Exclusive Private Colonial Williamsburg Walking Tour by a Local
Overview
Let's go back in time together!
Colonial Williamsburg’s historic area covers 10 blocks, making a private walking tour with a licensed local guide a fun, practical way to see its main sights.
Walk from the Williamsburg Inn along Duke of Gloucester St, viewing the Capitol, trades and shops, horse-drawn carriages, and the Governor’s Palace while learning about Virginia’s colonial history and the move toward independence.
Discover the spots only a local knows, like formal gardens, hidden sheep, and a bakery with 18th-century cookies.
The route concludes at Bruton Parish Church near Merchants Square, where you can continue exploring, shop, or grab a bite.
The tour can be customized to your interests and covers up to 1.5 miles.
Guests are saying:
“We rank Cyndi in the top 2% of professional guides we’ve experienced.” “She knows her history and shows a lot of enthusiasm for it.” “She was a pleasure to be with.”
What's Included
- Private Tour of Colonial Williamsburg
- Official Map of Colonial Williamsburg
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
- Does not include Admission Ticket to Colonial Williamsburg
Meeting Location
136 Francis Street East
Williamsburg, VA 23185, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
201 West Duke of Gloucester Street
Williamsburg, VA 23185, USA
We will end our tour at the historic Bruton Paris Church near Merchants Square. This gives you the option to continue touring the historic area or to visit Merchants Square, with its 40 shops and restaurants, to go souvenir shopping or grab a bite to eat.
What To Expect
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Williamsburg Inn
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tarpley, Thompson, And Company
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
300 Palace Green St
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bruton Parish Episcopal Church
15 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
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Be prepared to walk over large cobblestones, uneven brick sidewalks, and high steps in the historic area.
- Not recommended for those with walkers or Rollators.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This is a Walking Tour, walking 10 blocks and up to 1.5 miles.
- Colonial Williamsburg has a lot more walking than visitors may realize.
- Be prepared to walk over large cobblestones, uneven brick sidewalks, and high steps, in the historic area.
- Not recommended for those with walkers or rollators.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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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).
- Private Tour of Colonial Williamsburg.
- Official Map of Colonial Williamsburg.
- Bottled water.
- Gratuities.
- Does not include Admission Ticket to Colonial Williamsburg.
The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Exclusive Private Colonial Williamsburg Walking Tour by a Local is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Be prepared to walk over large cobblestones, uneven brick sidewalks, and high steps in the historic area.
- Not recommended for those with walkers or Rollators.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Exclusive Private Colonial Williamsburg Walking Tour by a Local 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
- Private Tour of Colonial Williamsburg
- Official Map of Colonial Williamsburg
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
- Does not include Admission Ticket to Colonial Williamsburg
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Be prepared to walk over large cobblestones, uneven brick sidewalks, and high steps in the historic area.
- Not recommended for those with walkers or Rollators.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This is a Walking Tour, walking 10 blocks and up to 1.5 miles.
- Colonial Williamsburg has a lot more walking than visitors may realize.
- Be prepared to walk over large cobblestones, uneven brick sidewalks, and high steps, in the historic area.
- Not recommended for those with walkers or rollators.
