purchased online will include a service provider booking fee
πŸ—ΊοΈ Tours depart on the hour from the canal's Turning Basin at 139 Virginia Street, in Downtown Richmond
ℹ️ For more information and tickets, visit riverfrontcanalcruises.com πŸ”—

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139 Virginia Street
Richmond, VA
23219

Opening Hours

Thursday 12pm - 7pm
Friday 12pm - 7pm
Saturday 12pm - 7pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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