A replica carraige in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia
Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia (courtesy, Colonial Williamsburg)

Williamsburg Family Travel Tips

  • Time-travel back to the 18th century at Colonial Williamsburg.
  • Experience the life of the first colonists at Jamestown.
  • Celebrate the 225th anniversary of the battle of Yorktown.
  • Get tossed, twirled, and whirled at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.
  • Cool off from hot Old Dominion summer days at Water Country USA.


Family Overview: Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown, Virginia

Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown, known collectively as Virginia's historic triangle, are connected by the 23-mile Colonial Parkway, making it easy to hit all three of these major Virginia landmarks. In this area, discover the progression of American history from the first settlement at Jamestown to the flowering of colonial culture and the beginnings of a revolution at Williamsburg to the final triumph over the British at Yorktown. The statewide Jamestown 2007 celebrations, marking the 400th anniversary of the settlement, begin May 2006 and extend into fall 2007 (visit www.jamestown2007.org for more information).Read More

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Kingsmill Resort - Hotel

1010 Kingsmill Rd.
Williamsburg23185

Distance: 3.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg - Hotel

549 East Rochambeau Drive
Williamsburg23188-2148

Distance: 5.5 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

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Woodlands Hotel and Suites - Hotel

105 VISITORS CENTER DRIVE
Williamsburg23185

Distance: 0.7 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars
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Attractions


National Aquarium in Baltimore

On the harbor
501 E. Pratt St
Baltimore, Maryland 21202

Distance: 139.6 mi. (from destination center)
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Jefferson Memorial

On Ohio Dr. SW, at the south shore of the Tidal Basin, in West Potomac Park
Washington, District of Columbia 20037

Distance: 112.8 mi. (from destination center)
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National Air and Space Museum

On Independence Ave. SW, between 4th and 7th sts., on the south side of the Mall, with entrances on Jefferson Dr. or Independence Ave
Washington, District of Columbia

Distance: 113.1 mi. (from destination center)
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Airports

Major Airports near Williamsburg

Distance (mi.)
Richmond International Airport/Byrd Field 37.1map
Norfolk International Airport 38.0map
Washington Ronald Reagan National Airport 110.7map

Other Smaller Airports near Williamsburg

Distance (mi.)
Hampton/Williamsburg Newport News/Williamsb Airport 14.9map
Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport 98.2map
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport 112.5map
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Vacation Home near Beach with Internet, Pet-Friendly

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 12
Amenities: Child Friendly, DVD Player, Deck, Internet Access, Laundry, Pets OK, Phone, Sunroom


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