Colonial Williamsburg Pirate Tour: Uncover Hidden History

Uncover hidden history on the Colonial Williamsburg Pirate Tour. Journey back to the Golden Age of Piracy and learn how pirates shaped our democracy, world economy, and more!

Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building - You will follow your costumed guide as you stroll down the streets of Colonial Williamsburg listening to the Stories of The Pirates that roamed the East Coast and the Virginias.
    Hear about the history of the Pirates and how they were a very important part of our past and our democracy. Learn of the most…
What's Included
  • Licensed tour guide included
What's Not Included
  • Going into the buildings and gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a historical adventure, back to the Golden Era of Piracy! Listen to a self-proclaimed Pirate narrate the stories of his predecessors and their contribution to the formation of our democracy!
Discover the tale of Blackbeard and his crew and the events that transpired on November 21st. Get the inside scoop on the Templars and the fate of those…

Location
430 E Duke of Gloucester St
East Duke of Gloucester Street
We meet at the Capitol Building on East Duke of Gloucester Street. Your guide will be in a Pirate’s Costume. We Do Not Meet At Visitor Center ! You can park at 460 East Francis Street . Walk across Francis Street onto Blair Street and you will see your guide up ahead in front of Capitol.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Cynthia_x
Dec 7, 2024
If you’re a history buff you’ll love this - Colin was our guide and he did a fabulous job! So much knowledge delivered in such an interesting way. 10/10 recommend. Hubby and I had a fab time :)
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Kimberly_w
Oct 25, 2024
“A Swashbuckling Adventure Through Colonial History!” - If you’re looking for an entertaining yet educational experience in Colonial Williamsburg, the Pirate Tour is an absolute must! I went in expecting a fun adventure for all ages, and it did not disappoint. From the moment we set out, our guide – dressed in authentic pirate attire – captivated us with tales of daring buccaneers, colonial intrigue, and the real-life pirates who roamed Virginia’s waters. The tour is well-paced, blending pirate legends with historical context, so you feel like you’re stepping back in time. Along the way, we learned about the brutal realities of piracy, and even picked up some “pirate lingo.” Highlights included hearing about Blackbeard’s dramatic capture and the significant role of piracy in colonial economics and politics. Whether you’re a history buff or just in it for the swashbuckling fun, the Pirate Tour at Colonial Williamsburg is a fantastic way to experience this part of history. Highly recommended for families, groups, or anyone with a love for adventure! -Kim Anne ❤️
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Amamab22
Oct 17, 2024
Add this to your itinerary! - We learned so much about the history of privateering and piracy globally, and in the Colonial area of the United States. Collin was a very informative, and engaging tour guide. We definitely recommend this tour!
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Christina_b
Oct 14, 2024
Cool pirate history! - I wasn’t exactly sure what this tour would cove and was pleasantly surprised! I’ve been to Williamsburg many times and this was very unique. Colin was a wealth of knowledge on the history of pirates and privateering. He wove Virginia’s history and impact on pirates throughout the storytelling.
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David_h
Oct 11, 2024
Excellent insight into the world of pirates. - Colin is very knowledgeable about pirating and gave us new insights into history. I never realized what a significant impact pirates had on colonial economies. Something that is not taught in mainstream history.
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John_r
Aug 17, 2024
Excellent Pirate History while walking through Williamsburg. - We were the only 2 on the tour, but Pirate Rackem did an outstanding job walking us the history of Pirateering in the Williamsburg area. Very knowledgeable and ensuring we remained comfortable throughout the tour, Great job!!
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Rebecca_r
Aug 2, 2024
Raise the Jolly Roger!!! - Colin knew so much about all the Pirates that came through the area and all the background of their previous travels!! Would definitely recommend this tour!!
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Trip624880
Jul 20, 2024
Eye opening - Colin was our guide for the tour. He was very interesting and informative. We had a wonderful time. I would recommend him to all of our family and friends. If you’re looking for something that is completely different from the usual tour of Williamsburg, this is the guy.Thank you Colin! Sandee and Tim
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Michellecc1219jm
Jun 29, 2024
Enjoyable experience - Collin, our guide, was very knowledgeable. My husband and myself learned some new things about pirates and their importance in the early colonies. If you're planning on visiting Colonial Williamsburg, I definitely recommend this tour. Collin gives you the ins and outs about everything. If you want to know how the early colonists got their ideas,Collin's stories tell you that. This tour is a must for anyone wanting to hear and learn about how pirating and pirarateering influenced early America.
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V6604eukims
Jun 10, 2024
Pirate tour is great fun and affordable. - beautiful day for a tour. Colin our pirate tour guide was super nice and my daughter and I had great time learning things about pirate history in Virginia and other places around the world. makes me want to do some more research as there were things I did not know. we had a great time, we are already planning a trip back next year with my grandkids. They would love this!!!
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