Enjoy a time-saving way to discover the best of Colonial Williamsburg—and learn the stories behind the sights—on this private walking tour. Pick from a range of convenient start times, meet your guide in Merchants Square, and set off on foot. You’ll see highlights like the Governor’s Palace and Capitol, will stroll along the history-saturated West Duke of Gloucester Street, and will visit the adjacent College of William & Mary.
- This private tour offers a fully personalized way to explore
- See Colonial Williamsburg’s top attractions, all in one tour
- Your guide’s commentary will bring the centuries of history to life
- Choose from a range of start times to fit your sightseeing schedule
What To Expect
Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building
This is a place where men in 1776 spoke for American independence. Here you will learn about the government in colonial Virginia and the colony’s contribution to the American Revolution.
16 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center
Visit the largest outdoor educational living museum in the country! The site includes restored or re-created buildings from the 18th century when the city was the capital of Colonial Virginia. Be a part of an amazing experience that helps you travel back in time.
16 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Governor’s Palace
You will explore the official residence of the royal governors of the Colony of Virginia. Once it was a home for seven royal governors, including Thomas Jefferson, one of American Founding Fathers, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, and the third President of the United States.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
West Duke of Gloucester Street
Walk the main street of Williamsburg, which was once called “the most historic avenue in America” by Franklin D. Roosevelt called. Admire small shops, taverns, private homes, the market square, armory, and courthouse built hundred of years ago.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wren Building
You will visit Wren Building at William & Mary College – the oldest college building still standing and working in the country. The building overlived a couple of fires and reconstructions but it is still charming and worth visiting.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
William & Mary
Be inspired and develop a hunger for science at the public College of William & Mary It is considered one of the best scientific institutions in the country with many world-famous alumni such as Thomas Jefferson, Mike Tomlin, Glenn Close and many more.
16 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Max group – 15
