A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria

Name: A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria
Brand: Viator
Rating: 5 (258 reviews)

5.0(258)1h 30mEngelskaVirginia

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Alexandria History Tours helps travelers discover historical gems throughout Old Town Alexandria. We highlight fascinating events and stories throughout Alexandria's rich history. Our tours are diligently researched to help visitors learn more and find interesting bits of history on every block. Our guides are local and know the ins and outs of the city. We will help make your experience memorable!

A local historian and Old Town resident is the guide

Vad du kommer att göra

Alexandria Visitors Center
221 King St, Alexandria, United States
We start at the Ramsay House and discuss the origins of Alexandria, Virginia. William Ramsay was a Scottish merchant and good friend of George Washington. He was one of the founders of Alexandria. This first stop contains one of our favorite hidden gems. Hint: It's hiding in plain sight!
10 min
Carlyle House
121 N Fairfax St, , Alexandria, United States
Travelers will discover where the American Revolution was born. No kidding! Twenty years before the Revolutionary War started, events were in motion that would lead to the American colonies declaring independence.
10 minInträde ingår inte
Gadsby's Tavern Museum
134 N Royal St, Alexandria, United States
We will stop outside Gadsby's and talk about its connection to early American presidents. We will also see the famous ice well!
5 minInträde ingår inte
Hollensbury Spite House
523 Queen St, Alexandria, United States
The story of the famous Spite House will be told. We will see the famous house and make sure guests can take pictures!
5 min
Historic Christ Episcopal Church
118 N. Washington St., , Alexandria, United States
Discover where George Washington went to church in Alexandria. You can even sit in his pew.
10 minInträde ingår inte
We will pass by the Athenaeum as we walk down Prince Street and head toward Captain's Row
There is an abundance of fascinating sites along the 200 block of Prince Street. Beautiful homes that have stories dating back to the 18th century.
Captain's Row
100 Prince St, Alexandria, United States
One of Alexandria's classic cobblestone streets. Fun and fascinating history to include one of Alexandria's largest fires. We will discuss why it is called Captain's Row. This will be the last stop on the tour and we will take pictures and be close to great restaurants!
5 min