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Let Our Lively Characters Guide You Through Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, VA

Let Our Lively Characters Guide You Through Historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, VA

Overview

Our guides don't just dress the part. These expert interpreters, in the guise of real characters from Portsmouth's rich and colorful past, will entertain you with stories and songs, amuse you with word origins and colonial culture, and educate you on the history of the homes and their architectural features.

Portsmouth boasts the largest collection of standing period architecture between Charleston and Alexandria, and has been an integral part of the history of our nation. Walk the streets where Benedict Arnold, Cornwallis, Lafayette, James Armistead, Billy Flora, Andrew Jackson, Chief Black Hawk, Mark Twain, and Martin Luther King Jr. walked.

End at the Portsmouth Arts and Cultural Center where something new and interesting is always on display for your enjoyment. Then, find yourself in the heart of the restaurant district, with a plethora of eateries from which to choose.

City: Virginia

Tue 15 Jul

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Starting at $20.00

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Tue 15 Jul

Starting at $20.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Fun, Fun, and More Fun!!!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Our tours are primarily out-of-doors. The nature of what we do is not compatible with wearing a mask, although guests are, of course free to do whatever makes them comfortable.

What To Expect

Lightship Portsmouth Museum

See Portsmouth's own lightship museum and hear its history! There are only 17 lightships left in the U.S., and even fewer are maintained as museums. The interior of this museum is currently closed for renovations, but now that you know it's location, you can revisit it when it opens again. The Norfolk Naval Shipyard Museum is only one block away, and another point of interest you might consider after the walk (if open) or on your next visit.

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (10)

Curiosity525759

Aug 2022

Loved the singing! It was outstanding and a good way to introduce someone to Portsmouth! I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

In truth, the singing is my favorite part, as well! It was pleasure show you and your friend some of the treasures our faire city of Portsmouth has hidden in its Historic Olde Towne District. Always at your service, Mary Veale

thedisordas

Jul 2022

We spent 5 days in Colonial Williamsburg in April. We went to Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown but the highlight of our trip was when we drove to Portsmouth and took a tour with this group. It was so informative. They really know their stuff. they told stories and sang songs even. Then they took us on the ferry to Norfolk. I took so many pics but really didn't need to because it's a tour I will never forget.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us!! Portsmouth is indeed the hidden gem of this region, and we LOVE showing it off. There is so much to see and learn that you'll never get the same tour twice. Please don't hesitate to give us a call next time you're in town. Always at your service, Mary

Georgian30240

Jul 2022

Mary Veale and the Colonials bring history to life! You feel like you are interacting with people from that era. They engage participants in what they are doing and enlighten you at the same time. They bring you into their time period with a wealth of talent and information. This is truly something not to be missed!

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you so very much for sharing your experience and for your kind words! So glad you enjoyed your time with us. It is always a pleasure and a privilege to share the rich and colorful history of our faire city of Portsmouth in story and song with our visitors! Always at your service, Mary