Manteo Historic Walking Tour: Explore Living History

Join retired Police Chief D’Ambra for the Manteo Historic Candlelight Walking Tour and explore 450+ years of living history. Discover fascinating stories of The Lost Colony, Pirates, The Underground Railroad, Wright Brothers, and more. Voted “Favorite Outdoor Activity” and featured on PBS and in The Sheffield Star. Don’t miss this must-see experience in OBX!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Manteo Waterfront Park - The original Manteo Walking Tour is back! Join Manteo’s retired Police Chief for an evening sroll through the Historic Waterfront of Old Manteo. We will explore 400+ years of living history as he shares with guests an entertaining mix of the many “firsts”, lore, tales & history that make Dare County “The Land of…
What's Included
  • All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
  • Mother Vine Muscadine Preserves
Additional Information

Embark on a captivating journey through time with retired Police Chief D’Ambra on the Manteo Historic Candlelight Walking Tour. As night falls, amble across Manteo’s scenic Historic Waterfront, established by Chief D’Ambra in 2004. The tour offers a glimpse into over 450 years of vibrant living history. With a blend of more than 21 pioneering tales and…

Location
300 Queen Elizabeth Ave
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
We meet on the corner of Budleigh St. and Queen Elizabeth Ave.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Rita_m
Sep 28, 2024
Great local history tour - The chief is a great storyteller. We loved his stories and would highly recommend his tour to anyone.
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Keith
Sep 19, 2024
Great tour! - Our tour guide was very engaging and we learned a lot about Manteo and the general history of the Outer Banks. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting Manteo.
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Pdhobx
Sep 16, 2024
Chiefs history of Manteo, NC - Chief certainly is a true Manteo Historian! I had no idea the history of Manteo and he certainly gave me a different impression of this wonderful town. I highly recommend all to go on this tour so you too, can appreciate Manteo even more as well as other areas of OBX! Such knowledge and he is passionate to his town. It was such a pleasure for my sisters and I to do this tour. Thank you Chief!
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Sightsee02657233425
Sep 16, 2024
Excellent history lesson - This tour was excellent on so many levels. First and foremost the retired police chief shared the history of Manteo and the outer banks from the mid-1500’s to present day. Secondly, he shared some personal stories about himself and the town of Manteo. He was personable, funny and he knows his history and geography of the outer banks. Well worth the Money
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Laura_o
Aug 13, 2024
So fun 😁 - It was a great tour with many great local lure stories, just the experience you want to connect you to the region.
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L8082vwkimb
Aug 2, 2024
Fun Historical Tour - This is a very informative tour. It was filled with interesting facts and history spanning over more than 400 years. Many “firsts” occurred in Manteo and these were imparted in a very fun and interesting way along with the other historical information. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to know more about the area.
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Dorothy
Jul 25, 2024
A historic walking tour rather than a ghost tour - Our guide knew the area and history well. he was an expert on Andy Griffith, who had a house there, and fashioned the TV show Mayberry after the town of Manteo.
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631jimh
Jul 22, 2024
History made on Roanoke Island - A great 2 hours, more than worth the price. This will expand your knowledge of a surprising amount of US history. Told in a humorous way.
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Kurtsu9446hg
Jul 12, 2024
Learning about Manteo, Roanoke Island, and the Wright Brothers - Enjoyed the Historic Walking Tour - the Chief was incredibly knowledgeable, and told our group stories that must have required a massive amount of research - loved the explanations of the Wright brothers, the Underground Railroad, and the Lost Colony - highly recommend
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Journey62145775138
Jul 4, 2024
Amazing tour! - The tour was awesome! The Chief was so enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and entertaining. We’ve been coming to the Outer Banks for many years and I thought I knew a lot of the local history, but I was amazed by this informative tour! I highly recommend it!
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