Historic Leesburg Private Walking Tour

Overview

This is a guided walking tour of Leesburg’s fascinating historic district.
Includes over a dozen attractons that illustrate the history and architecture of this quaint town. The tour is fun and enlightening!
You'll see, for example, the site where Robert E. Lee planned the daring invasion of Maryland during the Civil War and the historic tavern where the the Mayor welcomed Gen. Marquis de Lafayette when he toured Leesburg in 1825, to name a few. The tour is about a mile of walking and lasts about 80 minutes. It's suitable for people of all ages.

City: Virginia

Tue 05 Aug

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Starting at $55.00

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Tue 05 Aug

Starting at $55.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Guided Walking Tour

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Tally Ho Theater

A completely renovated theater depicting art deco architecture.

Leesburg

Glenfiddich House/Harrison Hall – Robert E. Lee and other Confederate generals met here to plan the Battle of Antietam during the Civil War.

Loudoun Museum

The museum grounds has a rare, diamond-notched log house that was characteristic of the rustic, frontier-like architecture of eary Leesburg.

Leesburg

Joseph Norris House is an unusual example of Queen Anne and Georgian Revival stylistic elements.

Leesburg

Loudoun County Courthouse is recognized as a National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Site.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (22)

dianecJ8904EZ

May 2024

Very interesting tour. Carla was an excellent guide; she was very knowledgeable and very nice! You could tell she was just as interested in the tour as we were.

Response from Host

May 2024

Thank you for the review. I love sharing my interest in Leesburg's vast history.

AlanC543

Apr 2024

This tour is precisely as advertised. We wanted a small group tour of Leesburg focused on its history, and we got it. Carla was extremely well-informed and entertained with little tidbits of lore as well as the provable history. Since almost all the buildings of interest are in private hands, there is no going-inside in Leesburg. She hits a dozen significant buildings, and they are fortunately within blocks of each other in downtown Leesburg. Wear good walking shoes and have your water bottle if appropriate. We were there on a Sunday and the parking in the downtown garage was ample and free. Don't miss visiting the Loudoun County Museum that is right by the garage (and that Carla highlights as you walk). Carla's website has online booking that works.

Response from Host

Apr 2024

Thank you so much, Alan. It was a pleasure meeting you and your wife and showing you the gems that historic Leesburg offers. This is such a charming town, and I love giving these tours!

KarenSt233

Oct 2023

Had a great time on our walking tour. Just what we wanted - history, architecture, and little known facts. And a lunch recommendation that was fantastic. Our guide, Carla ?, owns the business and leads these private tours 3-4 times a week. How lucky were we! It was about 80 minutes of walking on mostly brick side walks, and mostly flat. Thoroughly enjoyed our time in Leesburg!