Join Alexandria's original locally owned and operated Ghost Tour, running for 41 years! Come along for a spine-chilling ghost tour that takes you through the most haunted spots in town. Route winds through eerie streets and shadowy alleyways, stopping at multiple legendary locations steeped in local lore. Along the way, you’ll hear chilling tales of restless spirits, tragic events, and supernatur…
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Alexandria History Tours helps travelers discover historical gems throughout Old Town Alexandria. We highlight fascinating events and stories throughout Alexandria's rich history. Our tours are diligently researched to help visitors learn more and find interesting bits of history on every block. Our guides are local and know the ins and outs of the city. We will help make your experience memorabl…
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Unearth the shady and seedy history of Old Town Alexandria on this 2.5-hour guided ghost tour and pub crawl. A costumed guide will lead you through hidden alleyways and tell you tales from the historic places and haunted buildings along the way. During the tour, you will also stop at some historic Old Town pubs to enjoy a beverage before continuing on your way. *Tour route and drink stops are sub…
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Manumission Tour Company curates guided cultural heritage tours designed to highlight Alexandria’s extensive African American History. Founded by a fourth generation Alexandrian, this company offers weekend guided walking tours.
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Join the newest tour from Alexandria's longest running locally owned Ghost Tour company! Uncover the eerie secrets of Old Town Alexandria on this captivating Ghost & Pirate Tour. As you stroll through the dimly lit cobblestone streets, your lantern will guide you through tales of restless spirits and notorious pirates that once traversed this historic port city. This unique journey combines fasci…
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This 3.5-hour tour explores parts of the historic and architecturally unique town that has prospered for over two hundred sixty years. Discover locally owned and operated restaurants off the beaten path in this historically rich town. On this guided, narrated walking tour, experience and learn about Old Town Alexandria’s significance throughout history. During the tour, stop to sample specially m…
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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 w…
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Go beyond King Street on a 90-minute small-group walking tour through Alexandria’s Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex—13 historic cemeteries, 52 acres, and more than 35,000 burials. Led by public historian and cemetery superintendent David Heiby, the tour connects Alexandria’s past to the American Revolution, War of 1812, Civil War, Cold War, and more. Meet George Washington’s pallbearers, Revolution…
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Take this Alexandria Boos and Booze haunted pub crawl tour and add some fun into your work week! This quick but fun tour will take you to four stops for up to two hours. This tour price does not include tastings or tours of the facilities. This tour will take you to a total of four watering holes in Alexandria, which may be a combination of craft producers in Alexandria, and local bars. There wil…
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Join us for an unforgettable evening exploring Alexandria's historic district, where spine-tingling tales of hauntings in iconic buildings await. Our local guide will share stories of restless spirits and eerie events that have shaped this colonial city, from its earliest inhabitants to the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, offering a deeper understanding of Alexandria's haunted history. On this walk…
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What could be better than Christmas in Alexandria? On this six block, hour long walking tour, enjoy the festive decorations of this beautiful town while listening to a seasonal blend of Alexandria Holiday History and forgotten Christmas folklore. We're also bringing back the Victorian tradition of 'scary ghost stories by the fire', as your costumed guide ends the tour with haunted tales by lanter…
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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…
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Six stops through 300 years of Old Town Alexandria history with Blue Fern Travel. Cross the Potomac from DC into cobblestone streets connecting Colonial taverns, Civil War sites, and Southern comfort restaurants locals have kept secret for decades. Your guide weaves each bite into the city that shaped American history. Small group, max 8 guests. Every booking gives back to the community we walk t…
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On this unique tour, we follow Washington's remarkable life and legacy through his hometown of Alexandria, Virginia. On this tour, you will get an extremely knowledgeable George Washington expert that will answer all of your Washington questions and talk about many of the most important moments of Washington's distinguished career as a surveyor, commander-in-chief, farmer, President, and private…
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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…
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Step into the streets of colonial America on a guided walking tour through the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Led by a professionally trained interpreter, this experience brings more than 275 years of history to life as you stroll past beautifully preserved 18th- and 19th-century homes, hidden alleyways, historic churches, and other landmarks.
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Take an Old Town Alexandria Walking Tour and discover its extraordinary history with a resident historian and owner of DC Military Tours, Tom Schultz. I am a twenty-year resident of Old Town and I enjoy showing off my neighborhood. Steps from my own home, we will stroll around Old Town Alexandria, a colonial city rich in architecture. We may run into shopkeepers and neighbors whom I know personal…
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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…
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Join a local guide who lives in Alexandria and has seen the ghosts. We are historians; so we don't dress up and tell slapstick stories - we have the research and receipts to tell the darker side of Alexandria history. There is a colonial guard, still watching out for George Washington. Soldiers who don't know the wars are over. Murdered ladies of the night looking for revenge down dark alleys. Wa…
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Let’s Roam takes the lead as the top app-led adventure hunt company! Wander through the city’s top landmarks and uncover hidden gems while tackling trivia and conquering challenges. Collaborate with your team or go head-to-head as you discover new facts and craft unforgettable memories. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for any occasion—from everyday outings to bachelorette extravaganzas, bi…
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Are you looking for a way to see Old Town Alexandria without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Find out how a banker’s wife hid a portion of the George Washington family fortune in her underwear drawer during a Union raid • Hear from producer Rick Snider, an award-winning Washington journalist and tour guide • Do it all in an hour or linger at sto…
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Discover the amazing spooky history of Old Town Alexandria on this 90-minute guided ghost tour. Bring the whole family! This tour is all-ages friendly. A costumed guide will lead you through hidden alleyways and tell tales from the historic places and haunted buildings along the way. Lovers of history and ghosts will love discovering all Old Town has to offer. We'll pass by Carlyle House, Union S…
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A self-guided detective game through Old Town Alexandria, built on the city's most famous unsolved mystery: the Female Stranger, who died at Gadsby's Tavern in 1816 and was buried without a name. You reopen the case on your phone, guided by Director Zero, and each stop hides a puzzle that moves the investigation forward. Play at your own pace. The app shares the real history behind each place: th…
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Zombie Scavengers hunt stands out by blending real-world urban exploration with an exciting zombie apocalypse narrative. Its uniqueness lies in the complete player freedom; unlike standard hunts, you get to choose your own route and the order of tasks across the city, making it a strategic exercise. The immersive experience is powered by an app that tracks your survival points from finding suppli…
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