Secrets of Colonial Williamsburg Hidden History Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours
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Come on our historical tour presented by Junket!
Colonial Williamsburg is a living history museum. We'll examine Williamsburg in its early colonial guise. You'll experience what it was like to reside in the colonial capital during a time when ruthless businesspeople, ruthless politicians, enslaved Africans, and possibly a few pirates walked these streets. Investigate the homes, business, places of government, and houses of worship that were integral to society in Colonial Williamsburg. Rewind to a period when the cries of emancipation reverberated through the halls of power and the murmurs of American independence hung thick in the air.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Formerly known as Boundary Street, this historic avenue served as the border between English colonists and Native Americans.
Public Hospital Museum
"Idiots, lunatics, and those of insane mind" were to be housed in this institution, according to its founding documents. Although conditions were frequently not much better than those in jails, several doctors tried to make things better for their patients. After the Civil War, the situation worsened once again, and in the 1890s, the original structure burned down.
What‘s Included
Thoroughly researched and accurate history
Professional and courteous guide
Transportation
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Secrets of Colonial Williamsburg Hidden History Walking Tour
Reviews
69 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Patient and Knowledgeable Tour Guide
trippin00,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vince was our tour guide. He was very knowledgeable, and we learned things we didn't hear on previous tours. He was also very patient with us as we had some elderly family members who weren't able to move very quickly. We highly recommend the Secrets of Colonial Williamsburg Hidden History Walking Tour!
Amazing and informative
brucejT1236JO,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding experience/ well done with amazing knowledge of the area and very informative and entertaining Vince was like being with a friend we hadn't seen in a long time
Awesome tour
Travel38197979256,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Patrick was great. I try and do these walking tours whenever possible. It is such a great way to really get a full understanding and experience.
The best tour of all!
Sheryl S,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Patrick, was the best of the best… He made the history of Williamsburg, and of the early days before and during the founding of our nation, come alive with vivid and relatable stories about the people and events which shaped our country. I could almost believe that he had been there at the time. He was entertaining and articulate. We couldn’t have asked for better.
Colonial Williamsburg Ghost Tour
80brettv,,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Informative storytelling regarding historical aspects surrounding the people and times in Colonial Williamsburg which provide context you may not pick up on without a guide
Awesome experience!
481prathikp,,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide was knowledgable and we learned a lot of history. It was a lot of fun! I would highly recommend to everyone interested in some creepy history.
Fun yet scary late night walk
johnwB7641UE,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was very entertaining. Patrick did a great job with making it fun and interesting. He told us a lot about the history of the town and kept us very much in tune with the time period. He had answers for all our questions and really knew his stuff.
Williamsburg Walking Tour
JoeandMary K,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Vince was an excellent guide. It was only the 4 of us along with him. He was patient, offered breaks when needed, kept our pace. And we could ask questions, that he answered. And he could carry on with the tour. No umming or ahhing. We weren't interrupting his train of thought. He was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot that we would not have found out through brochures. He had great recommendations for lunch.
Great walking tour
allifromWI,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vince was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of the history of the buildings and of Colonial Williamsburg in general. I have been to CW many times, but I learned a lot on this tour.
Great Experience
alilouisiana,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00William was our guide, he was great, very informative and fun. The day was raining and cold, but William still managed to give us a great experience. Highly recommend...
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