Yorktown Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

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. One tour purchase covers the entire car, not per individual. Everyone joins in! After booking, check your email/text for a special password and setup instructions. Download the Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and once it's complete, you can enjoy it offline. Just open the app, hit the road, and follow the audio instructions! This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Start at 803 Main St, Yorktown. The parking lot on Bacon St, across from the Yorktown Victory Monument, is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses, so their staff won’t have tour info. The audio starts automatically as you pass. Check your email/text for details.

End Point

End point

This is a self-guided driving audio tour; no one will meet you at the location.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center
Our tour begins outside the Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center at 1000 Colonial National Historical Pkwy, Yorktown. If you’re not there already, you should head there now. Note: The tour is over 10 miles long, with more than 20+ audio stories, and takes about 1–2 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Duration: 10 mins
2. Moore House
Cornwallis and Washington send representatives to the Moore House. The British are offering total surrender to the French and American coalition.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Washington's Headquarters at Yorktown
This ground is still an important part of American history. It’s here where plans were drawn for the final battle of the American Revolution.
Duration: 20 mins
4. French Artillery Park
Just as the French Navy made a large contribution to the success of the American Revolution, so did the French artillery.
Duration: 5 mins
5. Grand French Battery
Grand French Battery, the location of the largest concentration of French Artillery during the Battle of Yorktown.
Duration: 5 mins
6. Yorktown National Cemetery
You might be surprised to find that this isn’t actually a Revolutionary War cemetery. Instead, this is a Civil War burial ground!
Duration: 5 mins
7. Yorktown Victory Monument
We end our journey at a fitting place, the Yorktown Victory Monument. This monument was conceived soon after Cornwallis’s surrender.
Duration: 5 mins

Inclusion

Text transcripts of audio narration & Self-paced format (start/pause/resume anytime)

Pre-recorded audio commentary (downloadable or streamable)

This is a GPS-powered, self-guided audio tour that works through an app

Lifetime access (no expiration) with Customer support (chat/email)

This tour is NOT a ticket to any attraction or site

Suggested walking/driving itinerary with stop-by-stop directions

Offline GPS-enabled route map

NO in-person guide or physical equipment (bring your own device & headphones)

Exclusion

Entrance fees, in-person guide, headphones, transport, parking, food,Wi-Fi or cellular data, rentals

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.

How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.

Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.

Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you

Due to ongoing rehabilitation work on Colonial Parkway, several sections between Yorktown and Williamsburg are closed or under detours. Please check the official NPS website for the latest updates on closures and detours.

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

Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car's stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.

The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.

Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car

Supplied by Action Day Trips

Reviews

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Based on 43 reviews

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