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Ivy Hill Cemetery Tour Victorian Elegance and Notable Lives
Alexandria
About
What sets this tour apart Unlike generic walking tours that stay on the main streets of Old Town, this experience takes you inside Alexandria’s most elegant Victorian cemetery. Guided by Catherine Weinraub, historian of the Ivy Hill Cemetery Historical Preservation Society, you’ll hear stories drawn from decades of preservation work and original research. You won’t just walk past gravestones — you’ll explore the historic receiving vault, learn about Victorian funeral customs, and uncover the lives of apothecary owners, financiers, treaty writers, hotel proprietors, and veterans who shaped Alexandria’s story. With its blend of history, atmosphere, and expert insight, this tour offers an authe...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional in-person guide: Catherine Weinraub, historian and preservation expert
Access to the historic receiving vault
Guided walking tour of Ivy Hill Cemetery
Fees: No additional admission fees — entry to Ivy Hill Cemetery is included in the tour price
Food & Drinks: Meals, snacks, and beverages are not provided
Transportation: Hotel pickup and drop-off not included; travelers must meet at Ivy Hill Cemetery
Gratuities for the guide (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
2823 King St
Tours meet at the Fireman’s Memorial Circle, located at the rear of the Ivy Hill Cemetery office (a historic Victorian house) at 2823 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time to meet your guide, historian Catherine Weinraub.
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Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Ivy Hill Cemetery Tour Victorian Elegance and Notable Lives
Alexandria
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About
What sets this tour apart Unlike generic walking tours that stay on the main streets of Old Town, this experience takes you inside Alexandria’s most elegant Victorian cemetery. Guided by Catherine Weinraub, historian of the Ivy Hill Cemetery Historical Preservation Society, you’ll hear stories drawn from decades of preservation work and original research. You won’t just walk past gravestones — you’ll explore the historic receiving vault, learn about Victorian funeral customs, and uncover the lives of apothecary owners, financiers, treaty writers, hotel proprietors, and veterans who shaped Alexandria’s story. With its blend of history, atmosphere, and expert insight, this tour offers an authe...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional in-person guide: Catherine Weinraub, historian and preservation expert
Access to the historic receiving vault
Guided walking tour of Ivy Hill Cemetery
Fees: No additional admission fees — entry to Ivy Hill Cemetery is included in the tour price
Food & Drinks: Meals, snacks, and beverages are not provided
Transportation: Hotel pickup and drop-off not included; travelers must meet at Ivy Hill Cemetery
Gratuities for the guide (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
2823 King St
Tours meet at the Fireman’s Memorial Circle, located at the rear of the Ivy Hill Cemetery office (a historic Victorian house) at 2823 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time to meet your guide, historian Catherine Weinraub.
Return
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Alexandria
Discover Ivy Hill Cemetery, Alexandria’s most elegant Victorian burial ground. On this guided walking tour, you’ll explore memorials, monuments, and the historic receiving vault while learning the stories of apothecary owners, bankers, treaty writers, veterans, and other notable Alexandrians who shaped the city’s history.
