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Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour
Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour
Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour
Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour
Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour

Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour

By Shades of Our Past
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Free cancellation available
Price is $25 per adult
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Overview

FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY-AGES 17 +

During this one-hour walking tour, hear the darker side of 18th-Century Williamsburg. Stories of murder, mayhem, and scandal–those things talked about in taverns, back alleys, and the courts–straight from the town's citizens. Each tour will be different and the stories are a-plenty.

Due to the sensitive nature of the subjects and the salty language of the time, this tour is recommended for mature audiences 17 and older. Please note, that since every tour is different, the routes advertised may also differ.

Please note: Due to staff participation in other events, tours may be unavailable on some days. Please see our website for information.

Shades of Our Past is not affiliated with Colonial Williamsburg; therefore, this tour does not include entrance or admission into Colonial Williamsburg-owned buildings. Since the tour is through the streets of Colonial Williamsburg it is weather contingent. Please be prepared for all weather conditions.

Activity location

  • East Nicholson Street
    • East Nicholson Street
    • 23185, Williamsburg, Virginia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Capitol
    • West Duke of Gloucester Street
    • 23185, Williamsburg, Virginia, United States

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Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour
  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h1h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
$25.00 x 1 Adult$25.00
Total
Price is $25.00
Until Sun, Sep 8

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedSouvenir button
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdmission to Colonial Williamsburg. Single day tickets are $49. 99 for adults; $28.99 for ages 6-12.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

East Nicholson Street
  • 15m
This is the location of the Public Gaol (Jail). The story will revolve around the trial of Blackbeard's pirates, or other trials held in the Capitol Building.
R. Charlton's Coffeehouse
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The discussion point will be about the Col. George Mercer Stamp Act Incident.
Chiswell Bucktrout House
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The story will revolve around the sensational Col. John Chiswell case.
Raleigh Tavern Bakery
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The story will revolve around different scandals you may have heard at the tavern.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESEast Nicholson Street
    • East Nicholson Street
    • 23185, Williamsburg, Virginia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLECapitol
    • West Duke of Gloucester Street
    • 23185, Williamsburg, Virginia, United States

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