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Walking Tour The American Revolution and Alexandria

This is the only tour in Old Town Alexandria that focuses on the Revolutionary War. We will show some of the most important (yet not well known) locations that led to the American Revolution. On this tour you will discover Alexandria's connection to the the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Bill of Rights. We will visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution. Get ready to walk in the churchyard where George Washington publicly declared he would take up arms to fight for the American colonies. We will explore the historic homes and businesses of famous Revolutionary War veterans. Plus we will show you where the Marquis de Lafayette addressed the citizens of Alexandria! Along the way, we will point out places of interest and show you Alexandria's hidden gems. Ask questions and experience Old Town Alexandria through one of the most fun tours in the D.C. area!

Walking Tour The American Revolution and Alexandria

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Phantoms of the Potomac: Old Town Alexandria Ghost Tour

Phantoms of the Potomac: Old Town Alexandria Ghost Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Self Guided Walking Tour in Old Town Historic Alexandria

Explore Old Town Alexandria at your pace, anytime. See the sites George Washington frequented, including his house. Walk along the cobblestone streets. Learn about the history, civil war, and people. Walk down picturesque alleys. And all in an hour! From museums and libraries to historic landmarks, alleyways, cobblestones streets and a very famous restaurant, we’re about to take a stroll through the days of yore! Why choose this tour? This is a smart phone guided tour that uses GPS to play as you walk. It's like a person, but better. Go anytime at your own pace The tour is professionally produced with narration and music See the main sites and hear their stories, just like other tours, only at your pace.

Self Guided Walking Tour in Old Town Historic Alexandria

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Old Town Alexandria (Entry to Gadsby's Tavern & Christ Church)

Discover the charm and history of Old Town Alexandria, one of the nation’s most beautifully preserved colonial cities just outside Washington, DC. Step inside the legendary Gadsby's Tavern - once the social hub of colonial Alexandria - where George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams dined, danced, and debated. Stroll along cobblestone streets lined with 18th-century architecture as your expert local guide brings centuries of American history vividly to life. Explore Christ Church (Interior Visit When Open) - originally built in 1773 - whenever services or private events are not in session. From George Washington’s favorite tavern to a church that’s hosted presidents, patriots, and even royalty, this walking tour takes you beyond the monuments and into the real stories that helped shape a nation.

Old Town Alexandria (Entry to Gadsby's Tavern & Christ Church)

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Freedom's Fight in Alexandria

Freedom's Fight in Alexandria

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Walking Tour of Still's Underground Railroad in Alexandria

Embark on an enthralling 90-minute guided stroll along the vibrant downtown King Street corridor, breathing life into the pages of "The Underground Railroad" by abolitionist pioneer William Still. Step into the shoes of fugitive slaves who defied the odds, as our tour unveils the very sites where their brave stories unfolded. Join us in unraveling the intricate tapestry of their journeys, delving into the operation of the Underground Railroad in Alexandria. Experience history come alive, where the past whispers secrets of courage and triumph, all against the backdrop of a city that holds the echoes of freedom's unyielding spirit.

Walking Tour of Still's Underground Railroad in Alexandria

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Southern Comfort Food & History Tour of Old Town Alexandria

Southern Comfort Food & History Tour of Old Town Alexandria

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Alexandria Market Square

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Know before you go

In Old Town, you’ll find kiosks to help with navigation located at designated intersections along King Street, Cameron Street, and the waterfront.
The market is wheelchair accessible.
Pets are not permitted in Market Square during the farmers market.

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