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Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!
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Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

By Alexandria History Tours
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$46 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Stroll through George Washington's area
  • Learn about the history of taverns in early America
  • See homes and churches that pre-date the Revolutionary War

Activity location

    • Alexandria
    • Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 221 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA | We will meet at the Visitor Center located at 221 King St. There is a bathroom on the bottom level along with water and tourist information. Your guide will either be on the porch or inside.
    • Alexandria, Virginia, United States

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Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:30 am
Price details
AU$46.43 x 1 AdultAU$46.43

Total
Price is AU$46.43

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedOn this tour, you will see historic locations and hidden gems in Old Town Alexandria and learn the fascinating stories behind them. You will learn about Alexandria's founding and its close connection to George Washington. You will discover the unique architectural gems in Old Town. Many are hidden in plain sight! You will learn local legends and get a full appreciation for Alexandria's rich history that pre-dates the Revolutionary War.

What you can expect

George Washington had not one but two houses in Alexandria. We will show you those homes and discuss Washington's connection to Alexandria.
See where George Washington celebrated the end of the Revolutionary War with his friends and neighbors!
Explore Alexandria's fire history so you know what the storey is behind all of those quirky marks on the houses!
Alexandria was a pioneer in the tiny house movement. One is famous and the other one people walk by without noticing. But, we will make sure you don't miss either one.
You will discover why one of our iconic cobblestone streets is called “Captain's Row.” It is also a go-to spot for great family photos. We have your Christmas cards covered!
Discover where one of our most famous Civil War prisons was located. Alexandria also had 30 hospitals during the Civil War and we will show you where some of them were located.
Discover where the American Revolution was born! Yes, believe it or not, 20 years before the Battle of Lexington and Concord, significant events were taking place in Alexandria that would move the American colonies towards declaring independence. We tell you what happened at our famous Carlyle House.
We love questions! So come ready to ask us anything about Alexandria!

Location

Activity location

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    • Alexandria
    • Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 221 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA | We will meet at the Visitor Center located at 221 King St. There is a bathroom on the bottom level along with water and tourist information. Your guide will either be on the porch or inside.
    • Alexandria, Virginia, United States