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Manteo Historic Walking Tour

Join retired Police Chief D'Ambra for Manteo’s original Historic Candlelight Walking Tour. Take an evening stroll through the beautiful Historic Manteo Waterfront. Explore 450+ years of living history. Since 2004 he has been delighting guests with stories that will entertain and fascinate you as he shares a mix of over 21 "firsts", tales, & history that makes Manteo, "The Land of Beginnings". Stories of The Lost Colony of Roanoke, Pirates, The Underground Railroad, Wright Brothers, and Buffalo City moonshine will delight everyone. He even shares personal stories of the real Mayberry, USA that inspired the classic TV series "The Andy Griffith Show". He shares his relationship with the celebrities and many space heroes who made Manteo's history so unique. Featured on PBS show "NC Weekend" & 2025 Southern Living Magazine Vacation of the Year. The tour was voted “Favorite Outdoor Activity” and won the Coastland Gold 2025 People’s Choice Award. It’s a real must see when visiting the OBX!

About this activity in Salvo

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

Includes

  • All fees and taxes

Excludes

  • Mother vine muscadine preserves

Other

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • service animals allowed
  • public transportation options are available nearby
  • transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • suitable for all physical fitness levels

Customer Reviews

10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
samantharQ5593BB
• Sep 30, 2025 03:13:20 PM
Summary: We really enjoyed our walking tour with Greg. He was very informative and willing and able to answer all questions. Would recommend!
Sightseer387924
• Sep 9, 2025 08:56:07 PM
Summary: All we can say is wow! This walking tour surpassed all of our expectations. We learned so much while being entertained at the same time. The information Captain D shared with our group was so interesting and we learned so much history about the city of Manteo and North Carolina. We highly recommend this tour!
David S
• Sep 9, 2025 09:31:03 AM
Summary: This was one of the best walking tours we have ever taken. Very informative & entertaining. We would highly recommend this tour of Manteo NC

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Visitors consistently mention the excellent service, knowledgeable guides, and memorable experiences. The tour holds an impressive average review score of 10.0 out of 10.0 based on 249 verified traveler reviews, reflecting its strong reputation among guests.
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Manteo Historic Walking Tour are as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the activity description.
Best-rates for the Manteo Historic Walking Tour starts from $31 per person with includes with all other facilities. Varoom matches every traveler with their perfect place to stay or activity, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
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