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Walking Tour in George Washington's Alexandria

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90 minutes
English

On this unique tour, we follow Washington's remarkable life and legacy through his hometown of Alexandria, Virginia. On this tour, you will get an extremely knowledgeable George Washington expert that will answer all of your Washington questions and talk about many of the most important moments of Washington's distinguished career as a surveyor, commander-in-chief, farmer, President, and private citizen.

We will also stop historic locations to include:

  • Wise's Tavern
  • Duvall's Tavern
  • George Washington's Townhomes (both of them!)
  • The Fairfax House
  • Dr. Craik's Home
  • Henry "Light Horse Harry" Lee Home

On this tour, we will walk to each location. However, we will not be going inside them.

Options

Walking Tour in George Washington's Alexandria

From$30Per Person

What's included in Walking Tour in George Washington's Alexandria

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Alexandria Farmers Market (Old Town Farmer's Market)

We will see where Washington brought his products from Mount Vernon to America's oldest farmer's market! This is an outdoor location and we will not be inside.

Carlyle House

Discover George Washington's role in the famous Braddock Campaign! We will talk about Washington's early military service. *We will not be going inside the Carlyle House

Gadsby's Tavern Museum

Ready to see where George Washington celebrated his birthday party? Right here in Alexandria at Gadsby's famous tavern. * We will not be going inside Gadsby's Tavern

Inclusions

  • A personable and knowledgeable local guide
  • 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

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting Points

  • White house on the corner of King and Fairfax, go inside and tell the staff you are there for the tour.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Direct access

Look for the garden with the statue on the right side of Market Square as you are looking at City Hall. The address is 300 King St.

Operator

Alexandria History Tours