Williamsburg is full of things to do - visit the Restored Area, just a pleasant walk away, watch the kids squeal on the Griffon at Busch Gardens, take a cool splash at Water Country, shop to your heart's content at Williamsburg's many outlets, and lots more.
We'll be glad to help you plan your visit to the area - just give us
a call! In the meantime, here are a few links to some of Williamsburg's
wonderful
attractions.
Colonial Williamsburg General Information
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Website
Museums
Muscarelle Museum of Art at the College of William and Mary - The Muscarelle Museum of Art was accredited by the American Association of Museums in 1988 and received subsequent accreditation in 2000. The museum was the first university/college museum of art in the Commonwealth of Virginia to be accredited by the AAM, a distinction held until 2002.
Its mission is to provide a rich cultural resource for the
College and to pursue an active role in the overall cultural
life
of the region through
collections; outreach and educational programs;
research and study; and the
presentation of exhibitions and works of art. It
is accredited by the American Association of Museums, a distinction
held
by fewer than 5
percent of museums
in the U.S.
The
Mariner's Museum - You’ll find one of the largest international
maritime history museums filled to the crow’s
nest with prized artifacts that celebrate the
spirit of seafaring
adventure.
Explore
over 60,000 square
feet of gallery space with rare figureheads,
handcrafted ship models, Civil War ironclad USS
Monitor artifacts,
paintings, small craft
from around the
world, and much more.
The
Virginia Living Museum - Visitors to the
living museum encounter more habitats, wildlife
and plant
species than
would be encountered
in a lifetime
of outdoor adventures in Virginia. The exhibits
showcase all of the state’s
regions from the upland coves of the Appalachian
Mountains to the salty offshore waters of
the Atlantic Ocean and
feature more
than
245 different
animal species.
Virginia Air and Space Center - Take flight to the Virginia Air & Space Center, the visitor center for NASA Langley Research Center and Langley Air Force Base. Your imagination will soar as you launch a rocket, pilot a space shuttle, come face-to-face with the Apollo 12 Command Module, and a DC-9 passenger jet. Experience a 3D IMAX film in the Riverside IMAX Theater...you have to see it to believe it! There is always something new landing at the Virginia Air & Space Center!
Plantation Houses
James
River Plantations - Virginia Route
5 in Charles City County. The county,
strategically located
between the James
and Chickahominy
Rivers
and close
to the colonial capitals of Jamestown
and Williamsburg,
was the first westward expansion
of English-speaking America.
Sherwood Forest Plantation - Sherwood Forest Plantation was the home of the 10th U.S. President John Tyler from 1842 until his death in 1862. Sherwood Forest Plantation has been the continuous residence of the Tyler family since the President purchased it in 1842. Known to be the longest frame house in America, it is over 300 feet long. Sherwood Forest Plantation reflects the lifestyle of this mid-19th century Presidential family. Beautifully wooded landscape and 12 dependencies surround President Tyler's home.
Shirley Plantation - Shirley Plantation is Virginia's first plantation (1613) and one of the first economic engines of the new world. Only six years after John Smith's settlement at Jamestown, the crown grant carving Shirley Plantation out of the Virginia frontier was established. The chronicle of Shirley Plantation best exemplifies the period in our nation's history between the settlement at Jamestown in 1607 and the movement towards American independence from Great Britain in 1776. During its long history and under the leadership of one family, Shirley Plantation has survived the Indian Uprising, Bacon's Rebellion, the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and the Great Depression.
Attractions and Amusements
Busch Gardens Williamsburg - With dozens of thrilling rides and attractions, ten main stage shows, a wide variety of authentic foods and shops, and a magical children's area, Busch Gardens Williamsburg is the ticket to a world-class adventure.
Water
Country USA - Water Country USA is the mid-Atlantic's largest family
water play park, featuring state-of-the-art water rides and attractions
all set to a 1950s and '60s surf theme.
GO-KARTS Plus - GO-KARTS PLUS is Williamsburg, Virginia's premier family fun center featuring four go-kart tracks, miniature golf, blaster boats kiddieland, bumper cars, midway games, a snackbar, an arcade and more! Spin, soar and dive on THE DISK'O' a thrill ride from Italy. Try our newest ride the Python Pit Roller Coaster for the kids!
Pirate's Cove Adventure Park - Pirate's Cove , "the Original Adventure Golf," offers an unequaled miniature golf experience! The adventures and legends of infamous pirates come to life in our award-winning theme park settings. Putt your way through caves, over footbridges, and under cascading waterfalls, all amidst a fun-filled atmosphere of natural wonders, extraordinary landscaping, and enchanting pirate lore.
Golf
Kingsmill Golf - Championship courses designed by Pete Dye, Arnold Palmer, Tom Clark and two-time U.S. Open champion Curtis Strange. And fairways and greens for as long as there’s light to see. The lush, rolling hills of our brilliantly designed courses challenge golfers at all skill levels. Need help with your game? The staff at our Golf Academy will help you get more enjoyment out of your time on the course.
Williamsburg
National - The settlers to Williamsburg’ Historic Triangle
found great beauty and faced noble challenges in nearby Jamestown and Yorktown.
At Williamsburg National, we honor those two nearby historic sites with our
existing Nicklaus designed Jamestown Course and in July of 2007 our new Yorktown
Course designed by Tom Clark. Both courses offer their own “great beauty” and “noble
challenges” as today’s visitors enjoy golfing at
the award-winning Williamsburg National Golf Club.
Evening Entertainment
New
Town Cinemas - local movie theater
The Williamsburg Players - Local theater productions.
J.M.Randall's - JM Randall's Classic Grill is a restaurant and nightclub known as the premier host to some of the hottest in talents this side of Beale Street. Our great food is as hot as the live entertainment and our hospitality is as natural as our smiles.
Williamsburg Ghost and Lantern Tours - If it is colonial history you are interested in, you will hear the stories of people and events of this colonial capitol, and walk in the footsteps of some of those who most shaped the course of our wonderful nation.