A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria
Overview
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!
What's Included
- A local historian and Old Town resident is the guide
Meeting Location
221 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
198-112 South Lee Street
Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
We end at the iconic cobblestone street on Captain's Row.
What To Expect
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Alexandria Visitors Center
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Carlyle House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Gadsby's Tavern Museum
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hollensbury Spite House
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Alexandria's Christ Church
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Athenaeum (pass by)
Captain's Row
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-408151P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- A local historian and Old Town resident is the guide.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- A local historian and Old Town resident is the guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
