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Yorktown Battlefield Tour: Self-Guided Drive

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Features
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Relive Revolutionary War tales and triumphs
  • Experience Yorktown's rich history first-hand
  • See where the British surrendered to George Washington
  • Learn how the Americans finally won the Revolution
  • Tour at your own pace, with total flexibility
Activity location
  • Yorktown Battlefield
    • Yorktown Battlefield Colonial National Historical Parkway
    • 23690, Yorktown, Virginia, United States of America
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Yorktown Victory Monument at 803 Main St, Yorktown
    • 803 Main Street
    • 23690, Yorktown, Virginia, United States of America

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What's included, what's not

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    Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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    Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tonnes of rave reviews!
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    Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
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    Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
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    Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
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    Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
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    Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
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    Easy-to-use app: download Action Tour Guide App onto your phone
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    Unique password: access your tour on Action Tour Guide App
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
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    Food/Drinks

Know before you book

  • This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The Action Tour Guide app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one.
  • Secure a vehicle prior to the tour. A single purchase is sufficient for the entire vehicle, not requiring individual bookings per passenger.
  • Post-booking, expect an email containing the Action Tour Guide app download link and a unique password to unlock your exclusive tour access.
  • Experience a tour crafted by local experts, brought to life through the storytelling of creative writers and the voice of professional narrators.
  • Engage with animated videos at numerous stops, offering visual insights into unseen aspects, from historical scenes to hidden interiors.
  • New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

What you can expect

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time!

Discover the rich history of Yorktown with this self-guided driving tour. From the scenic waterfront to the battlefield where American independence was won, Yorktown is a place where history lives. Immerse yourself in stories of the Revolutionary War, perseverance, and the enduring spirit of the American people on this riveting narrative tour.

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Action Tour Guide app, enter the password, and download the tour while you have WiFi or cell service. Once downloaded, the tour works offline, allowing you to enjoy the experience without an internet connection. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Points of Interest along the Yorktown Battlefield Driving Tour :

  • Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Centre
  • 1000 Colonial National Historical Pkwy
  • Leadup to the Battle
  • Moore House
  • Ballard St
  • The Siege
  • The French and American Alliance
  • Surrender Rd
  • Pull Over and Park
  • Surrender Field
  • General George Washington
  • Historical Tour Rd
  • Washington's Headquarters
  • French Artillery Park
  • Aftermath
  • An Independent Nation
  • Grand French Battery
  • Yorktown National Cemetery
  • The Yorktown Victory Monument
  • Yorktown Beach
  • Cornwallis' Cave
  • Thomas Nelson Sr

Benefits Over Live Guides and Group Tours:

  • This is a flexible and self-led tour that uses location-sensing technology as you drive.
  • The tour features in-depth audio narration that plays as you drive.
  • You can purchase just one tour for the entire car and use it as many times as you wish.
  • The audio tour is valid for one year after download, and you can use it as often as you want within that time.
  • Once downloaded, the tour works completely offline, and you can tour your way by choosing when to start, stop, fast-forward, or rewind.
  • If you need any help, you can always reach out to a real person via call, chat, or email.

Location

Activity location
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    Yorktown Battlefield
    • Yorktown Battlefield Colonial National Historical Parkway
    • 23690, Yorktown, Virginia, United States of America
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Yorktown Victory Monument at 803 Main St, Yorktown
    • 803 Main Street
    • 23690, Yorktown, Virginia, United States of America