Southern Comfort Food & History Tour of Old Town Alexandria
Overview
Six stops through 300 years of Old Town Alexandria history with Blue Fern Travel. Cross the Potomac from DC into cobblestone streets connecting Colonial taverns, Civil War sites, and Southern comfort restaurants locals have kept secret for decades. Your guide weaves each bite into the city that shaped American history. Small group, max 8 guests. Every booking gives back to the community we walk through.
What's Included
- Lunch Please advise if you are vegetarian, have allergies, or any dietary restrictions at check out.
- Historical Content
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
107 North Fairfax Street
Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
109 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
What To Expect
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Old Town
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Alexandria City Hall & Market Square
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Alexandria Visitors Center (pass by)
Athenaeum
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Waterfront Park
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Torpedo Factory Art Center
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please note: Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
- Proof of vaccination and government ID may be required. Please check city requirements if you have questions.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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).
- Lunch. Please advise if you are vegetarian, have allergies, or any dietary restrictions at check out.
- Historical Content.
- Professional guide.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Southern Comfort Food & History Tour of Old Town Alexandria is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please note: Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
- Proof of vaccination and government ID may be required. Please check city requirements if you have questions.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Southern Comfort Food & History Tour of Old Town Alexandria will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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
- LunchPlease advise if you are vegetarian, have allergies, or any dietary restrictions at check out.
- Historical Content
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please note: Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
- Proof of vaccination and government ID may be required. Please check city requirements if you have questions.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
