A Walking Tour of Frederick, Maryland - The Crossroads of Maryland

I’m Don Burgess, a Frederick resident interested in sharing my passion for heritage tourism and historic preservation as they contribute to preserving and creating a city’s “Sense of Place.” I’ve be

I’m Don Burgess, a Frederick resident interested in sharing my passion for heritage tourism and historic preservation as they contribute to preserving and creating a city’s “Sense of Place.” I’ve been a history buff of this region for years, and my role on Facebook as Frederick Tour enables me to combine my love of things old with my skills with things new. I’m a semi-professional photographer who has photographed, shown, and sold images of Frederick, Harpers Ferry, and other regions. See more details about tour in itinerary below and at fredericktour.org We can give tours year round. If it is raining/snowing (light) and you still want to take the tour, we can do that. If it is raining/snowing (hard), we can do a virtual "tour" indoors (groups of 8 or less). Upon request, we can offer theme tours such as churches, architecture, or Civil War, or even photo shoots.

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Location: Frederick

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Q&A

Q: What should I wear for the walking tour? Is it a lot of walking?

A: Great question! The tour does involve quite a bit of walking, so I’d recommend comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather too; layers are a good idea since it can get chilly in the evenings. Don mentioned he even continues the tour in light rain, so a waterproof jacket might come in handy!

Q: Can I reschedule the tour if something comes up?

A: Yes, you can definitely reschedule! Just reach out to Don through the website. He’s really flexible about it, especially since he offers virtual tours if the weather is bad. It’s nice to know that you have options!

Q: Is this tour suitable for kids? What age range is best?

A: This tour is great for families! Kids love the stories and history, and there’s plenty to engage them. I’d say it’s best for ages 8 and up, but younger kids can enjoy it too if they’re up for walking. Just be prepared to take breaks if they need it!

Discussions

Thinking about gifting a walking tour in Frederick!

I’m considering this walking tour by Don Burgess as a birthday gift for my history-loving friend. I checked out the details, and it looks like he gives a lot of cool info about Frederick's past. The fact that he can do theme tours like Civil War sounds awesome! Has anyone done this? Would love to hear your experiences!

Questions about Frederick's Walking Tour Experience

I’m interested in the walking tour in Frederick, but I’ve never done a guided tour like this before. How long does it usually last and is it really just a walking thing? Any tips for first-timers? Thanks!