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Private History of Old Town Alexandria Walking Tour

Private History of Old Town Alexandria Walking Tour

Overview

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 personally. Receive inside knowledge on the local habits and the best tastes and bargains in Old Town. Start your private walking tour at the garden of the Alexandria Visitor’s Center at 221 King Street. This is a dog friendly tour so bring the pooch!

Navigate the colonial streets of Old Town with discoveries at the Athenaeum, Captain’s Row, The Carlyle House, an actual Torpedo Factory, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary and Gadsby’s Tavern

City: Virginia

Mon 09 Jun

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Starting at $275.00

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Mon 09 Jun

Starting at $275.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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
Children must be accompanied by an adult

What To Expect

Gadsby's Tavern Museum

A colonial tavern where each of the first six Presidents dined.

Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum

Apothecary Museum

Torpedo Factory Art Center

A “Rosie the Riveter” facility where torpedoes were made during WWII.

Carlyle House

Built in 1752, a unique example of Colonial Georgian stone architecture and where the seeds if the Revolutionary War were planted.

Athenaeum

A Greek Revival building that has been a bank, warehouse, church, and art gallery.

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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 (13)

JenniferPow

Jun 2021

Tom, our tour guide, was the best part of our Old Town Alexandria tour and truly brought its history to life. Our visiting family greatly enjoyed his fun approach, good cheer, and deep knowledge of this historic town. Our night consisted of a well-timed walkabout, interesting for all ages, banks, architecture, an apothecary museum, the most historic cobblestone street, 3 taverns, the Carlyle home (where we lucked on to a bagpipe practice), and stellar restaurant suggestion/s. We have been on quite a few tours collectively, but none came close to our DC Military Tour and Tom's amazing ability to go deeper, engage everyone, and to field any question or request from our group.

Response from Host

Jun 2021

Jenn, Thank you for your kind review and for sharing Aunt Jan and Uncle Frank with me. You were all the most fun group I have had in some time. Please send them my best wishes for their continued safe travel this summer. Tom

Tourist819492

Jun 2021

Tom was informative and so knowledgeable on the history of Alexandria. A very interesting tour. We highly recommend it!

Response from Host

Jun 2021

Susan, That was a fun late afternoon. You gave me a chance to discuss Mary Ball Washington. Enjoy your trip today to Ferry Farm. Tom

JerrySimpson_S

Feb 2020

If you enjoy wonderful tidbits of the founding and early years of Alexandria, this is the tour for you! Tom was our guide and his tour is excellent.