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Williamsburg Murder History Walking Tour 1.5 hr
TourTruth score 7.0 out of 10
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1 review · Rated on 2 providers · How we score
- Williamsburg
- 1 hr 30 min
- Updated November 2, 2026
Follow a local guide through Colonial Williamsburg for 90 minutes of chilling murder tales, dark history, and eerie local legends.
About this tour
Step into the shadows of Colonial Williamsburg on a 90-minute walk through the town’s unsettling past. A local guide leads you along historic streets, sharing ghoulish murder tales and stories of disturbing events connected to the places around you. Rumors of paranormal activity add an eerie edge as the city’s familiar landmarks take on a darker character after dusk.
This Williamsburg Murder History Walking Tour pairs local storytelling with a route through the historic area, bringing legends and grim history to life as you explore on foot. The route is wheelchair accessible, though the walk is lengthy, so consider your comfort and stamina before setting out. Arrive 15 minutes early to check in; tours begin promptly. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a jacket, and remember that photos are welcome while video recording is not.
For an atmospheric evening and a fresh perspective on the past, join the Williamsburg Murder History Walking Tour and discover the stories that linger in Colonial Williamsburg’s streets.
Highlights
- Hear chilling murder tales tied to Colonial Williamsburg
- Explore historic streets where paranormal activity is rumored to linger
- Follow local storytellers through the town’s darker history
- See Colonial Williamsburg through an atmospheric evening walk
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
Not included
- Guide gratuities
- Transportation to and from the tour
Ratings on each provider
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4.00 / 5 · 1 review
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Important information
- Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in
- Tours start promptly at the listed time
- The route is wheelchair accessible but involves a long walk
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
- Service animals are allowed
- Photography is welcome; video recording is not permitted
- Smoking and vaping are not permitted
- Wear comfortable shoes and bring a jacket
- Meeting point is beside the Capitol Building on Duke of Gloucester Street; look for a guide wearing a black, gray, red, or green shirt
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The walking tour lasts 90 minutes.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the route is wheelchair accessible, but it involves a long walk.
Where is the meeting point?
Meet beside the Capitol Building on Duke of Gloucester Street. Your guide will wear a black, gray, red, or green shirt.
Can I take photos during the tour?
Yes, photography is welcome, but recording the tour is not permitted.
Is the tour suitable for everyone?
The tour is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Infants and small children can ride in a stroller, and service animals are allowed.
How this score is calculated
This tour scores 4.00 on GetYourGuide (Viator shows no usable rating). Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.
How the score works and rating distribution in Williamsburg
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.0.
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