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Self Guided Walking Tour in Old Town Historic Alexandria

4.6(14)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 14 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy WalknTours
Self Guided Walking Tour in Old Town Historic Alexandria

About this activity

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.

What's included

  • ✓Go at your own pace, anytime, 24/7/365. The tour is all outside
  • ✓Smart phone tour on our walking tour app
  • ✓See historic sites in Old Town Alexandria

Not included

  • ✕No food, drinks or human guide, it's all guided by the smartphone app

Meeting and pickup

  • The tour starts at the Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum, just at the front door. You'll first get the WalknTours app to hear the tour. If you need parking, street parking is recommended and you'll see many lots in the area.

Good to know

  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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