Historic Old Manteo Candlelight Walking Tour

About

Few places in the country carry as much history as The Outer Banks of North Carolina. On this walk through charming downtown Manteo, tour guides bring the past to life, covering the Wright Brothers’ first flight near Kitty Hawk, Virginia Dare as the first child born of English Parentage, pirates, a Freedman's Colony in Manteo, and a lawman known by a distinctive historical title.

The tour also explores notable homes around town, the “old” courthouse, and the five significant fires that transformed the waterfront. Andy Griffith’s view of Manteo as the real Mayberry is part of the story as well. The page includes colorful historical references and a folksy farewell associated with Andy Griffith.

The tours welcome every age group. Tour guides are particularly skilled at making the candlelight walks both entertaining and informative.

Address: 107 Budleigh Street Manteo, NC 27954

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• Kid Friendly