Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour
An hour-long walk through Williamsburg's murders and scandals, for ages 17 and over.
- Rating on Viator
- 4.9 out of 5 from 88 reviews
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Guided in
- English
- Price
- From £19 per person
- Group
- Private: your group only
- Fitness level
- Moderate
- Run by
- Shades of Our Past
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
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What to know before you book
Included
- Souvenir button
Not included
- Gratuities
Access
- Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchairs welcome
How it compares in Williamsburg
- Price: from £19. 6 of the other 11 priced tours we list here cost more, and their middle price is £20.
- Reviews: 8 of the other 11 reviewed tours here have more reviews than this one.
Prefer no guide? Our free self-guided walk covers 3.9 km in about 52 minutes of walking, not counting stops.
From listings on our partner sites. This tour was last checked on 28 October 2026; prices and review counts change.
Walking in Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg is a restored 18th-century capital where costumed interpreters bring the American Revolution era to life.
Terrain. Flat.
Tickets. Buildings need a pass; streets are free.
Read the full Williamsburg walking guide or try the free self-guided walk.
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