Alexandria Historical Gems Discovery Walking Tour

Alexandria History Tours helps travelers discover historical gems throughout Old Town Alexandria. We highlight fascinating events and stories throughout Alexandria's rich history. Our tours are diligently researched to help visitors learn more and find interesting bits of history on every block. Our guides are local and know the ins and outs of the city. We will help make your experience memorable!

Meeting Point

221 King St

221 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA

Meet at the Visitors Center in the heart of Old Town.

What's included:

• A local historian and Old Town resident is the guide

What to expect:

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Alexandria Visitors Center

221 King St, Alexandria, 22314-3209, Virginia

We start at the Ramsay House and discuss the origins of Alexandria, Virginia. William Ramsay was a Scottish merchant and good friend of George Washington. He was one of the founders of Alexandria. This first stop contains one of our favorite hidden gems. Hint: It's hiding in plain sight!

10 minutes

Carlyle House

121 N Fairfax St, , Alexandria, 22314-3229, Virginia

Travelers will discover where the American Revolution was born. No kidding! Twenty years before the Revolutionary War started, events were in motion that would lead to the American colonies declaring independence.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Gadsby's Tavern Museum

134 N Royal St, Alexandria, 22314-3226, Virginia

We will stop outside Gadsby's and talk about its connection to early American presidents. We will also see the famous ice well!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hollensbury Spite House

523 Queen St, Alexandria, 22314, Virginia

The story of the famous Spite House will be told. We will see the famous house and make sure guests can take pictures!

5 minutes

Alexandria's Christ Church

118 N Washington St, , Alexandria, 22314-3023, Virginia

Discover where George Washington went to church in Alexandria. You can even sit in his pew.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Athenaeum

201 Prince St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA

We will pass by the Athenaeum as we walk down Prince Street and head toward Captain's Row. There is an abundance of fascinating sites along the 200 block of Prince Street. Beautiful homes that have stories dating back to the 18th century.

Pass by without stopping

Captain's Row

100 Prince St, Alexandria, 22314-3312, Virginia

One of Alexandria's classic cobblestone streets. Fun and fascinating history to include one of Alexandria's largest fires. We will discuss why it is called Captain's Row. This will be the last stop on the tour and we will take pictures and be close to great restaurants!

5 minutes