Self Guided Walking Tour In Old Town Historic Alexandria

The journey, in full

The tour takes you to many historic sites walking along cobblestoned streets and telling the story of its history. Many of the sites are linked to George Washington, where he lived, his favorite restaurant, and church. You'll see and get a feeling for the history of the city. The tour is all outside and you can go 24/7/365. It's guided by your smartphone (GPS) and is location-aware playing the stories as you walk. It's a step-by-step adventure, feel free to put your phone in your pocket and the app will guide you step by step. The tour starts at the Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum where you'll hear about its history. You'll also see a site on the road from the Civil War and learn the role Alexandria played then. The tour stops outside the Friendship firehouse where you'll hear the story of fires in the city and how they battled to protect the people. The tour stops outside of George Washington's old Church and you'll hear the story of the church, who visited it, and why it's important. The tour stops outside the Hollensbury Spite House, one of the most famous in the USA. Why is it so small? You'll have to take the tour to find out! The tour stops outside the Moses Hepburn Rowhouses, which are a significant part of history and Free black people in the USA>. The tour stops outside of George Washington's favorite Restaurant, and one of the most historic in the country. It's also has great food! You'll see the Alexandria city hall, square, and fountains and hear about the people who made this city what it is. The tour takes you through a historic picturesque alley that many miss and you'll hear the story of why it's called Wales Alley, and it might surprise you! One of the best streets, but who built and and who placed those cobblestones? I guess you'll have to take the tour to find out! The tour ends at the Old Town Alexandria Waterfront, with views and great spots to relax after your adventure in Old Town.