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Ever wanted to go to Italy and ride in a gondola? Well, if you can’t afford that trip of a lifetime just yet why not check out the River District Canal Cruises in Richmond? The cruise goes along the canal walk for forty minutes. While it might not be as romantic as Italy, it is something new and different to do in Richmond that is fun for couples and the family.
About the route from the River District Canal Cruises website:
Join Richmond Canal Cruises for an informative 40-minute historically narrated tour or private charter of the James River and Kanawha Canal along Richmond’s Historic Canal Walk in one of our covered boats, which accommodates up to 38 passengers and departs on the hour from the Turning Basin, between 14thand Dock streets on Virginia Street. Richmond’s canal system first started in 1789 after George Washington lobbied the General Assembly to proceed with his vision of a canal and turnpike system that would connect the harbors of the east to the trade and market opportunities west, all the way to the Rocky Mountains.
The canal rides are only $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and children 5-12, and children under 4 get the tour for free. From June 10th until August 31st the hours for tours are Wednesday thru Saturday noon to 7pm and Sunday noon until 5pm. Take a ride on the Canal and feel the breeze of the water.
For more information on the canal walk, tours, and directions visit the River District Canal Cruises website.
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