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Yorktown Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

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  • Williamsburg
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Yorktown’s 1781 battlefield on a flexible 10-mile audio tour, with GPS-triggered stories and offline access for your drive.

About this tour

Follow the road through a defining chapter of American history with the Yorktown Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. This 10-mile route brings the landmarks of the 1781 Siege of Yorktown into view, with location-based stories, tips, and directions playing as you drive.

See fortified Redoubts 9 and 10, the Yorktown Victory Monument, and the original site of Washington’s Headquarters. Continue past the French Artillery Park and Grand French Battery, then visit Surrender Field before the loop ends near the Yorktown Visitor Center. The Yorktown Battlefield audio tour includes more than 65 points, plus suggested itineraries or the freedom to create your own route. Pause, stop, and resume at your pace, with no fixed date or time limit.

Download the tour in the GuideAlong app before setting out, then follow the commentary offline using your phone’s GPS. One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle. Choose the Yorktown Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour for a flexible way to explore the battlefield on your own terms.

Highlights

  • Trace the landmarks of the 1781 Siege of Yorktown on a 10-mile driving route
  • Admire the 210-foot Yorktown Victory Monument
  • See Redoubts 9 and 10, Washington’s Headquarters, and the French artillery sites
  • Follow location-triggered stories, tips, and directions as you drive
  • Choose a suggested itinerary or shape the route to suit your day
  • Explore offline and pause or resume whenever you like

What's included

Included

  • GuideAlong app-based self-guided audio experience with 65+ points
  • Location-based stories, tips, and directions that play automatically
  • Offline tour access after download
  • In-app, web, and PDF trip planners
  • Suggested itineraries or customizable routes
  • Toll-free phone, chat, and email support
  • Free updates

Not included

  • Entry fees
  • National Park passes
  • Reservations

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Important information

  • The tour covers a 10-mile driving route and ends near the Yorktown Visitor Center
  • Commentary begins about 5 minutes before Route 17 when approaching from Jamestown or Williamsburg via Colonial Parkway
  • Download the GuideAlong app and tour over Wi-Fi or cellular data before setting out
  • After downloading, GPS-based audio works without internet or cell service
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  • One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle
  • Bring a fully charged phone and a USB or USB-C car charger
  • Audio can play through Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or Bluetooth; the map displays on your phone
  • The tour has no fixed date or time limit and can be started, paused, and resumed at your convenience
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels; public transportation options are available nearby

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Yorktown Battlefield tour?

The driving route is 10 miles. Total tour time depends on your pace and stops.

Does the audio tour work offline?

Yes. Download the tour in the GuideAlong app before you go; GPS-triggered audio then works without internet or cell service.

Where does the tour start?

From Jamestown or Williamsburg, join Colonial Parkway and drive east along the York River. Commentary begins about 5 minutes before Route 17.

Are entry fees or Park passes included?

No. Entry fees, National Park passes, and reservations are not included.

Can I use the tour on a different day?

Yes. The one-time purchase has no expiry or date limit, so you can start the tour whenever your plans allow.

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