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The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex

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1475-1501 Wilkes St
Alexandria, VA 22314 United States Get Directions
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The vast Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex is a testament to Alexandria’s rich history, encapsulating over 270 years of the city’s past. Encompassing 82 acres, the complex comprises thirteen distinct cemeteries that collectively house the remains of more than 35,000 individuals. Here, both illustrious citizens and ordinary inhabitants of Alexandria find their final resting place. The historical narrative of the complex begins in 1796, making it not only a place of repose but also a chronicle of the community’s evolution over centuries.

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Alexandria’s Best History Tour: Wilkes St. Cemetery Complex.

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Step back in time with a guided walking tour through Alexandria's historic Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex in Virginia. Join us on a journey many attendees describe as “the best history tour in Alexandria!” It is where history comes alive with every step. Our knowledgeable guides are ready to bring the past to life, offering insights and stories that make our tour acclaimed as "the best history tour in Alexandria!".

$20

Alexandria’s Best History Tour: Wilkes St. Cemetery Complex

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Step back in time with a guided walking tour through Alexandria's historic Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex in Virginia. Join us on a journey many attendees describe as "the best history tour in Alexandria!" It is where history comes alive with every step. Our knowledgeable guides are ready to bring the past to life, offering insights and stories that make our tour acclaimed as "the best history tour in Alexandria!".

$20

Alexandria’s Best History Tour: Wilkes St. Cemetery Complex

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Step back in time with a guided walking tour through Alexandria’s historic Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex in Virginia. This 82-acre site is brimming with captivating stories that have shaped the city and the nation. Join us for a journey that many attendees describe as “the best history tour in Alexandria!”, where history comes alive with ... Read more

$20

Discover the Fascinating History of Alexandria’s Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex on a Guided Walking Tour

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Step back in time with a guided walking tour through Alexandria’s historic Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex in Virginia. This 82-acre site is brimming with captivating stories that have shaped the city and the nation. Join us for a journey that many attendees describe as "the best history tour in Alexandria!" where history comes alive with ... Read more

$20

Discover the Fascinating History of Alexandria’s Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex on a Guided Walking Tour

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Step back in time with a guided walking tour through Alexandria’s historic Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex in Virginia. This 82-acre site is brimming with captivating stories that have shaped the city and the nation. Join us for a journey that many attendees describe as "the best history tour in Alexandria!", where history comes alive with ... Read more

$20

Discover the Fascinating History of Alexandria’s Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex on a Guided Walking Tour

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Step back in time with a guided walking tour through Alexandria’s historic Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex in Virginia. This 82-acre site is brimming with captivating stories that have shaped the city and the nation. Join us for a journey that many attendees describe as "the best history tour in Alexandria!", where history comes alive with ... Read more

$20

Discover the Fascinating History of Alexandria’s Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex on a Guided Walking Tour

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Step back in time with a guided walking tour through Alexandria’s historic Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex in Virginia. This 82-acre site is brimming with captivating stories that have shaped the city and the nation. Join us for a journey that many attendees describe as "the best history tour in Alexandria!", where history comes alive with ... Read more

$20

Discover the Fascinating History of Alexandria’s Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex on a Guided Walking Tour

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Step back in time with a guided walking tour through Alexandria’s historic Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex in Virginia. This 82-acre site is brimming with captivating stories that have shaped the city and the nation. Join us for a journey that many attendees describe as "the best history tour in Alexandria!", where history comes alive with ... Read more

$20

Discover the Fascinating History of Alexandria’s Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex on a Guided Walking Tour

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Step back in time with a guided walking tour through Alexandria’s historic Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex in Virginia. This 82-acre site is brimming with captivating stories that have shaped the city and the nation. The 90-minute to two-hour tour covers a 2-mile walk through several of the thirteen cemeteries, where over 35,000 individuals rest with ... Read more

$20