1 to 2 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
15 people
English
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, extra validity — now yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!
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: This 1.5+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Fredericksburg in 1-2 hours.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket 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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket 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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket 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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket 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.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
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