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

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $28.00

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Wed 25 Dec

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)

jennifermN1126JY

Apr 2022

Chief D'Ambra was so passionate and knowledgeable about his town and the people that lived in and around it! The history we learned in that one evening was amazing and we even headed home to look for documentaries on TV to continue learning. As he told us, when you scratch the surface of history, you find more history! The walk was easy, plenty of places to stop along the way to rest if needed, and the candlelight part made out even more special. Great for all ages. We absolutely loved our "history lesson" on this trip.

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Your group was fabulous! We are so excited to share this unique place with our guests. I really meant it when I said that you are now part of our living history. I am really honored that the tour inspired you to dive in to history even deeper. Manteo truly is the heartbeat of the Outer Banks and really the gateway to the Land of Beginnings! Thanks for being part of our legacy.

MarknSteph99

Apr 2022

Chief was fantastic! He puts his personal experiences and knowledge of Manteo (Roanoke Island) history together for a very enjoyable tour! You can really tell he has a love for history and Manteo. (And he lets you in on the secrets of the ghost tours if you ask him 😉) 5 out of 5 stars! Thanks Chief!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

That is what’s great about lore… you may discover some history or an orb or 2. One thing is for sure, this place is full of surprises as we share our living history! Thanks so much for being part of our legacy.

Morgan_C

Apr 2022

I expect a tour guide to be knowledgeable and able to answer basic questions. Chief exceeded expectations in history, science, local political/sociological issues and far reaching impact of this unique area of our country. What really set the experience apart was his enthusiastic love for this town, region, and country. He told us the tour was an hour and a half, longer if we had more questions. Our group had shrunk from 10 to 2 because of the threat of inclement weather which never materialized. Chief gave us over 2 hours and seemed to enjoy it as much as we did. We strongly recommend the tour to anyone.

Response from Host

Apr 2022

You are too kind. I try to let the history and mystique of this place speak for itself. But you are correct. I do so love this place and really enjoy sharing that mystique with locals and visitors alike. You are welcome back on the tour anytime or maybe just come back for a visit. We love folks who share our passion for the Land of Beginnings!