Manteo Historic Walking Tour

Overview

Join retired Police Chief D'Ambra for the original Historic Candlelight Walking Tour.Take a evening stroll through the beautiful Historic Waterfront of Old Manteo. Chief began the tour in 2004. Join him and explore 450+ years of living history. His stories will entertain and fascinate you as he shares a mix of the many "firsts", tales, & history that makes Dare County, "The Land of Beginnings". His stories of The Lost Colony, Pirates, The Underground Railroad, The Wright Brothers, and our modern era will delight everyone.He even shares personal stories of the real Mayberry, USA that inspired the classic TV series "The Andy Griffith Show". He shares his relationship with the celebrities and many space heroes who have made Manteo's history unique. This tour has been featured on PBS show "NC Weekend". "The Sheffield Star" newspaper in the UK said about the tour, "The historical significance of this small island in America is truly astonishing. It's a Must See when you are in the states!"

City: Outer Banks

Sun 22 Sep

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Starting at $28.00

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Sun 22 Sep

Starting at $28.00

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What's Included

All Fees and Taxes

Additional Info

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
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
This is an outdoor experience. Travelers are welcome to wear face masks and social distance as they deem appropriate. The guide will not be wearing a face mask in order to facilitate guests being able to clearly hear the presentation.

What To Expect

Manteo Waterfront Park

The original Manteo Walking Tour is back! Join Manteo's retired Police Chief for an evening sroll through the Historic Waterfront of Old Manteo. We will explore 400+ years of living history as he shares with guests an entertaining mix of the many "firsts", lore, tales & history that make Dare County "The Land of Beginnings". The Chief highlights stories from The Lost Colony, Pirates, The Underground Railroad, The Wright Brothers, and the modern era. Colorfully, he shares personal stories of the real Mayberry, USA that inspired the classic TV series "The Andy Griffith Show". He shares his relationship with several celebrities and many space heroes who have made Manteo such a unique and special place to visit. This highly acclaimed tour has been featured on PBS show "NC Weekend". "The Sheffield Star" newspaper in the UK had this to say about this tour, "The historical significance of this small island in America is truly astonishing. It's a Must See when you are in the states!"

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (126)

Rachael_S

Jul 2022

Loved the history, lore, conjecture and enthusiasm! The chiefs passion and knowledge was exciting. Time flew!

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thanks very much for the excellent review of our tour! It is always a joy to share our passion for history with guests visiting here. This is after all “The Land of Beginnings”! For so many, this unique place sparks an innate desire to learn more about our nation’s history. That is what makes our story so special. Thank you for being a part of our living history. You are now forever part of our legacy here. Please visit us again soon!

U7078NYkeithp

Jul 2022

This tour is very informative with an admixture of humor and stories from Davey Jones locker thrown in to provide balance. It will take about 2 hours for the tour, The Chief is very chatty in a good way and will entertain all your questions. Do a bit of research on the area first to gain a bit of hindsight as once you get past the touristy side there is quite a bit of history involved to cull through. This is the 7pm tour not the 6pm version.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you so much! We really try to provide our guests with a great value for their vacation budget while being both entertaining and informative about our unique history. We often make ourselves available after the tour for folks who wish to continue to discover more about Manteo. We leave the "touristy" stuff to the myriad of other activities to do while visiting here and share the true culture and historical flavor of The Outer Banks with our special guests. We are so glad that you chose the original history tour in Manteo and you are welcome back anytime.

dars791

Jul 2022

Absolutely amazing. Learned so much about the unique history of this town and all the firsts that occurred there. Our guide, a former police chief, was so energetic and informative. A highlight of our vacation.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your comments about the tour. Making history”stick to your ribs” is all part of the fun. So many tours focus on commercial appeal rather than a true passion for the unique history of the area. Since 2004, I have tried to weave in the “storytelling” around the history to make it an enjoyable experience for history buffs as well as those who just want some fun entertainment. I always strive to provide guests with a high value for their vacation budget while sharing the story behind the sites. That’s what sets us apart from other tours in the area. We are delighted that you chose the original candlelight walking tour in Manteo and hope that you will return again in the future.