Colonial Williamsburg
United States
Virginia
Overview
Colonial Williamsburg is a living-history museum with restored and re-created buildings from America's colonial period.
Best Time to Visit
March to May, September to November
Suggested Itineraries
Colonial Williamsburg Experience
Tour the reconstructed royal governor's residence
Watch colonial craftsmen at work
Where colonial Virginia's legislature met
Ghost tours or colonial games
Two Days in Colonial Williamsburg
Day 1
Palace tour and formal gardens
Blacksmith, silversmith, apothecary
Day 2
Day trip to first English settlement
Revolutionary War victory site
"Every journey to Colonial Williamsburg begins with a single step"
Must See & Do
Local Cuisine to Try
Popular Dishes
Vegetarian Options
Vegan Options
Kid-Friendly Options
Travel Tips
- Buy multi-day passes for better value
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Interact with costumed interpreters
Getting There
Closest Airport
Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport
Code: PHF
25 km from Williamsburg
Public Transport
Limited, mostly walking within historic area
- •Historic area shuttles
- •Walking
By Car
Take I-64 to Williamsburg (25 minutes)
Parking at visitor center, shuttle to historic area
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