Colonial Williamsburg & Yorktown: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one.

Once downloaded, your tour begins at either the Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center or the Yorktown Visitor Center.

In Williamsburg, you’ll first delve into the indigenous history of the Powhatan tribe and the iconic Pocahontas. Experience their intriguing story of resilience and adaptation in a rapidly changing world. Next, stop by the Peyton Randolph House, a carefully restored example of colonial grandeur that once hosted American Founding Fathers.

Nearby, discover the Colonial Williamsburg Fife and Drum Building. Here, the sights and sounds of colonial times come alive as the youthful corps performs in traditional regalia, beating out rhythms that once marshaled militias.

A stop at the Secretary's Office reveals the administrative heart of the colony, while the Raleigh Tavern offers a glimpse into the social hub of the 18th century. Be amazed by the intricate, interactive exhibits at the Colonial Williamsburg Magazine, detailing the armaments and military workings of the era.

The Courthouse, a symbol of law and order, and the Playhouse Theater, showcasing the colonists' love for drama, provide a comprehensive view of colonial society. Not to be missed is the Governor's Palace, a stunning architectural gem reflecting royal authority.

The George Wythe House and Bruton Parish Episcopal Church take you deeper into colonial life, before arriving at the Bowden-Armistead House, an emblem of post-colonial resilience. Experience the academic atmosphere of the College of William and Mary, where you can explore the historic Brafferton Road and the revered Wren Building.

In Yorktown, you’ll travel along Colonial National Historical Parkway, absorbing detailed accounts of the lead-up to the battle. Then you’ll see the Moore House, where terms of British surrender were negotiated.

Hear about the thrilling siege and the pivotal French and American Alliance before reaching Surrender Field, where British troops laid down their arms. Then, continue on to the site of George Washington's former headquarters.

As you explore the aftermath of the conflict, the birth of an independent nation, and the battlefield's impressive topography, take in panoramic views from the Grand French Battery, the solemn Yorktown National Cemetery, and the Yorktown Victory Monument. Your tour concludes here.