Explore Hollywood Cemetery on a 2-Hour Segway Tour
Ride a Segway through Hollywood Cemetery’s Civil War and Richmond history
Duration
2 hours
Highlights
Glide through Hollywood Cemetery on a 2-hour Segway PT tour and hear stories of presidents, governors, and other notable figures. Learn how the cemetery connects to Richmond’s past, including Civil War history and the origins of Memorial Day.
- Ride a Segway PT through Hollywood Cemetery
- Hear stories of two U.S. presidents buried here
- Discover tales of duels, scandals, and prominent Richmond families
- Learn about Civil War figures like J.E.B. Stuart and George Pickett
- Explore how the cemetery helped shape Memorial Day
Things to know
Ages 14+ only. Plan to arrive 15 minutes early.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
FAQs
Bring a refillable water bottle. A water station is available to fill up before the tour, and some plastic water bottles may also be available.
Arrive 15 minutes early.
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Meeting details
Hollywood Cemetery
More about Hollywood Cemetery
Hollywood Cemetery sits on a rolling hillside above the James River in Richmond, Virginia, and it is one of the most storied burial grounds in the American South. Founded in 1847 and named for the holly trees that dot its grounds, Hollywood Cemetery is the final resting place of two United States presidents, James Monroe and John Tyler, along with Confederate President Jefferson Davis, thousands of Confederate soldiers, and generations of Richmond's most prominent families. Gliding through Hollywood Cemetery on a Segway lets you cover its winding lanes and shaded ridges at an easy pace, taking in sweeping river views and Gothic Revival monuments that would take hours to explore on foot.
The two-hour Segway tour weaves past the towering Confederate Pyramid, a ninety-foot granite memorial built in 1869, and pauses at the iron dog statue that has watched over a child's grave for more than a century. You will roll beneath canopies of magnolia and oak, glide past the elaborate cast-iron tomb of President Monroe known locally as the Birdcage, and catch glimpses of the James River rapids tumbling far below the bluffs. Your guide shares stories of the Civil War dead, the artists and statesmen buried here, and the quiet legends that have grown up around Hollywood Cemetery's most photographed corners. Compared with a walking visit, the Segway covers far more ground while keeping the contemplative hush these grounds deserve.
This experience suits history buffs, photography lovers, and curious travelers who want a deeper look at Richmond beyond its downtown streets. Couples on a weekend getaway, solo explorers, and small groups of friends will all find Hollywood Cemetery a memorable stop, and the Segway format makes it approachable for anyone comfortable with a short training session at the start. If you are drawn to Southern history, beautiful funerary art, or simply quiet places with a strong sense of story, a Segway tour through Hollywood Cemetery is an unforgettable way to spend an afternoon in Richmond.
