Williamsburg Virginia Tourism

No where does 400+ years of American heritage come to life more vividly than in the Williamsburg area of Virginia.

Visitors can explore America’s 1607 colonial beginnings at Jamestown, then experience life on the eve of the American Revolution at Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia’s reconstructed 18th-century capital. From 1699 through the Revolution, this diverse city served as a powerful center of commerce, culture, and politics. Authentically restored, Colonial Williamsburg and its historical interpreters, tradespeople, interactive programs and Revolutionary City street theater put you in the center of our nation’s struggle toward democracy and independence. A short drive away is Yorktown, where the decisive battle of the Revolutionary War was won.

The charm of Old World Europe blends with the excitement of 21st century technology, thrill rides and family entertainment at nearby Busch Gardens Williamsburg, voted the world’s most beautiful theme park for 20 consecutive years.

The Historic Triangle of Williamsburg/Jamestown/Yorktown also offers some of the nation’s most scenic parks, byways, nature trails and waterways for enjoying a wide range of outdoor activities, including boating, canoeing, and kayaking; birding and fishing; cycling and trail biking; horseback riding; walking and hiking. The area is also home to more than 14 award-winning golf courses, several of which are surrounded by Audubon sanctuaries.

A favorite shopping spot, the area offers everything from antiques, artisans and quality reproductions to great contemporary bargains. Williamsburg Premium Outlets and Williamsburg Outlet Mall provide savings of up to 70% at more than 160 designer- and brand-name outlet shops. The Williamsburg Pottery Factory is a 100+ acre bonanza with factory outlets, unique baskets, pottery, housewares, custom framing, gardening items, Virginia and international foodstuffs and wines of every variety.