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The Rising Sun Tavern

214 Reviews

#4 of 61 things to do in Fredericksburg

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Closed Now: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

1304 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401-3704

Open today: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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While not serving food or drink since 1827, the Rising Sun Tavern Museum provides a lively interpretation of late 18th-century Tavern life. Charles Washington, George Washington's youngest brother, built this landmark in the 1760's as his private...more

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Magdalena7301

Richmond, Virginia

16190

Reviewed August 3, 2018

It was no such fun travelling back there

The tavern from the American Revolution time certainly has its touch. Can you imagine being totally isolated due to being female and having to keep your reputation (even when you travelled with family)? Can you imagine rules like "no more than 5 in one bed...More

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Gloria A

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

9321

Reviewed July 28, 2018 via mobile

If you love historical fun facts😊

Loved loved loved this place! Our tour guide was fabulous. Her fun facts were very interesting. This is a must see if you are in the area.

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Nancy M

Reviewed July 7, 2018 via mobile

Great Historic Site

My visit was very pleasant. I liked how knowledgeable the staff was, very friendly. I think it's worth visiting and taking a tour. The 3 sites pass is the best deal.

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Leslie S

Strasburg, Virginia

162

Reviewed June 26, 2018

Great slice of history

I grew up in Fredericksburg and fondly remember a few trips to the Rising Sun Tavern. This time, I got to introduce it to my husband and daughter. We were not disappointed. the tour guides were wonderful and answered all of my daughter's questions. We...More

2 Thank Leslie S

hjhollier

San Carlos, California

Reviewed June 21, 2018 via mobile

Informative and fun

We stopped in Fredericksburg on the way to Williamsburg and so glad we found this great little museum! The two tour guides (Jillian and Abigail) did an excellent job - dressed in period clothing and “acting” their roles perfectly. They were both entertaining and informative....More

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hbarrett2018

Stafford, Virginia

Reviewed May 31, 2018 via mobile

Costly

We were excited to see and tour the 3 places but found it being costly $7 per person for each one. Sending the day in DC and touring around without spending an dime was hard to put $126 for all of us to enjoy the...More

2 Thank hbarrett2018

We are always looking for ways to improve. Please call our office at 540-373-5630 to discuss your experience. Thank you, Washington Heritage Museums

Dick S

Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States

3418

Reviewed May 27, 2018

Rising Sun

The knowledge of the folks giving the tour is amazing. The gave us so much history and stories about the Inn and the artifacts with in it. Totally worth a visit. Like other historic places in town, you are not allowed to take pictures inside...More

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Klamath87

Kennewick, Washington

5138

Reviewed May 18, 2018

Great guides and trivia

Learned a lot about colonial lodging (like multiple men shared a bed for the their stay). Fun place visit and learn a few things. The tour guides were in period dress and character tons of fun

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Deb C

Reviewed May 17, 2018 via mobile

Rising Sun Tavern

Very interesting, informative tour guide. Good for adults, but probably not very interesting for children unless they love history.

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Kelly C

Stafford, Virginia

145

Reviewed May 16, 2018

A step back in time

Interesting to hear so many things about how people traveled so long ago. Also how some of the things we say today were derived from events that happened back then. They are dressed in period costumes and talk about things as if you are a...More

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