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Haunted Fredericksburg Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

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Recommended by 100% of reviewers

| Fredericksburg, USA

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1 to 2 hours (approx.)

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Overview

Peer beyond the veil with this spooky self-guided tour of Fredericksburg’s supernatural side. Guided by GPS and narrated by Mark Nesbitt, creator of the original Ghosts of Fredericksburg candlelight walking tours, it’s a ghost tour which operates completely on YOUR schedule! Hear chilling true tales of colonial specters, poltergeists in the Rising Sun Tavern, the infamous White Lady of Chatham, and more as you weave your way through this gorgeous, haunted city.

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

What's Included

Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone

Attraction Passes, entry tickets, or reservation.

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Sophia Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Options & Pricing

Opening Hours • Daily | 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

What To Expect

The Chimneys

The Chimneys was built around 1770 by an immigrant Scotsman, John Glassel, a merchant. Loyal to the British crown when the Revolution broke out, he left his property to his brother and returned to Scotland.Note: This 1.5+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Fredericksburg in 1-2 hours.Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fredericksburg Visitor Center - Visit Fredericksburg

When you arrive in Fredericksburg. your first visit should be at the world-famous Visitor Center. As we go around the streets of this town, you'll learn its history and hear tales of soldiers, residents, and even ghosts.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. George's Episcopal Church

Church and burial ground of St. George the Episcopal. A major historical landmark, this place may be found in Virginia's Fredericksburg. You may learn a lot about the community's history and the individuals who had a part in forming it by visiting the church and the cemetery.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lewis Store

You'll pass the historic Lewis Store, that has been a part of Fredericksburg for more than 200 years. You can look at displays about the town's history, such as its part in the Civil War and the many famous residents.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

1002 Caroline St

As you walk along Caroline Street, you will see many historic buildings, including the Rising Sun Tavern and the Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop. These buildings are said to be haunted by the ghosts of their past inhabitants, including soldiers, merchants, and even children.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

303 Fauquier St

Then, stroll through the Fauquier Street. There are a lot of historic buildings there, like the Mary Washington House and the James Monroe Museum. Fauquier Street is one of Fredericksburg's most historic and beautiful streets.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mary Washington House

As you explore the house, you'll see many original furnishings and artifacts that belonged to Mary Washington and her family. This beautiful and well-preserved home has a rich and fascinating history, from its construction in the 18th century to its use as a museum dedicated to preserving the memory of Mary Washington.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kenmore Inn

The Kenmore Inn is one of the most prestigious and venerable hotels in the country. From its original construction in the 18th century to its present use as a little bed and breakfast, the history of this stunning and well-preserved structure is rich and interesting.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rising Sun Tavern Museum

After that, you'll get to the Rising Sun Tavern Museum, which is one of the most famous places in the area. Not only is the Rising Sun Tavern a museum, but it is also known for the ghosts who live there. You'll find out about important people like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson who visited or stayed at the inn.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.

Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Haunted Fredericksburg Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-259177P16

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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Haunted Fredericksburg Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour?

A:

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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 (EDT).

Apr 2025

Q: What's included in the price?

A:

The following is included:

Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!.
Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!.
Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!.
Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!.
Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!.
Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone.

The following is NOT included:

Attraction Passes, entry tickets, or reservation.

Apr 2025

Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?

A:

The minimum age to participate is 5..

Apr 2025

Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?

A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025

Q: Is this an accessible tour?

A:

Accessibility information for the Haunted Fredericksburg Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour is as follows:

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Apr 2025

Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?

A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Haunted Fredericksburg Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. 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 2024