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What to do and see in Williamsburg, Virginia (VA): The Best Walking Tours
Want a vacation full of thrills, adventure, fun and romance? Greater Williamsburg has just the thing — from the wild rides at Busch Gardens to the incredible living history museum at Colonial Williamsburg. Travelers can also set sail on the York River, and hike or bike their way through the area’s many trails. For quieter times, Riverwalk Landing offers no shortage of opportunities to indulge in culinary delights and premium shopping.
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1. Williamsburg East Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 92 reviews
The only ghost tour in the world based on the first ever photo-study of ghosts! Real ghost photos, featured in the books Haunted Historic Colonial Williamsburg Virginia with Breakthrough Ghost Photography, Parts 1 & 2, are shown at each stop on a large computer notebook (Samsung Galaxy). Guides will point out the exact location around or in the house or building where the photo was taken and encourage travelers to take their own photos. Tour guides will give relevant historical information pertaining to the haunting as well as personal stories encountered by the book's author and others, including interpreters and security guards from Colonial Williamsburg. Travelers will be given choices about where they would like to stop based on their interests--no tour is ever the same! The East Tour starts at the Capital and continues down Duke of Gloucester Street to the Courthouse of 1770 and walking across the Market Square to the last stop--Williamsburg's most haunted: Peyton Randolph House.
Inclusions: Travelers will see real ghost photos at each stop along the tour on a large computer notebook! , Travelers will hear real ghost stories that may explain the ghost photos from each stop., Tour is based on the book Haunted Historic Colonial Williamsburg with Breakthrough Ghost Photography, Travelers are encouraged to bring their own cameras; many have captured their own ghost photos!
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Reviewed By OleMissTexas
Tim takes you on a tour of various places within Williamsburg tells a story about the house and shows you pictures of ghosts which he supposedly has taken at that location. The “ghost” pictures are geared towards the story. I am not sold on him taking pictures of ghosts because anyone with Photoshop ability could create these. Tim is a great presenter, and the photos he shows draws you into the story. He gives some great historical information about places we visit. Overall it was a fun night if you just take it at that. Questioning whether to give this a 3 or 4 and decided on 3 because at the start of tour, he just gave us a sales pitch for his books.
2. The Original Ghosts of Williamsburg Tour
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 124 reviews
Have you ever wanted to walk through the streets of a historic town at night and discover it's hidden secrets? Then allow our expert storytellers to guide you on a candlelit walk through Colonial Williamsburg, while they share many strange stories and other-worldly happenings that have occurred over the years. With 30 years of experience, we are Virginia's #1 and oldest Ghost Tour and have accumulated the best tales and local legends passed down through the years. Performed in a true story telling format, our 90 min walking tour is great fun for all ages and has something for your entire family to enjoy!
Inclusions: Guide is licensed or certified
Exclusions: Gratuity
Reviewed By shaunb0513
I have been on other ghost tours in Williamsburg in the past, and NONE of them equated to the one we were on last night! My friend and I went to the 9pm ghost tour and had DENNY as our guide! This dude was FANTASTIC! He was knowledgeable, funny and interesting. On top of that, I liked how he added in personal stories and stories of others rather than just a history lesson. Denny was excellent and I would recommend him to ANYONE! Thank you Denny for the wonderful time! We’ll be back soon to go on another tour with you! ????
3. Ghost Tour of Williamsburg
Overall Ratings
4.1 based on 176 reviews
Explore the haunted history of Williamsbug in this hour-long Ghost Tour. You will meet your professional guide in front of the Kimball Theater in Colonial Williamsburg's Merchants Square, and will take you to the most haunted locations in the city. Along the way, you will learn about the history of Williamsburg, including the Civil War and Battle of Williamsburg. The tour is an hour long, and an extended tour is available to purchase which is 90-120 minutes long.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local Professional Guide
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities, Food and drinks
Reviewed By _A7792ZH
Really enjoyed my ultimate Williamsburg ghost tour! Alex, our tour guide, was a fantastic story teller and very knowledgeable about the local history! It was particularly spine-chilling to realize that all these stories were happening with real people! I especially enjoyed the William and Mary part and the terrifying discovery in the house of the college president! It was a fun and spooky way to learn about the history of this beautiful place! Thank you, Alex!
4. Small-Group Tour: Ultimate Williamsburg Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
3.8 based on 38 reviews
Beginning at 10pm, this 90-minute Ghost Tour will visit some incredible historic sites such as an Indian burial site, insane asylum, and a cemetery. You will hear stories of witches, murder, betrayal, and war from your professional guide and see where most guests experience strange phenomena and report hauntings.
Inclusions: Local Professional Guide
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks
Reviewed By pellw2016
This was a very large group tour so you often couldn't hear the guide. The stories we did hear were not very interesting or scary. I wish we had taken the official Williamsburg tour as they had a reasonably sized group and they were able to enter the Williamsburg properties. Overall, boring and not worth the price of admission.
5. Williamsburg City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Operation City Quest
Explore Williamsburg with Operation City Quest! Our scavenger takes you around the city to find items and perform tasks for points. You'll use an app on your phone that will allow you to collect points! Check the rankings during and after you play to see your score and compare it to others. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Williamsburg.
Inclusions: All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax), 2 hours with a remote interactive guide
Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation
6. 2-Day Colonial Williamsburg Guided Tour from Washington DC
This one-of-a-kind tour is a two-day excursion including accommodations for 1 night that takes you from Washington, DC to Williamsburg, VA, one of America’s most popular historic and entertainment-oriented destinations. This family-friendly trip departs from Washington DC with a comfortable 3 hour (approximate) ride through historic Virginia to Williamsburg, VA. You’ll visit the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown where you’ll learn the story of the nation’s founding, from the end of the colonial period to the dawn of the Constitution and beyond. You’ll also visit one of the most historic sites in the USA: Jamestown Settlement founded in 1607 as America’s first permanent English colony. With over 40 sites, attractions, historic taverns, museums and more, this overnight trip to Williamsburg is a thrilling step back in time.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food and meals except for Continental Breakfast on 2nd day, Transportation to and from the pickup point at 9th and Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Gratuity for tour guide and driver
Reviewed By H2868ARlindas
We had a great tour! Cassie and Chris treated us like queens! We learned so much! Cassie is like a mobile history book!
7. Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Williamsburg by Wacky Walks
Wacky Walks scavenger hunt of Williamsburg, takes you on an adventurous walk around the city. To play Wacky Walks, you'll use an app to collect points by finding items around the city using an app on your phone. You can also perform challenges to gain points. Check out the rankings in the app when you're done to see your score compared to other teams across the nation. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Williamsburg.
Inclusions: 2 hours with a remote interactive guide, All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation
8. Williamsburg City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Crazy Dash
Explore Williamsburg with Crazy Dash! Our scavenger takes you around the city to find items and perform tasks for points. You'll use an app on your phone that will allow you to collect points! Check the rankings during and after you play to see your score and compare it to others. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Williamsburg.
Inclusions: 2 hours with a remote interactive guide, All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation
9. The best of Williamsburg walking tour
Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Did you know that Williamsburg was the original capital of Virginia? Or that Lassie is among the famous visitors of Colonial Williamsburg. This pup rode through the Historic Area by carriage in 1966? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Some of the rustic restaurants provide colonial recipes such as Carolina Fish Muddle, Shepherd's Pie, and Peanut Soup. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Williamsburg. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!
Inclusions: Local Professional Guide
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10. Guided tour "Love Stories of Williamsburg"
An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Did you know that Williamsburg was the original capital of Virginia? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Did you know that Lassie is among the famous visitors of Colonial Williamsburg. This pup rode through the Historic Area by carriage in 1966? What is the most famous historical couple of Williamsburg? George Washington and Martha Washington! This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!
Inclusions: Local Professional Guide
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