William and Mary College - Private Tour Wren & Historic Campus
Overview
Meet your certified guide in front of illy Caffè and walk to the College of William & Mary, founded in 1693 and the second-oldest college in America. Discover its remarkable role in America's story: Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe and John Tyler studied here, while George Washington received his surveyor's commission from the College. Benjamin Franklin, the Marquis de Lafayette and King Charles III are among its honorary degree recipients.
When open, tour the historic Sir Christopher Wren Building, including the Colonial classroom, Chapel, Great Hall and other historic spaces. Saturday morning tours may include the complimentary 10:00 a.m. Wren Chapel organ recital.
Explore the Brafferton, an exceptionally rare surviving colonial Indian school; Hearth Memorial to the Enslaved, Sunken Garden, Tyler Garden and Echo Wall and, as time permits, Crim Dell Bridge.
This is an active university campus; access may vary due to classes, events or services. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
What's Included
- Map of the College of William & Mary for further exploration (e.g., Lake Matoka).
- Bottled water No food or drink is permitted inside the Wren building. The tour does not offer bottled water.
- Gratuities - if your guide does an exceptional job, tips are appreciated.
Meeting Location
435 West Duke of Gloucester Street
Williamsburg, VA 23185, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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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).
- Map of the College of William & Mary for further exploration (e.g., Lake Matoka).
- Bottled water. No food or drink is permitted inside the Wren building. The tour does not offer bottled water.
- Gratuities - if your guide does an exceptional job, tips are appreciated.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the William and Mary College - Private Tour Wren & Historic Campus is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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 William and Mary College – Private Tour Wren & Historic Campus 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
- Map of the College of William & Mary for further exploration (e.g., Lake Matoka).
- Bottled waterNo food or drink is permitted inside the Wren building. The tour does not offer bottled water.
- Gratuities - if your guide does an exceptional job, tips are appreciated.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
