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- English
- Spanish
Time travel to 1775 with a private tour and explore the birth place of American history. Points of interest include:
1) Walk the Duke of Gloucester Street while learning about colonial trades, power of the press and Virginia's leadership in shaping our early Nation, including the first Continental Congress, Declaration of Independence & Declaration of Rights
2) Admire the Capitol Building and understand why America's Constitution carved out three government branches
3) Enjoy the Palace Green and the Governor's Palace where townspeople and gentry celebrated important events
4) Learn about Bruton Parish Church, closes 4PM
5) Shop in Merchant's Square
6) Visit the Sir Christopher Wren building and learn why the oldest academic building in America plays a significant role in our history
Notes: Colonial Williamsburg (CW) hours are 10am-5pm. Two tours - 2.5 hour tour does NOT include CW ticket; 7 hour tour includes CW ticket to access to all CW buildings & lunch with private guide
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet us in the lobby of the Williamsburg Inn. As you approach the Inn from Colonial Street (off of Francis Street), parking lots are to the left and right of the Inn.
What to expect
(1) Meet us in the lobby at the Williamsburg Inn to review a walking route that suits your interests, like meeting Nation Builders, musket demonstrations, etc.
(2) Take in daily colonial life on the Duke of Gloucester Street and learn about Virginia's pivotal role in our Revolution and Declaration of Independence
(3) Walk around the Capitol Building of 1705
(4) Enjoy the Palace Green on our way to the Governor's Palace and learn about the Royal Governors and Virginian Governors (Patrick Henry & Thomas Jefferson) who lived there
(5) Learn about Bruton Parish Church and the beginning of the preservation of Colonial Williamsburg
(6) Take in Merchant's Square
(7) Visit WM's Sir Christopher Wren building and learn about the oldest university in the USA and it's significant role throughout history
Notes: Two tours: CW tickets NOT included in 2.5 hour tour; CW tickets included in 7 hour tour with access to CW buildings, trades & lunch. CW hours are 10am-5pm. Spanish speaking guide upon request.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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