Colonial Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg
The beautiful city of Williamsburg VA is a family destination significant for much more than just its' prestigious historical past. Williamsburg, Yorktown VA, and Jamestown Virginia make up the Historic Triangle of Virginia and are also well represented by world-class accommodations, attractions, restaurants, and golf.
Over 4,000,000 people go to the Colonial Williamsburg area every year to experience the award-winning, authentic, interactive excursions of the times and lives of our colonial ancestors.
Williamsburg is well-known for Colonial Williamsburg, the restored Historic Area of the city, and for the adjacent College of William Mary College, established in 1693, the second-oldest university in the United States.
The Historic Triangle of Virginia, which also includes Jamestown and Yorktown, is among the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with Williamsburg located in the center. The three are linked by the National Park Service's Colonial Parkway, a 23 mile-long National Scenic Byway which is carefully shielded from views of commercial development. The toll-free Jamestown Ferry is located at the southern end of the Colonial Parkway.
This historic area not only boasts the history but also features some of the nicest attractions in whole eastern United States. Some of the Williamsburg attractions includes;
Busch Gardens Virginia
is a premier theme park with amusement park rides, shows and attractions. Has been voted the " World's Most Beautiful Theme Park".
Water Country USA, Williamsburg, the mid-Atlantic's largest water play park, features water rides, slides and entertainment. The whole water park is set to a 1950s and 1960s surf theme.
Go Karts Plus , Williamsburg, Virginia. A true family action park, enjoy driving go-karts on four major tracks, miniature golf, bumper boats and kiddieland.
Presidents Park Williamsburg is an educational and artistic outdoor museum dedicated to preserving our American heritage. The park features 18-20 foot tall busts of all 43 of our United States Presidents in a relaxed garden setting along a beautifully landscaped pathway.
The historic area provides world class accommodations. From unique Williamsburg lodging like
Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg
- elegant suits with the indoor water park on the facility and Colonial Taverns - ideal for the guests who wish to fully immense themselves in the 18th Century to modern hotels like Wendmore Place hotel.
Or perhaps you like to spend your romantic vacation at Williamsburg Va
bed and breakfast or one of the Williamsburg Inns. Some of the other Williamsburg VA hotels.
There are also many shopping areas nearby, at
Williamsburg Prime Outlets
or at
Williamsburg Outlet Mall buy name brand items for almost 25% off than the regular stores. For unique shopping experience visit the famous Williamsburg Pottery Factory and Williamsburg Antique Mall.
For wine lovers the area features the beautiful
Williamsburg Winery.
The 50+ acres of vineyards which surround the winery offer a beautiful backdrop to the Old World-style village where the winery is located. Most of the wines have historical references listed on the back of each bottle.
Daily guided tours are available, the tour includes the video presentation on grape growing and winemaking, a stroll through the barrel cellar and a visit to the production area. Wine tastings are also available by appointment only in the private wine cellar. Also wine shop is available on premises.
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