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Experience Colonial Williamsburg on a private 2-hour walking tour that highlights the city’s most historic streets, landmarks, and stories. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this experience blends must-see sites with hidden corners and authentic insights into 18th-century Virginia.
Walk through charming avenues, scenic squares, and beautifully preserved buildings that shaped early American history. Learn about daily life, politics, traditions, and the people who influenced Williamsburg’s role in the nation’s beginnings.
Hear engaging stories, discover local culture, and enjoy time for photos and questions as you explore the city’s top highlights. This private tour is perfect for first-time visitors, history lovers, families, and travelers looking to experience Williamsburg in a deeper and more meaningful way.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide outside the main entrance of Williamsburg Inn Hotel. Your guide will be holding a sign with the tour name for easy identification.
Itinerary
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1Bruton Parish Episcopal Church
See the iconic Bruton Parish Church and hear stories about the prominent colonial figures associated with it, as well as the role religion played in 18th-century life.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Kimball Theatre
Pass by the historic Kimball Theatre while learning about Williamsburg’s preservation efforts and how the city balances heritage and modern community life.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Pause near this long-standing local shop to learn about small businesses and traditions that have become part of Williamsburg’s character over time.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchants Square
Walk through Merchants Square, one of the first planned shopping districts in the country. Discover how trade and daily commerce influenced colonial society and how the area connects historic Williamsburg with today’s town center.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building
See the Capitol Building, where important debates and decisions shaped the future of the American colonies. Your guide explains how colonial government functioned and why Virginia played a key political role.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6Governor's Palace
Admire the exterior of the Governor’s Palace and discover how royal governors lived and governed the Virginia colony before the American Revolution.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Walk along Duke of Gloucester Street, the historic heart of Williamsburg, lined with restored colonial buildings. Enjoy photo opportunities and hear stories about daily life in the 18th century before concluding the tour at 499 E Duke of Gloucester Street.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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