What You Will Do
On this unique tour, we follow Washington's remarkable life and legacy through his hometown of Alexandria, Virginia. On this tour, you will get an extremely knowledgeable George Washington expert that will answer all of your Washington questions and talk about many of the most important moments of Washington's distinguished career as a surveyor, commander-in-chief, farmer, President, and private citizen.
We will also stop historic locations to include:
- Wise's Tavern
- Duvall's Tavern
- George Washington's Townhomes (both of them!)
- The Fairfax House
- Dr. Craik's Home
- Henry "Light Horse Harry" Lee Home
On this tour, we will walk to each location. However, we will not be going inside them.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
White house on the corner of King and Fairfax, go inside and tell the staff you are there for the tour.
1
Alexandria Farmers Market (Old Town Farmer's Market)
10 minutes
We will see where Washington brought his products from Mount Vernon to America's oldest farmer's market!
This is an outdoor location and we will not be inside.
2
Carlyle House
10 minutes
Discover George Washington's role in the famous Braddock Campaign! We will talk about Washington's early military service.
*We will not be going inside the Carlyle House
3
Gadsby's Tavern Museum
10 minutes
Ready to see where George Washington celebrated his birthday party? Right here in Alexandria at Gadsby's famous tavern.
* We will not be going inside Gadsby's Tavern
4
Alexandria's Christ Church
10 minutes
Washington worshipped here! Depending on the quality of the sermon, he may have slept here too...
*We may be able to go inside Christ Church Wed- Sun if it is open.
Mon and Tue is closed.
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