Walking Tour in George Washington's Alexandria

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Alexandria History Tours

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: A personable and knowledgeable local guide

Itinerary

Alexandria Farmers Market (Old Town Farmer's Market)

10 min

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

10 min

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
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Gadsby's Tavern Museum

10 min
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
Historic Christ Episcopal Church

10 min

Washington worshipped here! Depending on the quality of the sermon, he may have slept here too...

*We may be able to go inside Christ Church Wed- Sun if it is open.

Mon and Tue is closed.