1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Daily Tour
15 people
English
This is the only tour in Old Town Alexandria that focuses on the Revolutionary War. We will show some of the most important (yet not well known) locations that led to the American Revolution. On this tour you will discover Alexandria's connection to the the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Bill of Rights. We will visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution. Get ready to walk in the churchyard where George Washington publicly declared he would take up arms to fight for the American colonies. We will explore the historic homes and businesses of famous Revolutionary War veterans. Plus we will show you where the Marquis de Lafayette addressed the citizens of Alexandria! Along the way, we will point out places of interest and show you Alexandria's hidden gems. Ask questions and experience Old Town Alexandria through one of the most fun tours in the D.C. area!
One of the most important documents in American history was passed in Alexandria in 1774. In Market Square, we will discuss how this document led to the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Bill of Rights.
*Market Square is open to the public. No admission required..
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Built in 1753, the Carlyle House is one of the most important locations on the road to the American Revolution. Learn about the start of General Braddock’s campaign during the French and Indian War.
* We will pass by The Carlyle House but not go inside.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
As we stroll along the 100 and 200 block of King Street, we will see historic locations where famous Revolutionary War veterans lived and worked. These include:
– The Gilpin House
– Fitzgerald’s Warehouse
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The first ship commissioned by the Continental Congress. Learn about the Marines first deployment in 1776!
* We will not go inside the ship but we will walk past it.
• Admission Ticket Free
We will see the burial ground where many American Patriots are buried. We will also see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution. This is a hidden gem in Alexandria!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
We will see George Washington’s pew and where he worshipped. This is a historic church that predates the American Revolution.
* If the Church is open, we will be able to go inside. The Church is open Wed- Sun from 12pm- 4pm.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
We will also see the following locations:
– The Ramsay House
– The Dulaney House
– Duvall’s Tavern
– Wise’s Tavern
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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