Colonial Williamsburg: Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
3.9
27 Ratings
Williamsburg
Immerse yourself in American history at Colonial Williamsburg with a self-guided audio walking tour. Explore the beautifully restored architecture and learn about colonial life and the town's fascinating history.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center - The tour of this beautifully preserved slice of Colonial America begins at the Visitor Center, where you can get your first taste of the nation’s largest living museum.
What's Included
  • Stories play automatically by GPS. Hands-free. Get HELP all day: Call, Chat, or Email.
  • Full itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated, videos, text, hidden gems.
  • No cell signal or wifi required. Offline GPS Map & route. Stop-to-stop direction.
  • A link to download the Tour Guide App by Action and Password for your tours.
  • Use any day, any time. Travel over multiple days or on next trip. Never expires.
What's Not Included
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Additional Information

Experience American history firsthand at Colonial Williamsburg! This historical venue breathes life into our colonial past through beautifully preserved buildings and genuine reenactments. Roam the ancient streets as the tour enlightens you about Williamsburg, early America, colonial lifestyle, and more.

Williamsburg has a deep-seated history that goes back almost 150 years before the United States was even founded! Explore the town’s beginnings, the intense conflicts from the revolution era that took place here, and the individuals who made Williamsburg prominent.

Once you’ve booked, be sure to check your email. Then, download the Action Tour Guide App, input your unique password, and access your tour. Do keep in mind that these steps necessitate a solid internet/wifi connection. Just follow the spoken directions and the stated route from that point.

Please note that this is not an admission pass. Please verify operating hours before your visit.

There is no expiry date — The tour comes with a lifetime validity!

  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action’s Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: Walking Tours: While each person typically needs their tour, couples or small groups can share one using split headphones.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
Location
Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center
Visitor Center Drive
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
3.9
(27 Ratings)
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283chuckm
Mar 20, 2024
Recommended - Once I connected at the bridge, the app worked well and was very helpful. I went with their advice and did not buy the $50 ticket and that was fine. I would recommend but do your homework before you arrive.
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Tom_k
Jan 2, 2024
We were able to walk at... - We were able to walk at our own pace, leave the tour to see other things along the way and then jump back onto the tour.
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Matthew_n
Dec 24, 2023
Memorable trip through Colonial Williamsburg! - Learning the nuances of each location and observing the towns people interact and play out there parts. Very realistic.
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Judy_b
Nov 7, 2023
Williamsburg - Learning the history that I wasn’t much interested in in school. It’s impactful when standing in the middle of history.
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Martha
Sep 19, 2023
Visit to Williamsburg VA - Got history about the sites that otherwise wasn’t available. Stories were humorous as well as historical. Tracking made it easy to go at our own pace, and retrace things as necessary.
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O9155aytinas
Apr 18, 2023
Lovely weather and easy parking - Friendly helpful period costumed guides to the shops along the cobbled streets. Wonderful visit for history lovers and families
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T3727aesarahp
Apr 10, 2023
Tour at your own pace - This was the BEST app to have on hand for our visit to Williamsburg! Super informative with history of all the buildings, maps to follow along, pause and start features to be able to self explore at your own pace, we loved it!
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Ludg
Apr 22, 2023
Follow the walking instructions to get the full story. - Content was pretty good with links to additional information. If you don't follow the order proposed, it is a little hard to navigate the app. Each section could be paused but you couldnt go back if you missed a sentence or phrase without starting the section over.
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Marc_c
Jun 3, 2023
Poor audio quality and app glitches - Audio quality wasn’t great and app was glitchy (when you want to check which stop you’re at, it replays the last and then crashes if you try to stop the audio).
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Bobbi_m
Oct 16, 2023
Self guided tour didn’t work! - Not able to use the tour. Booked on Wednesday and email with log in info didn’t come until Friday. Tried to use the chat feature but got no reply. (And yes , I was getting other emails etc on my phone). This was a total waste of money for me
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