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    Explore 1770s History on a 1-Hour Williamsburg Tour

    Walk through 1770s events on a 1-hour Williamsburg history tour

    4.8 stars• 24 reviews

    Duration

    1 Hour

    Includes

    Guided walking tour, Q&A

    Highlights

    Explore the dramatic events of the 1770s in the city where they happened on this 1-hour walking tour. Follow a clear timeline and ask questions along the way.

    • Explore Williamsburg on a guided 1-hour walking tour
    • Learn key events of the 1770s in a clear timeline
    • Discover actions and attitudes that shaped the revolution
    • Ask questions throughout the tour
    • Save time compared with visiting multiple buildings on your own

    Things to know

    Advance Colonial Williamsburg tickets are required to enter historic buildings. There is no parking or vehicle traffic in the Historic City; park at the visitor’s center and take the shuttle if you can.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.

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    FAQs

    Yes. Colonial Williamsburg requires advance tickets to enter the historic buildings.

    There is no parking in the Historic City and vehicle traffic is not allowed. You can park at the visitor’s center and take the shuttle to the historic area; parking is also available at the art museum or several nearby parking decks.

    Yes. Children under 6 are free.

    Meeting details

    Blair Circle adjacent to the Colonial Capitol Building

    Experience provided by Lonnie Sandifer Tours

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    Review summary

    4.8
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    Lonnie brings over a decade of experience from his time working at Colonial Williamsburg, and that expertise absolutely shines through in his tours. Visitors consistently praise his storytelling ability and how he makes history engaging without being dry or overly formal. He offers several different tour options, including ghost tours, Patriots walking tours, and specialized topics like the history of slavery, all of which receive glowing feedback for being both entertaining and educational. What really stands out is Lonnie's personable, laid-back approach. He welcomes questions, adapts well to different group sizes (even intimate tours with just a couple of people), and keeps things moving at a comfortable pace. Families appreciate that he captures kids' attention alongside adults, and multiple reviewers mention his considerate nature, like finding shade on hot days. The small group settings and one-hour format work well as an introduction to Williamsburg, though a few guests wished the tours ran a bit longer. His deep knowledge of the area, combined with his friendly and passionate delivery, makes this an excellent choice for first-time visitors and returning travelers alike.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Excellent tour of Williamsburg! We attended the one focused on the history of slavery — Lonnie had deep knowledge of and insight into the institutionalization of slavery in Virginia. Really appreciated his narrative style and approachability! This is a must-do if you are visiting Williamsburg.

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    Tori Patrock

    April 27, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Excellent tour of Williamsburg! We attended the one focused on the history of slavery — Lonnie had deep knowledge of and insight into the institutionalization of slavery in Virginia. Really appreciated his narrative style and approachability! This is a must-do if you are visiting Williamsburg.

    Photo of Tori Patrock

    Tori Patrock

    April 27, 2026

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