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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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!
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Knowledgeable local guide
Departure Point
221 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, Verenigde Staten
We will meet at the right corner of Market Square as you are facing City Hall. There is a small garden with a statue. The Visitor Center is across the street. The corner intersection is Fairfax and King St.
Alexandria City Hall & Market Square, Alexandria, Virginia, United States One of the most important documents in American history was passed in Alexandria in 1774. In Market Square, we will discuss how this document led to the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Bill of Rights.
*Market Square is open to the public. No admission required.. 10 minutes
Carlyle House, Alexandria, Virginia, United States Built in 1753, the Carlyle House is one of the most important locations on the road to the American Revolution. Learn about the start of General Braddock's campaign during the French and Indian War.
* We will pass by The Carlyle House but not go inside. 5 minutes
King St, Alexandria, VA, USA As we stroll along the 100 and 200 block of King Street, we will see historic locations where famous Revolutionary War veterans lived and worked. These include:
- The Gilpin House
- Fitzgerald's Warehouse 10 minutes
Tall Ship Providence, Alexandria, Virginia, United States The first ship commissioned by the Continental Congress. Learn about the Marines first deployment in 1776!
* We will not go inside the ship but we will walk past it.
Old Presbyterian Meeting House, Alexandria, Virginia, United States We will see the burial ground where many American Patriots are buried. We will also see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution. This is a hidden gem in Alexandria! 10 minutes
Alexandria's Christ Church, Alexandria, Virginia, United States We will see George Washington's pew and where he worshipped. This is a historic church that predates the American Revolution.
* If the Church is open, we will be able to go inside. The Church is open Wed- Sun from 12pm- 4pm. 10 minutes
Alexandria, Alexandria, Virginia, United States We will also see the following locations:
- The Ramsay House
- The Dulaney House
- Duvall's Tavern
- Wise's Tavern 45 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Angeleque K
15 Aug 2023
Tim is very detailed oriented and provided so many details during our tour. Tim also adjusted the tour since I arrived earlier so we were able to see inside one of the buildings during this tour.
This tour in
Virginia
is organized by
Alexandria History Tours
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