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The Badass Women of Old Wilmington: A Historic Walking Tour

5.0(41)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 41 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Little Wilmington Tours
The Badass Women of Old Wilmington: A Historic Walking Tour

About this activity

On this entertaining and informative walking tour, you'll discover the women who challenged conventions, changed minds, and left an indelible mark on Wilmington's rich history. Their stories are courageous, surprising, inspiring, funny—and 100% true.

30-year-resident Steven S. Little has led more than 500 local tours in just the last 3 years. This tour goes well-beyond the familiar landmarks to uncover remarkable lives too often left out of the history books.

Here are just some of the women you'll meet:

The Spy and Her Final Voyage — A celebrated socialite risks everything for "the cause," but fate had other plans.

The Woman Without a Name — An ordinary woman becomes an unwilling witness to the day Wilmington changed forever.

The Two Elizabeths of the Port City — Two women from two different worlds become forever linked by one extraordinary mansion.

The Undisputed World Champion - The remarkable woman who shattered barriers, capturing one of the world's most coveted titles.

What's included

  • ✓There are no hidden fees or surchargers for this tour.

Not included

  • ✕Affordable bottled water is always available at Gelarto, our meeting point.

Meeting and pickup

  • Gelarto – “World’s Tastiest Gelato” 18 South Water Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA Please arrive at the meeting point 10–15 minutes before your scheduled start time. Your guide will meet you inside the gelato shop called "Gelarto" at 18 South Water Street in historic downtown Wilmington.

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
  • Dog Friendly

Cancellation policy

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

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