Private Tour of Yorktown Museum, Battlefields & Historic Area

Exclusive, private tour (only your family/friends) of the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown (ARMY), some of the Yorktown Battlefields (Surrender Field), the federal museum (National Park Service

Exclusive, private tour (only your family/friends) of the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown (ARMY), some of the Yorktown Battlefields (Surrender Field), the federal museum (National Park Service with General Washington's original tent from the Battle at Yorktown in October 1781), Victory monument, and alleged cave where Cornwallis retreated. This is the only private tour with a private guide at all stops. This is NOT a group bus or group shuttle tour. This tour includes an in depth learning experience about the siege of Yorktown that lasted several weeks and explores the surrendering of arms on October 19, 1781 including Surrender Field. The afternoon tour at the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown includes the canon firing at 3:00pm (weather dependent from March 1st-November 30th). We spend about 3 hours touring and about an hour driving which makes this a 4 hour tour. If we meet in Yorktown, then the tour is about 3 hours, slightly longer if anyone shops at the museums.

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Location: Williamsburg

What's Included

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is there an age limit for kids on this private tour?

A: There's no strict age limit for the tour, but I'd suggest it's best for kids 8 and up. Younger ones might get bored with the history lessons unless they're really into the American Revolution! Just keep in mind there will be a lot of walking and some historical terms they might not grasp.

Q: What do we do if it rains? Can we reschedule?

A: If the weather looks bad, you can definitely reschedule! Just reach out to Best Williamsburg Tours, and they’re usually pretty accommodating. The canon firing is weather dependent, so keep that in mind if you’re looking forward to it. Better to go when the weather's nice!

Q: What’s the best way to dress for this tour?

A: Comfort is key! Wear comfortable shoes since there's a fair bit of walking involved, especially around the battlefields. Light layers are good, too, because it can get hot during the day but cooler in the afternoon. I wore a hat and sunscreen, which helped a lot!

Discussions

Just did the private tour in Yorktown—worth it!

I took my family on the private tour of the Yorktown Museum and Battlefields last weekend, and it was amazing! The guide really knew her stuff about the siege and even shared some cool stories about General Washington. We got to see the original tent and Surrender Field, plus the canon firing was definitely a highlight. I'd say it’s a great gift for anyone interested in history!

Thinking of gifting the Yorktown private tour—anyone done it?

I’m considering this for my parents' anniversary. They love history and live nearby in Williamsburg. I just want to make sure it’s worth the price and that the guide is engaging. Any feedback from those who have gone?