Self Guided Walking Tour in Old Town Historic Alexandria
Explore Old Town Alexandria at your pace, anytime. See the sites George Washington frequented, including his house. Walk along the cobblestone streets. Learn about the history, civil war, and people. Walk down picturesque alleys. And all in an hour!
From museums and libraries to historic landmarks, alleyways, cobblestones streets and a very famous restaurant, we’re about to take a stroll through the days of yore!
Why choose this tour?
This is a smart phone guided tour that uses GPS to play as you walk. It's like a person, but better. Go anytime at your own pace The tour is professionally produced with narration and music See the main sites and hear their stories, just like other tours, only at your pace.
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Self Guided Walking Tour in Old Town Historic Alexandria
What's included in Self Guided Walking Tour in Old Town Historic Alexandria
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The tour takes you to many historic sites walking along cobblestoned streets and telling the story of it's history. Many of the sites are linked to George Washington, where he lived, his favorite restaurant and church. You'll see and get a feeling for the history of the city. The tour is all outside and you can go 24/7/365. It's guided by your smart phone (GPS) and is location aware playing the stories as you walk. It's a step by step adventure, feel free to put your phone in your pocket and the app will guided you step by step.
Alexandria History Museum at The LyceumPass-by Only
The tour starts at the Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum where you'll hear about it's history. You'll also see a site in the road from the Civil war and learn the role Alexandria played then.
The tour stops outside the Friendship fire house where you'll hear the story of fires in the city and how they battled to protect the people.
Inclusions
- Go at your own pace, anytime, 24/7/365. The tour is all outside
- See historic sites in Old Town Alexandria
- Smart phone tour on our walking tour app
- No food, drinks or human guide, it's all guided by the smartphone app
- 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
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The tour starts at the Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum, just at the front door. You'll first get the WalknTours app to hear the tour. If you need parking, street parking is recommended and you'll see many lots in the area.
End Points
- The tour ends at the waterfront where you'll see great views and have plenty of places to eat and explore.
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Ticket Redemption
Thank you for booking the Old Town Historic Alexandria on the WalknTours app! This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text +1-617-991-3269. Your ticket is below. Quick overview: 1. Get the WalknTours app 2. Register 3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code 'gw2780' to unlock it Full ticket: HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR *Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code 'jgw2780'. *If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code 'gw2780' Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android. App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600 Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours Step 2: Register an Account or Login Step 3: Open the Tour Select Alexandria Select the Old Town Alexandria Walking tour and click it. Click "Enter Experience Code" Enter the Experience Code "gw2780' Click apply The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime. To take the tour go to the start of the tour at the Alexandria history museum at the Lyceum and press play. Have questions? Email us [email protected] or text 617-991-3269.
