Top Williamsburg Private Sightseeing Tours

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We'll stop for a photo in front of the magnificent Governor's Palace.

Let's go back in time together! Join your licensed guide on this fun, engaging walking tour of Colonial Williamsburg. See the major historic sights, learn how our democracy began, and walk in the footsteps of our Founding Fathers – and maybe bump into them! Discover the special places only a local knows, like delightful gardens, where they hide the sheep, and favorite spots for 18th-century cookies. Starting at The Williamsburg Inn, you'll view the Capitol, stroll by trades and shops, and see horse-drawn carriages on your way to the Governor’s Palace. Our walk ends close to Merchants Square where you can shop or grab a bite. Our guests are saying: “We rank Cyndi in the top 2% of professional guides we’ve experienced.” “She knows her history and shows a lot of enthusiasm for it.” “She was a pleasure to be with.” - She has had the honor of being ranked nationally in the Top 10% of guides in the country. - This tour can be customized to your interests to make the most of your time here.

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Exclusive Private Colonial Williamsburg Walking Tour by a Local

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $95

Enjoy a time-saving way to discover the best of Colonial Williamsburg—and learn the stories behind the sights—on this private walking tour. Pick from a range of convenient start times, meet your guide in Merchants Square, and set off on foot. You’ll see highlights like the Governor’s Palace and Capitol, will stroll along the history-saturated West Duke of Gloucester Street, and will visit the adjacent College of William & Mary.

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2-Hour Private Guided The best of Williamsburg Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $278

Price varies by group size

Travel back in time more than 300 years—and learn all about Williamsburg’s wealth of history—on this flexible, self-led smartphone tour. Upon booking, download the app; after arriving at Colonial Williamsburg (tickets own expense) set off at your own pace. Thanks to the app’s offline capabilities and GPS maps, you can navigate with ease as you discover the park’s top landmarks and hear the stories behind the sights.

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Colonial Williamsburg Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $15

Exclusive, private tour (only your family/friends) of the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown (ARMY), some of the Yorktown Battlefields (Surrender Field), the federal museum (National Park Service with General Washington's original tent from the Battle at Yorktown in October 1781), Victory monument, and alleged cave where Cornwallis retreated. This is the only private tour with a private guide at all stops. This is NOT a group bus or group shuttle tour. This tour includes an in depth learning experience about the siege of Yorktown that lasted several weeks and explores the surrendering of arms on October 19, 1781 including Surrender Field. The afternoon tour at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown includes the canon firing at 3:00pm (weather dependent from March 1st-November 30th). We spend about 3 hours touring and about an hour driving which makes this a 4 hour tour. If we meet in Yorktown, then the tour is about 3 hours, slightly longer if anyone shops at the museums.

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Private Tour of Yorktown Museum, Battlefields & Historic Area

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $250

Replica of the original ship that sailed to Jamestown in 1607

Private guided tour of the Jamestown Settlement. This exclusive tour (only your family/group) includes an in-depth learning experience about the beginning of our oldest, permanent English colony that begins with exploring replicas of the ships that arrived in 1607, the re-created Paspahegh town, the James Fort reflecting the outpost in 1610-1614 and the museum with spectacular artifacts, replicas of 17th Century homes and more. There is an option (for a fee) to tour Historic Jamestowne, actual site of the Jamestown Fort, including the NPS Visitor Center, views of the James River, Fort and Tercentennial Monument that stands 104 feet tall. The monument was installed in 1907 commemorating the 300th anniversary of the Jamestown Colony. This trip may be customized for handicapped patrons as the state park includes free scooters first come, first serve. For NPS option, wheelchairs are available with notice to guide. Estimated time 3-4 hours. NOTE:SPANISH SPEAKING GUIDES AVAILABLE WITH NOTICE

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Exclusive Private Tour of the Jamestown Settlement

3 hours to 3 hours 40 minutesFree Cancellation

from $195

*FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY-AGES 17 +* During this one-hour walking tour, hear the darker side of 18th-Century Williamsburg. Stories of murder, mayhem, and scandal--those things talked about in taverns, back alleys, and the courts--straight from the town's citizens. Each tour will be different and the stories are a-plenty. Due to the sensitive nature of the subjects and the salty language of the time, this tour is recommended for mature audiences 17 and older. Please note, that since every tour is different, the routes advertised may also differ. Please note: Due to staff participation in other events, tours may be unavailable on some days. Please see our website for information. Shades of Our Past is not affiliated with Colonial Williamsburg; therefore, this tour does not include entrance or admission into Colonial Williamsburg-owned buildings. Since the tour is through the streets of Colonial Williamsburg it is weather contingent. Please be prepared for all weather conditions.

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Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $25

Discover Colonial Williamsburg and experience all this renowned historic city has to offer by prebooking your ticket and securing your spot at one of the world's largest living museums. Learn about life in colonial America and the American Revolution. Enjoy historical reenactments and theatrical performances, the vibrant gardens and art museums, plus guided and self-guided tours of the original 18th-century buildings and homes, and personal interaction with the townspeople. Parking fee not included.

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Colonial Williamsburg Admission

1 to 3 daysFree Cancellation

from $39

Explore Yorktown and Colonial Williamsburg, where America’s future was decided. This historical voyage transports you to an era that shaped our nation. See meticulously preserved colonial architecture, revolutionary battlefields, and much more as you explore these iconic destinations. Fascinating audio stories and historical reenactors bring the past to life with this easy-to-use tour bundle. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

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Yorktown Battlefield and Colonial Williamsburg Audio Bundle Tour

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $25

Per group

Discover the rich history of Yorktown with this self-guided driving tour. From the scenic waterfront to the battlefield where American independence was won, Yorktown is a place where history lives. Immerse yourself in stories of the Revolutionary War, perseverance, and the enduring spirit of the American people on this riveting narrative tour. One tour purchase covers the entire car, not per individual. Everyone joins in! After booking, check your email/text for a special password and setup instructions. Download the Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and once it's complete, you can enjoy it offline. Just open the app, hit the road, and follow the audio instructions! This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

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Yorktown Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $17

Per group

The Ghost Tour is Williamsburg's first and only murder-focused tour. Explore areas that other history tours would be afraid to visit. Explore a historic city that conceals a sinister and unsettling past. A netherworld of horrific death and hatred. Accompany your guide on foot to some of our favorite local watering establishments. To help you get ready for what's to come, try a drink with a murder theme or one of the pub's specialty beverages. Then, take a stroll through the dim, peaceful streets of Historic Williamsburg, where you may learn the real stories of the city's most notorious crimes. There's nothing ghostly about Williamsburg's scariest tour. It has to do with murder.

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The Murder Tour and Pub Crawl

3 hours

from $48

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Our certified tour guide will greet you in front of illy's cafe and share background information as you walk over to the historic College of William & Mary (est. 1693), our "Alma Mater of the Nation." You'll tour the oldest academic building in the United States, the Sir Christopher Wren building, and learn about the second-oldest college in America, alma mater to four United States Presidents. If the Wren building is open, there may be an opportunity for a free organ recital on Saturdays at 10am in the Chapel, and our morning tour time on Saturday is longer for the recital. All tours include touring the Colonial classroom, the Chapel, the Blue Room, the Hall of Leadership, the Great Room and academic classrooms that are still used for religious studies. We'll also visit the Brafferton, former school for Native Americans, the Hearth: Memorial to the Enslaved, and the Sunken Garden, visiting James Monroe, James Blair, the Tyler Family Garden (aka "Echo Wall") and Thomas Jefferson.

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Exclusive Private Tour of Historic William and Mary College

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $75

Discover Williamsburg's famous ghosts and spirits walking the streets at your own pace, anytime. This is one of the most haunted and historic places, don't miss it's spooky story. This tour is built on those records. Newspaper clippings folded into court archives. Letters never meant for strangers. Names scratched into margins and ledgers. What follows tonight does not rely on imagination. Everything you will hear was once written down by someone who saw it happen, or by someone who tried to explain why it should be forgotten. Go at your own pace, anytime.

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Williamsburg's Famous Ghosts Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $10

Likely to Sell Out

Colonial Williamsburg offers the chance to step back in time to the 18th century—and this private walking tour will give you an even richer understanding of this early American destination. Pick from multiple tour times, meet your guide outside the Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center, and set off. Explore the city’s key historical landmarks, learn about what colonial–era life was like, and hear behind-the-scenes stories about Williamsburg’s history.

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Private Historic Williamsburg Colonial Heritage Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $349

Price varies by group size

The Jamestown Settlement is a living history museum located just 15 minutes by car from Colonial Williamsburg. This 7–day pass with complimentary free parking allows you to explore Jamestown at your own pace with breaks in between—a convenient choice for families with children. Your admission ticket grants you access to films, historical interpreters, working farms, and recreated colonial spaces.

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Jamestown Settlement American Revolution Museum 7-Day Ticket

1 to 7 daysFree Cancellation

from $29

Step into the heart of Colonial Williamsburg on this self-guided walking tour that goes beyond the costumes and reenactments. This tour invites you to explore not just what happened, but how it's remembered. Along the way, you'll uncover stories of power, protest, labor, and legacy. Each stop reveals how colonial life was lived, contested, and reimagined. As you walk, you'll hear about the celebrated and the overlooked: from revolutionaries and craftsmen to the enslaved and the displaced. Rather than simply retelling history, this tour asks deeper questions about memory, identity, and what it means to inherit the past. Designed to be thoughtful and accessible, this tour is perfect for curious travelers, history buffs, and anyone who wants to see Williamsburg in a new light. Please note this tour is independently produced and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and does not include admission to any ticketed exhibits.

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Colonial Contradictions Self Guided Walking Tour of Williamsburg

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $10

See Washington DC’s key attractions, all in one day—and leave the navigation to your guide—on this full-day tour from Williamsburg. Set off early in the morning via air-conditioned bus, and stop by Arlington National Cemetery en route to the nation’s capital. Discover highlights like the Lincoln Memorial, stop for photos outside the White House and US Capitol, enjoy free time for lunch (own expense) and a stroll, and more.

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Full-Day Tour in Washington DC

12 to 15 hoursFree Cancellation

from $125

This captivating bundle of self-guided audio tours immerses you in the battles of Gettysburg, Antietam, and Vicksburg. Discover how the Americans finally defeated the mighty British empire in the decisive battle of the Revolutionary War. Then jump forward in time to two of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War, when brother fought against brother. Hear about the generals, unsung heroes, and blow-by-blow accounts of how it all unfolded. Recommended: Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

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Civil War Battlefields Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour Bundle

5 daysFree Cancellation

from $40

Per group

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The Original Ghosts of Williamsburg Tour

1 hour 30 minutes

from $20

Likely to Sell Out

This is a private tour (your group) to an exceptional tour to visit Monticello, a World Heritage Site, home to our 3rd President, Thomas Jefferson, primary author of our Declaration of Independence and founder of the University of Virginia. Monticello provides in-depth tours of the historic house, gardens, views of the plantation, and, sometimes, an opportunity to engage in a lively presentation by Bill Barker, who portrays Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson enslaved over six hundred people throughout his life, and there are hourly slave tours to learn about the enslaved men, women, and children who labored on the plantation, including the Hemmings family and many others, like the Fosset family. The Monticello tour concludes with an opportunity to visit Thomas Jefferson's gravesite which is still owned by the family today. After leaving Monticello, guests may choose to have lunch at a nearby restaurant before returning to Williamsburg. Approx: 4 hours travel, 3.5 hours touring, 1 hour lunch.

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Private tour from Williamsburg to Monticello World Heritage Site

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $600

Likely to Sell Out

This private walking tour reveals the historic and cultural charm of Williamsburg. Step into an Old Town shaped by early American civilization. Walk through streets older than the United States. Discover stories that connect generations through heritage. In Colonial Williamsburg, history comes alive through engaging tales. What moments shaped this early community and its legacy? Cultural traditions and daily life unfold through stories designed to inspire all ages. Each step reveals a deeper connection to the past. Architectural landmarks reflect a classical era of growth and identity. Hear stories of transformation that shaped a young civilization. This journey blends education with exploration in a meaningful way. Experience a cultural adventure filled with history and storytelling. Discover a heritage that continues to inspire today. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

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Private Family Walking Tour in Williamsburg Historic Tales

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $349

Price varies by group size

Likely to Sell Out

We will discuss the different philosophies of architectural preservation between Europe and the United States during the late 19th and 20th Century and how it applies to the restoration of Colonial Williamsburg. The restoration materials of Colonial Williamsburg had to appear as if they were constructed in the 18th Century. For example, the roofs of many of the reconstructed buildings were man made fire retardant composites, and the masonry emulated the original bound of the public buildings. When the Main College was rededicated as the Wren building, credit was given to the the famous English Architect, Sir Christopher Wren. However, there is no proof that this is true. The base of this building is a Flemish design as opposed to the English bond. As the Wren building stands today, it is a redesign of the building that existed in 1733. It will be a comprehensive discussion of the vision of Rev. W.A.R. Goodwin and John D. Rockfeller, Jr. that resulted in Colonial Williamsburg.

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Private Colonial Williamsburg Architectural Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $195

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This private tour picks you up from your Williamsburg hotel to visit Berkeley, Westover and Sherwood Forest Plantations. Berkeley’s 1726 Georgian mansion is the birthplace of Benjamin Harrison V, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and also the birthplace of William Henry Harrison, 9th U.S. President, and his grandson, Benjamin Harrison, 23rd U.S. President. During the Civil War, Berkeley was occupied by General McClellan’s troops. While at Berkeley, General Butterfield composed the familiar tune “Taps”, played by his bugler. We will explore the Native American, Colonial and Civil War artifacts, along with historical paintings and exhibits in the 18th century basement museum. At Westover, we tour the grounds of this beautiful Georgian mansion, its amazing gardens and secondary buildings. At Sherwood Forest, we tour the grounds of our 10th U.S. President, John Tyler's home, the longest frame house in America. If scheduling in advance, we can request an interior tour.

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Private tour from Williamsburg to Berkeley, Westover & Sherwood

6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $295

This private walking tour reveals the historic and cultural flavors of Williamsburg. Step into an Old Town shaped by early American civilization. Walk through streets older than the United States. Discover how culinary traditions reflect a rich heritage.In Colonial Williamsburg, aromas of the past still linger. What meals defined daily life in this historic settlement? Cultural practices shaped food and community across generations. Each step connects you with traditions rooted in centuries of history. Experience how seasonal ingredients guided colonial kitchens. Hear stories of craftsmanship and survival through food. Architectural surroundings reflect a classical era of growth and identity.This journey blends heritage, culture, and cuisine into one experience. Discover a civilization shaped through taste and tradition. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

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Private Cultural Culinary Walking Tour in Williamsburg

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $899

Price varies by group size

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`This private tour explores the historic and cultural heritage of Williamsburg through a refined journey across one of America’s most significant academic and colonial centers. Walk through an environment shaped by centuries of intellectual and architectural influence, reflecting a history older than the United States. Begin near Williamsburg United Methodist Church, where classical design reflects enduring community and cultural traditions. Continue to the Crim Dell Bridge, set within a landscape that represents the evolving story of local heritage and identity. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

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Private Historic Williamsburg Cultural Heritage Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $349

Price varies by group size

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