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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
Wed 11 Jun
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Starting at $275.00
Wed 11 Jun
Starting at $275.00
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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
1
Gadsby's Tavern Museum
A colonial tavern where each of the first six Presidents dined.
2
Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
Apothecary Museum
3
Torpedo Factory Art Center
A “Rosie the Riveter” facility where torpedoes were made during WWII.
4
Carlyle House
Built in 1752, a unique example of Colonial Georgian stone architecture and where the seeds if the Revolutionary War were planted.
5
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)
Brad C
Mar 2019
This 2 hour tour was fantastic. Tom, our tour guide, was an excellent teacher and communicator of the great history of Alexandria as we walked the old town streets. He incorporated both history of the George Washington colonial era and the civil war era of Alexandria. The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Shop was very interesting as he explained what medical care was like during colonial times. Also fascinating was the farmers market that is still going on today since colonial times. Tom was excellent in helping us to understand what life was like back then and elucidated on specific questions we had regarding history. After the tour he gave us great recommendations for restaurants to visit. I know that DC Military Tours does other tours, and if we return to Washington, DC again we will certainly reach out to them for other tours. B & K, Littleton Colorado

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