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The Rising Sun Tavern

219 Reviews

#4 of 61 things to do in Fredericksburg

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Closed Now: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

1304 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401-3704

Open today: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Rising Sun Tavern General Admission Ticket

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4.5 219 reviews

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“fun facts”(6 reviews)

“younger brother”(4 reviews)

“their roles”(3 reviews)

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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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1304 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401-3704

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vacritter2000

250112

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

This was our favorite attraction

My husband and I visited the tavern through a combo ticket we bought that includes about 11 different attractions. We were able to attend about 4 or 5 this visit and this was by far my favorite. The people were very informative and the information...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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pught55

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Great history lesson

We just moved to Fredericksburg and wanted to learn more about its history. This tour was very good. The guide did a very good job of explaining the importance of The Rising Sun Tavern to the history of the town.

Date of experience: May 2018

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fairwayBarbie

Norman, OK

13826

Reviewed November 3, 2018 via mobile

Lear’s Where the Term “Bartender” Comes From!

The only thing that would make this tour better is if it were still a working tavern. It served as an inn and a tavern dating back to Revolutionary War days. The historically dressed tour guides do a great job of explaining how inns and...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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CajunWineaux

Texas

223231

Reviewed October 31, 2018

Interesting Tour and History

Great place to learn about what taverns were used for, and how they operated. Tour guide was ok...young guy and we could tell he was new at giving the tours, but he did ok and gave great information.

Date of experience: October 2018

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Patrick A

Reviewed October 23, 2018

Make history fun again!

Take this fun tour and you’ll learn about the perils of 18th century travel. Our guide, Ethan B., showed us that many “modern” expressions originated in colonial taverns including “Watch your Ps and Qs”. Recommended.

Date of experience: October 2018

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Magdalena7301

Richmond, Virginia

16390

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

Date of experience: August 2018

2 Thank Magdalena7301

GloriaA249

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

9422

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.

Date of experience: July 2018

1 Thank GloriaA249

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.

Date of experience: July 2018

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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

Date of experience: June 2018

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

Date of experience: June 2018

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