No expiration date
Easy refund
Free exchange
Easy booking
A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria
Virginia, USA
$30.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
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!
—
Discover Alexandria 1.5 Hours
Walking Tour 1.5 Hours
Walking Tour 1.5 Hours
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- A local historian and Old Town resident is the guide
Meeting point
Meet at the Visitors Center in the heart of Old Town.
Return details
We end at the iconic cobblestone street on Captain's Row.
-
Alexandria Visitors CenterWe 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!
-
Carlyle HouseTravelers 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.
-
Gadsby's Tavern MuseumWe will stop outside Gadsby's and talk about its connection to early American presidents. We will also see the famous ice well!
-
Hollensbury Spite HouseThe story of the famous Spite House will be told. We will see the famous house and make sure guests can take pictures!
-
Alexandria's Christ ChurchDiscover where George Washington went to church in Alexandria. You can even sit in his pew.
- 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. (pass by)
-
Captain's RowOne 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!
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria
Virginia, USA
$30.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!