Historical Fredericksburg SmartPhone App Self Guided Walking Tour

About this activity

On our historic solo walking tour you’ll discover Fredericksburg Revolutionary past and the people that fought for and won our independence.

The tour is a smart phone guided tour on our walking tour app. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires. After the tour, listen again, anytime.

You’ll see sites linked to George Washington, Mary Washington, James Monroe, the man who came up with the now infamous plan of crossing the Delaware to catch the Hessians unaware and thus win the battle, The Rising Sun Tavern, Cemeteries and hear and uncover the stories linked to these historic building bringing them to life.

Itinerary

1. Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop · pass by

   The tour starts outside of the Hugh Mercer Apothecary where you'll hear about his history and how he played a role in the revolutionary war. The walking tour app will then guide you step by step through Fredericksburg telling you it's history.

2. The Rising Sun Tavern · pass by

   The tour stops outside of the Rising sun, you'll hear it's connection to revolutionary hero's and more

3. Mary Washington House · pass by

   the tour stops outside of the Mary Washington House and you'll learn George Washington's story here and his family.

4. James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library · pass by

   the tour stops outside James Monroe House and Memorial Library and you'll hear the story of James Monroe and the Revolution.

5. Stop 5 · 10 min

   the tour stops at the gate of the Masonic Cemetery and you'll hear the story of the Masons and George Washington

6. Stop 6 · 10 min

   The tour stops outside the Rising Sun Tavern and you'll hear it's revolutionary story.

7. Stop 7 · 10 min

   The tour stops outside the Free Masons Lodge that was once the lodge of George Washington.

8. St George's Episcopal Church · 5 min

   The tour stops outside the St. George's Episcopal Church, and you'll hear its history long before the revolution.

9. Stop 9 · 5 min

   The tour ends in the old square andd you'll hear it's historic story.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: The tour ends in Market Square, where you'll hear it's history and past.

Good to know

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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