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Virginia: Ghosts of Fredericksburg Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

4.7 (3 reviews) 1–2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Virginia: Ghosts of Fredericksburg Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

About this activity

Peer beyond the veil with this spooky self-guided tour of Fredericksburg’s supernatural side. Guided by GPS and narrated by Mark Nesbitt, creator of the original Ghosts of Fredericksburg candlelight walking tours, it’s a ghost tour which operates completely on YOUR schedule! Hear chilling true tales of colonial specters, poltergeists in the Rising Sun Tavern, the infamous White Lady of Chatham, and more as you weave your way through this gorgeous, haunted city.

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

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At a glance

Duration
1–2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
English
Operated by
Action Day Trips

Ages: Adults (5–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Included: Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Included: Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
  • Included: Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • Included: Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • Included: Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • Included: Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
  • Included: Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
  • Included: Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.

Not included

  • Not included: No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    10 min

    The Chimneys was built around 1770 by an immigrant Scotsman, John Glassel, a merchant. Loyal to the British crown when the Revolution broke out, he left his property to his brother and returned to Scotland.

    Note: The tour is over 1+ miles long, with more than 15+ audio stories, and takes about 1–2 hours to complete.

    Your password can be used on the same number of devices as the travelers you have booked. Please enter the same password on each device.

    New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

  2. Fredericksburg Visitor Center - Visit Fredericksburg

    10 min Admission not included

    When you arrive in Fredericksburg.  your first visit should be at the world-famous Visitor Center. As we go around the streets of this town, you'll learn its history and hear tales of soldiers, residents, and even ghosts.

  3. Stop 3

    10 min Admission not included

    Church and burial ground of St. George the Episcopal. A major historical landmark, this place may be found in Virginia's Fredericksburg. You may learn a lot about the community's history and the individuals who had a part in forming it by visiting the church and the cemetery.

  4. Stop 4

    10 min Admission not included

    You'll pass the historic Lewis Store, that has been a part of Fredericksburg for more than 200 years. You can look at displays about the town's history, such as its part in the Civil War and the many famous residents.

  5. Stop 5

    10 min

    As you walk along Caroline Street, you will see many historic buildings, including the Rising Sun Tavern and the Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop. These buildings are said to be haunted by the ghosts of their past inhabitants, including soldiers, merchants, and even children.

  6. Stop 6

    10 min

    Then, stroll through the Fauquier Street. There are a lot of historic buildings there, like the Mary Washington House and the James Monroe Museum. Fauquier Street is one of Fredericksburg's most historic and beautiful streets.

  7. Mary Washington House

    10 min Admission not included

    As you explore the house, you'll see many original furnishings and artifacts that belonged to Mary Washington and her family. This beautiful and well-preserved home has a rich and fascinating history, from its construction in the 18th century to its use as a museum dedicated to preserving the memory of Mary Washington.

  8. Stop 8

    10 min Admission not included

    The Kenmore Inn is one of the most prestigious and venerable hotels in the country. From its original construction in the 18th century to its present use as a little bed and breakfast, the history of this stunning and well-preserved structure is rich and interesting.

  9. Stop 9

    10 min Admission not included

    After that, you'll get to the Rising Sun Tavern Museum, which is one of the most famous places in the area. Not only is the Rising Sun Tavern a museum, but it is also known for the ghosts who live there. You'll find out about important people like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson who visited or stayed at the inn.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Begin the tour from 600 Sophia St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

End point

  • Begin the tour from 600 Sophia St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

Using your ticket

IGNORE THE QR CODE ABOVE

The QR code CANNOT be presented for a ticket onsite.

The QR simply contains your tour access instructions. Please follow these instructions BEFORE you’re onsite because they require WiFi/signal.

1. Download my Action Tour Guide app:

actiontourguide.com/app

2. Sign in/ register with your email (this is will automatically generate a one-time verification sent to your email. That code is NOT your tour password).

3. Go to “My Tours” and select “Enter Password”. Find your password in the instructions email sent by “Action Tour Guide” to you by email and text.

4. Download your tour NOW. Do not wait until you are onsite.

BEFORE YOU START

This is a self-guided audio tour. No guide will meet you.

Entrance tickets, attraction tickets, parking, and transportation are not included.

Your tour has lifetime access with no expiry. Use it on any date—no need to change your booking date.

For walking tours, we recommend headphones.

See how it works: actiontourguide.com/tutorial

NEED HELP?

Setup: actiontourguide.com/redeem

FAQs: actiontourguide.com/faq

Call: 1-508-506-1844

Email: [email protected]

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.

  • Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.

  • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.

  • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.

  • Multi-device access: Use the same password on one device for each traveler included in your booking.

  • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.

  • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.

  • Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.

  • Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.

  • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.

  • Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share a tour by using separate earbuds. We recommend using headphones or earbuds for clearer audio and to avoid disturbing nearby guests.

Traveller ratings

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