Colonial Williamsburg Patriots Tour or Williamsburg 101
by Lonnie Sandifer Tours
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The Williamsburg Patriots Tour or Williamsburg 101 is a one-hour guided walk through Colonial Williamsburg that covers key historic events from the 1770s related to the American Revolution and the founding of the United States. The tour begins at the Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building, where the guide explains the creation of Colonial Williamsburg and the establishment of the first elected legislative body in the New World. After about 15 minutes, the group moves to the Raleigh Tavern. Here, the guide spends 15 minutes discussing the founding fathers who met at the tavern and the events leading to the formation of the American government. The tour then proceeds to the magazine site to describe the gunpowder incident, a significant event that pushed Virginians toward revolution. Next, the guide shows the home of the president of the 1st and 2nd Continental Congress and the location where the Declaration of Independence was read aloud to Williamsburg residents. The final stop is the Governor's Palace, where visitors learn how the Royal Governor's actions contributed to the drive for independence. The tour includes all historical presentations and visits to these important sites in Colonial Williamsburg. Questions are encouraged throughout to clarify information and address visitor interests.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building
The guide explains the creation of Colonial Williamsburg and describes the first elected legislative body in the New World during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Raleigh Tavern
At the historic tavern, the guide discusses founding fathers who frequented the site and the events that contributed to the formation of the United States government, spending 15 minutes here.
15 min
Gunpowder Magazine
A 15-minute stop covers the gunpowder incident at the magazine, identified as a pivotal event that began pushing Virginians toward revolution.
15 min
Home of Continental Congress President
The tour includes a stop at the residence of the president of the 1st and 2nd Continental Congress, where important historical context is provided.
Declaration of Independence Site
Drive-by location where the Declaration of Independence was read to Williamsburg residents.
Governor's Palace
During a 15-minute visit, the guide explains how the Royal Governor’s actions influenced Virginians to seek independence.
15 min
Meeting point
The west side of the capitol building at the intersection of Duke of Gloucester and Blair streets.
End point
Our tour ends in front of the historic Bruton Parish Church (open to the public most days at the church's discretion). Just blocks away from the art museums and modern shopping and dining.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Colonial Williamsburg Patriots Tour or Williamsburg 101
by Lonnie Sandifer Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$50Overview
The Williamsburg Patriots Tour or Williamsburg 101 is a one-hour guided walk through Colonial Williamsburg that covers key historic events from the 1770s related to the American Revolution and the founding of the United States. The tour begins at the Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building, where the guide explains the creation of Colonial Williamsburg and the establishment of the first elected legislative body in the New World. After about 15 minutes, the group moves to the Raleigh Tavern. Here, the guide spends 15 minutes discussing the founding fathers who met at the tavern and the events leading to the formation of the American government. The tour then proceeds to the magazine site to describe the gunpowder incident, a significant event that pushed Virginians toward revolution. Next, the guide shows the home of the president of the 1st and 2nd Continental Congress and the location where the Declaration of Independence was read aloud to Williamsburg residents. The final stop is the Governor's Palace, where visitors learn how the Royal Governor's actions contributed to the drive for independence. The tour includes all historical presentations and visits to these important sites in Colonial Williamsburg. Questions are encouraged throughout to clarify information and address visitor interests.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building
The guide explains the creation of Colonial Williamsburg and describes the first elected legislative body in the New World during a 15-minute stop.
15 min
Raleigh Tavern
At the historic tavern, the guide discusses founding fathers who frequented the site and the events that contributed to the formation of the United States government, spending 15 minutes here.
15 min
Gunpowder Magazine
A 15-minute stop covers the gunpowder incident at the magazine, identified as a pivotal event that began pushing Virginians toward revolution.
15 min
Home of Continental Congress President
The tour includes a stop at the residence of the president of the 1st and 2nd Continental Congress, where important historical context is provided.
Declaration of Independence Site
Drive-by location where the Declaration of Independence was read to Williamsburg residents.
Governor's Palace
During a 15-minute visit, the guide explains how the Royal Governor’s actions influenced Virginians to seek independence.
15 min
Meeting point
The west side of the capitol building at the intersection of Duke of Gloucester and Blair streets.
End point
Our tour ends in front of the historic Bruton Parish Church (open to the public most days at the church's discretion). Just blocks away from the art museums and modern shopping and dining.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.