A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria

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Discover Alexandria 1.5 Hours

2 Adults x $30.00

$60.00

Approx Total

$60.00

Walking Tour 1.5 Hours

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
A local historian and Old Town resident is the guide

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!

Meeting points

Meet at the Visitors Center in the heart of Old Town.

End point

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We end at the iconic cobblestone street on Captain's Row.

Itinerary

Alexandria Visitors Center

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 minutes
Carlyle House

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 minutes
Gadsby's Tavern Museum

We will stop outside Gadsby's and talk about its connection to early American presidents. We will also see the famous ice well!

5 minutes
Hollensbury Spite House

The story of the famous Spite House will be told. We will see the famous house and make sure guests can take pictures!

5 minutes
Alexandria's Christ Church

Discover where George Washington went to church in Alexandria. You can even sit in his pew.

10 minutes
N/A (Pass By)

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

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 minutes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

February 06100% refund

February 07No refund

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Grateful we did it!

Published on Feb, 2025

This was a wonderful tour of Old Town's history, especially during the revolutionary era. Our tour guide, Tim, was knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging. I would recommend the experience to both visitors and locals!

Great Old Town Alexandria Tour

Published on Jan, 2025

Tim, business owner, served as our guide. Very personable and very knowledgeable. A well spent 90 minutes. Learn a lot and was most enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour. Bruce and Diane

Historic walkabout with Tim, top notch!

Published on Jan, 2025

The walk with Tim was so very insightful and fun. He gave many insights into history and shared many background stories. It was a fun hike around this lovey small cute town.

Tour guide knowledge unsurpassed

Published on Jan, 2025

Tim was an incredible tour guide. Very pleasant and knowledge of Alexandria and its people was unsurpassed. He provided so much detail, and I felt we could stop at every corner to tap his knowledge. I learned about early revolutionary war sites, the people who came to or were from Alexandria (Elmer, Washington, Fairfax, Lee, etc.), and saw sites from the beginning of Alexandria. If you have time, would recommend the tour - 2 hrs was a perfect amount of time.

Great Alexandria insights all-around!

Published on Jan, 2025

Tim really knows his stuff, not just about revolutionary Alexandria history, but the entirety of the city and region in general as well as extensive knowledge about all time periods, from the 18th century to present! Highly recommend Tim for tours of all shapes/sizes!

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