EXPERIENCE HISTORY LIKE NEVER BEFORE IN COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG, VA

Early American settlement began in Virginia’s Historic Triangle, made up of Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown. Within the city of Williamsburg lies an historic district beyond comparison—Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia.

History comes alive in Colonial Williamsburg—the birthplace of the American Revolution—as people revisit the buildings and go on interactive tours of some of the earliest history known to the New World. The reconstructed town brings visitors back to the 18th century—back to a time when well-to-do females wore petticoats beneath their full-length silk gowns and Colonial Williamsburg was buzzing with the murmurs of revolution.

Many buildings and sites have been meticulously reconstructed in Colonial Williamsburg to reflect the true heritage of this early American town. Visitors are invited to tour the dignified buildings of that day, such as the Capitol, the Governor’s Palace and the Courthouse as well as some of the less-stately small shops and taverns of the era.

Visitors looking to simply stroll through the streets of this captivating district are invited to do so free of charge at any hour of the day or night. The full experience, however, involves exploring the historic buildings, inside and out, attending live performances and getting a true feel for what life was really like in colonial Virginia.

With such abounding charm and a wealth of historical significance in this quaint town, there’s no wonder why people from all over the nation flock to Colonial Williamsburg, VA to experience American heritage like never before.

We do hope that you will stay with us during your visit to Williamsburg!