Vacation Planner - Williamsburg 2016
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Vacation Planner - Williamsburg 2016
AMERICA’S HISTORIC TRIANGLE Williamsburg . Jamestown . Yorktown VACATION PLANNER Alliance & Serenity Tall Ship Cruises Watermen’s Museum Alewerks Brewing Co. Go-Karts Plus – Route 143 Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! High Street New Town U.S. Army Transportation Museum ad Neck Tr. Williamsburg Jamestown Airport well Ro Williamsburg Winery Mounts Bay Road Lake Po Jockey’s Eco Discovery Park Riverside Hospital Marclay Rd. Marcla Brookwood Dr. Williamsburg Premium Outlets Kingsmill Table of Contents 26IMuseums 27IAmusements & Entertainment 30IShopping 37IArts & Artisans 43IGolf 46IOutdoor Adventure 49IDining 56IWhere to Stay 64ITours, Transportation & Services 68IFeatured Events Vacation Planner 2 IIntroduction 4 IBusch Gardens 6IColonial Williamsburg 10IHistoric Jamestowne 12IJamestown Settlement 14IWater Country USA 16IHistoric Yorktown 18IYorktown Battlefield 20IYorktown Victory Center 22ICollege of William & Mary 23IAdditional Attractions 24IPlantations Yorktown, Virginia, Schooner Alliance 1 Introduction Vacation Planner 2 Colonial Williamsburg I N T RODUC T ION P erhaps nowhere else does the exciting story of America come to life more vividly than in America’s Historic Triangle: Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown. Located a short two-hour drive from Washington, in Virginia’s Tidewater region, the Historic Triangle is a travel destination unlike any other in the country. A visit here affords the unique opportunity to travel back through our country’s history, while also offering award-winning theme parks, world-class museums and art galleries, fabulous shopping and dining, outstanding golf and some of the most scenic nature trails and waterways in the country. These and countless other exciting and fun activities make the Williamsburg area the perfect vacation for everyone in the family. Whether your plans call for a weekend getaway, or a week-long escape from your everyday life, you will find a welcoming community of genuine charm and hospitality awaiting you in the Williamsburg area. Visit www.VisitWilliamsburg.com or call 800.368.6511. For assistance with lodging reservations, please call 888.831.7418. Visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/wmbgVA Busch Gardens’ Italy 3 Vacation Planner Attractions Busch Gardens Vacation Planner 4 Busch Gardens’ Verbolten BU SC H GA R DE NS ® T ake your family to a place where fun comes naturally, Busch Gardens® Williamsburg. Everyone will enjoy the thrilling rides, captivating shows and animal encounters. The world’s most beautiful theme park has something for everyone. Soar like an eagle and howl on great coasters like Apollo’s Chariot® and Griffon ®. Discover shared family fun playing with your littlest ones at Sesame Street® Forest of Fun™. And nowhere is the spirit of discovery more alive than on Verbolten®, the breathtaking, multisensory thrill ride through the Black Forest. It’s the naturally fun combination that helps remind us, we may live in houses, but we’re born for Busch Gardens. Planning a Busch Gardens vacation has never been easier. Seasonal park packages are available and include tickets, accommodations and complimentary in-park dining options. To start planning your vacation today, visit buschgardensvacations.com or call 800.343.7946. E xperience Busch Gardens® in Williamsburg, Virginia in a whole new light during Busch Gardens Christmas Town™. With its mix of holiday traditions, dazzling shows and one-of-akind gift ideas, Christmas Town has become a tradition for anyone interested in family-friendly holiday entertainment. Christmas Town lets families put aside the hustle and bustle of the season and focus on creating memories that will last a lifetime. Families bundled up under a star-filled sky can sip peppermint fudge hot chocolate and gaze at more than seven million twinkling lights that stretch as far as the eye can see. Children can meet Santa in his amazing workshop filled with treasures he has collected from all over the world. Christmasthemed performances and a 50-foot Christmas tree with lights that dance to a booming musical score round out a visit to the world’s most beautiful theme park decorated for Christmas. Planning a Busch Gardens vacation has never been easier. Seasonal park packages are available and include tickets, accommodations and complimentary in-park dining options. To start planning your vacation today, visit buschgardensvacations.com or call 800.343.7946. Busch Gardens C H R I ST M A S TOW N ™ : A BU SC H GA R DE NS ® C E L E BR AT ION Vacation Planner Oktoberfest during Busch Gardens’ Christmas Town 5 Colonial Williamsburg Vacation Planner 6 Playing Hoops & Sticks on the Palace Green J oin our city of Dreamers, Idealists, Rebels and Loyalists. Take part in the action when you discover Colonial Williamsburg and immerse yourself in the 18th-century capital city of Virginia. Guests of all ages will enjoy exploring the Revolutionary City and meeting residents living in this tumultuous period of our nation’s history. The world-class museums offer intriguing exhibits, lively lectures and hands-on activities for kids. Experience one of more than 20 guided and self-guided tours — included in your admission ticket — offered daily. Enter the homes and gardens of Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents, get a firsthand perspective from a museum curator or see the city by foot on a walking tour. Opportunities for adventure abound, but how you choose to spend your visit is up to you. Become a resident of a city on the verge of war — or in the midst of it — as you explore the government buildings, shops, homes, gardens and taverns of the Revolutionary City. Meet the locals — townspeople, tradespeople, shopkeepers, political figures, women and slaves — and learn of their hopes, struggles and fears in these uncertain times. Buzzing with political discussion and dispute, the city comes alive. Enter the residents’ homes or learn about their workplaces; see where they sleep, where they eat and where they socialize. Colonial Williamsburg C OLON I A L W I L L I A M SBU RG Vacation Planner Artillery in the Revolutionary City 7 Colonial Williamsburg Vacation Planner 8 Revolutionary City Explore the buildings where revolutionary ideas were born, discussed and disputed. From the imposing Governor’s Palace, meant to signal British order and power, to the Capitol, where a successful vote initiated American independence — these brick structures hold the city’s past, present and future. See how and where the residents of Williamsburg made a living. From a thriving Public Armoury churning out weapons to the shop of a tailor looking for a new source for fabrics — hear how the economy was affected by the Revolutionary War. or creating a work of art to take home — kids will find memorable hands-on experiences throughout the Revolutionary City. Whether marching with the Fifes and Drums, playing the latest version of the citywide spy game, RevQuest: Save the Revolution! Enhance your evenings with music, dancing, games, shows and ghostly tales. A wide variety of evening programs takes your visit well past sunset. In between adventures, stop at one of the historic dining taverns for lunch. These unique eateries offer a variety of traditional food and drinks set in the backdrop of 18th-century America. Adjacent to the Revolutionary City, the shops of Merchants Square offer an incredible selection of handcrafted items, gourmet foods, fine wine, clothing, toys and much more. Colonial Williamsburg also provides superior recreational opportunities. Challenge yourself to a round of golf at the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club, named one of the “Top 100 Resort Courses in America,” or relax at the award-winning Spa of Colonial Williamsburg. Try your hand at tennis or see the Revolutionary City by bike. Choose to stay in the middle of the action at one of the six Colonial Williamsburg hotels. Enjoy world-class lodging and amenities, get special ticket pricing and more — plus benefits including preferred reservations, exclusive events and complimentary shuttle service to area attractions. For additional information, visit www.colonialwilliamsburg.com or call 855.541.6959. Colonial Williamsburg Experience the distinctive collections and exhibitions at the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg. Take a guided tour of the bold colors, simplified shapes and imaginative surface patterns that are characteristic of folk art. Discover what a curator can tell you about furnishings, portraits, tableware and other decorative household items. Or, explore the Williamsburg home of the Rockefeller family and see more of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller’s personal folk art collection. Vacation Planner Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum 9 Historic Jamestowne Vacation Planner 10 Voorhees Archaearium located at Historic Jamestowne W alk in the footsteps of Captain John Smith, Pocahontas and the colonists who settled the first permanent English colony in North America in 1607. Start at the Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center which houses exhibits, a store and a multi-media presentation highlighting Jamestown’s 92-year run as capital of Virginia (1607–1699). From the visitor center, explore this original site of James Fort where you are allowed close access to the archaeological digs (April-October). Join in the moment of discovery as Preservation Virginia archaeologists uncover the settlement’s remains. The Voorhees Archaearium, Jamestown’s archaeology museum, displays artifacts excavated from James Fort and tells the story of the settlement. Here, follow the story of a fourteen-year-old English girl named ‘Jane’ by the archaeologists. Her partial remains discovered in 17th-century trash deposit from “the starving time” of 1609-10 confirm the first scientifically-proven occurrence of survival cannibalism in Colonial America. Join a ranger or archaeology walking tour or stroll the island. Remnants of the settlement are visible, including the 17th-century brick church tower and archaeological remains of 1620s New Towne. View the Memorial Church, statues and monuments which commemorate important personalities and events of Virginia’s first capital. Enjoy lunch at the café overlooking the James River and soak up the island’s natural environment observing eagles, herons and white-tailed deer. From the Visitor Center, drive the five-mile Island Drive. Waysides explain how the early settlers lived and survived in this environment. Don’t miss a stop at the Glasshouse of 1608 to observe artisans practicing glassmaking, an early industry attempted at Jamestown. THE COLONIAL PARKWAY This scenic, 23-mile roadway connects Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown, three icons of America’s historic past. Turnouts provide glimpses of Tidewater Virginia’s natural beauty and afford spectacular views of the James and York Rivers. Administered by the National Park Service as part of Colonial National Historical Park, the Colonial Parkway has been named an All-American Road by the U.S. Department of Transportation, one of only 27 roads nationwide so designated. Visit www.historicjamestowne.org or call 757.856.1250 for more information. Historic Jamestowne H I STOR IC JA M E STOW N E Vacation Planner John Smith Statue 11 12 Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation Vacation Planner Jamestown Settlement Y our visit to Jamestown Settlement starts with 1607: A Nation Takes Root, a docudrama film that chronicles Jamestown’s origins in England, the colonists’ struggle to survive and thrive in Virginia, their interaction with the Powhatan Indians and the arrival in 1619 of the first Africans, from the kingdom of Ndongo in Angola. Comprehensive gallery exhibits build on the theme of converging cultures and describe world events and social and economic conditions that led to the English colonization of America and the formation of the Virginia Company that sponsored Jamestown with a goal of earning its investors a profit. Exhibits trace the development of the Virginia colony from a humble outpost in 1607 to a politically and economically secure entity. Find out about the cultivation of tobacco, the cash crop that ensured the colony’s survival, and the evolution of social and government institutions throughout the 17th century, while Jamestown served as Virginia’s capital. Outdoors, at a re-created Powhatan Indian village, learn how the Powhatan people farmed, hunted, fished and gathered to obtain materials needed for housing, clothing and food. Take part in activities Pocahontas would have helped with as a child, like grinding corn and making cordage. At the museum pier, board the Susan Constant, Godspeed or Discovery, replicas of the three ships that transported the original Jamestown colonists to Virginia in 1607. A seasonal riverfront discovery area provides information about European, Virginia Indian and African economic activities associated with water, including navigation, boatbuilding, fishing, commodities and trade. Within a triangular wooden palisade, the re-created James Fort interprets the settlement during 1610-14, reflecting its military and commercial character. See a “settler” load and fire a matchlock musket, a blacksmith forge tools or a carpenter work with wood. Gift shops and café on museum premises. Combination ticket available year-round with the Yorktown Victory Center, a museum of the American Revolution. Special events and programs are offered throughout the year. Visit www.historyisfun.org or call 888.593.4682 for more information. Jamestown Settlement JA M E STOW N SE T T L E M E N T Vacation Planner Powhatan Indian Village 13 14 Water Country USA Vacation Planner Water Country USA D ive into refreshing summertime fun at Water Country USA®, Virginia’s largest water park. Just three miles west of Busch Gardens, Water Country USA has state-of-the-art water rides and resort-style amenities. Guests are in for an epic journey on the park’s newest thrill ride – Colossal Curl™, which debuts in Spring 2014. True to its name, this mega slide promises to deliver a high-adrenaline, family-friendly, action-packed adventure. Colossal Curl features a funnel element that will swish and swirl guests before whisking them through the ride’s enclosed colorful tubes on their way to a wave element that hurtles them high above the park. Of course, there are plenty of places to relax. Soak up the sights while cruising along Hubba Hubba Highway®, a free-floating river ride through drenching coconuts, water spraying effects and cool geysers. Cool off in Surfer’s Bay wave pool or explore the water playground with your kids at H2O UFO®. Splash back and relax or experience the latest in super-soakin’ thrills at Water Country USA. Planning a Busch Gardens vacation has never been easier. Vacation packages include tickets, accommodations and complimentary in-park dining options. To start planning your vacation today, visit buschgardensvacations.com or call 800.343.7946. Water Country US A WAT E R C OU N T RY U SA ® Vacation Planner Water Country USA’s Vanish Point 15 16 Historic Yorktown Vacation Planner Historic Yorktown O ne of the true jewels of the Historic Triangle is Historic Yorktown, which has equal measures of history and charm, all in a breathtaking Riverfront setting. Travel back in time, then savor the present at this waterfront destination for history, shopping, outdoor recreation, fine dining and special events. Come for a day, a weekend or longer. On the waterfront, visit the Watermen’s Museum, which tells the story of the men and women who settled the Chesapeake Bay area and earned a living from the tributaries that feed it. Yorktown is also the home of several fine antique shops, art galleries and charming restaurants all nestled in the village and overlooking the York River. Don’t miss the free trolley that operates daily spring through fall. To add to the charm of your visit, take a sunset sail on the York River aboard the Schooner Alliance or take the kids on a fun-filled pirate sail aboard the Schooner Serenity. Take a guided Segway tour of historic Main Street, or rent a bicycle, paddleboard or kayak for a self-guided tour. Stroll along the scenic riverwalk where you can relax on the beach, soak up the sun or attend one-of-a-kind programs such as Market Days, beach music and jazz concert series, or enjoy the patriotic sounds of the Fifes and Drums. Part history, part adventure, Historic Yorktown has something to offer everyone. On the shores of the York River, Riverwalk Landing links the Yorktown Victory Center and Yorktown Battlefield, two museums showcasing the decisive battle fought here during the Revolutionary War. This beautiful waterfront development, designed in the spirit of colonial architecture, is reflected in the town’s historic buildings and features specialty shops, riverfront dining, an outdoor performance venue and free parking. The waterfront is also home to two piers — one for medium cruise ships and tall ships, the other for personal watercraft. Visit www.visityorktown.org or call 757.890.3300 for more information. Historic Yorktown H I STOR IC YOR KTOW N Vacation Planner Yorktown Trolley 17 18 Moore House Vacation Planner Yorktown Battlefield T he British surrendered; Independence was won. Yorktown Battlefield is the site of the final major clash of the American Revolutionary War and symbolic end of the colonial period of our nation’s history. On these fields in the fall of 1781, General George Washington and his allied American and French army surrounded and besieged General Charles Lord Cornwallis’ British and German forces at the port of Yorktown. The ensuing British surrender resulted in the war’s end, resulting in Great Britain acknowledging independence from the United States of America. Administered by the National Park Service as part of Colonial National Historical Park, the Yorktown Battlefield allows visitors the unique opportunity to follow in the footsteps of General Washington and walk the actual ground where these important historic events took place. In the Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center, walk the quarterdeck of a full-sized replica of a British warship and examine a collection of artifacts from the battle, including a variety of flags and weapons surrendered by the British at the end of the siege. Be sure to see the exhibit of tents used by General Washington during the campaign. The tents are housed in a state-of-the-art exhibit case, allowing visitors to not only view the tents, but actually enter the walls within which General Washington planned one of the most momentous events in our nation’s history. Walking tours of the battlefield and the historic town are offered on a daily basis. A seven-mile, self-guided driving tour winds through the cannons, fortifications and markers of the battlefield for a chronological tour of the siege. See original and reconstructed earthworks and siege lines. At Surrender Field, stand on the very site where the British troops laid down their arms on October 19, 1781 and effectively ended the American Revolutionary War. The National Park Service also operates historic houses and sites in the village of Yorktown. Visit www.nps.gov/colo or call 757.898.2410 for more information. Yorktown Battlefield YOR KTOW N BAT T L E F I E L D Vacation Planner Artillery at Yorktown Battlefield 19 Yorktown Victory Center Vacation Planner 20 Yorktown Victory Center – Photo by Momentum G ain a new appreciation and understanding of the nation’s beginnings at the Yorktown Victory Center, a museum of the American Revolution, near the battlefield where the decisive battle took place in the fall of 1781. America’s evolution from colonial status to nationhood is chronicled through a unique blend of thematic exhibits and outdoor living history that emphasizes the experiences of ordinary people. The introductory Declaration of Independence Gallery portrays the revolutionary document — including a July 1776 broadside printing — that inspired decisive action and attracted international attention. In the Witnesses to Revolution Gallery, you will encounter two African-American slaves who supported opposite sides, a Mohawk chief who struggled to keep his people neutral and a Virginia plantation owner who remained loyal to Britain. The witnesses theme continues in an evocative 18-minute film, A Time of Revolution. The Converging on Yorktown Gallery illustrates the movement of British, French and American troops in 1781 and the three-week siege at Yorktown that resulted in British capitulation and ensured American independence. The Legacy of Yorktown: Virginia Beckons examines how people from many different cultures, those in Virginia before the 1607 founding of Jamestown and those who arrived later, shaped a new society, and the emergence of the Constitution and Bill of Rights. In an outdoor re-created Continental Army encampment, historical interpreters may invite you to help prepare a cannon for firing or join a military drill. A re-created 1780s farm provides a look at how many Americans lived in the early years of the new nation. Visit the crop field and tobacco barn; explore the house and separate kitchen for a glimpse of domestic life; and help water the garden or “break” flax. The Yorktown Victory Center continues to welcome visitors as it undergoes a transformation over the next few years into the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Combination ticket available year-round with Jamestown Settlement, a museum of 17th-century Virginia. Gift shop on museum premises. Special events and programs are offered throughout the year. Visit www.historyisfun.org or call 888.593.4682 for more information. Yorktown Victory Center YOR KTOW N V IC TORY C E N T E R Vacation Planner Interpreting 1780s Domestic Farm Life 21 College of William & Mary Vacation Planner 22 Sir Christopher Wren Building C OL L E GE OF W I L L I A M & M A RY S troll the beautiful campus of America’s oldest college, the College of William & Mary. Chartered on Feb. 8, 1693 by King William III and Queen Mary II, the campus encompasses 1,200 acres including picturesque Lake Matoaka, Crim Dell and College Woods. Adjacent to the Historic Area of Colonial Williamsburg, the three buildings of the College’s colonial campus have been restored to their 18th-century appearance. Start your visit at the reception desk in the Sir Christopher Wren Building, the oldest college building in the United States. This magnificent structure was built between 1695 and 1699, before the city of Williamsburg was founded. The staff at the “Wren” will be able to direct you to other sites on campus. The President’s House, located adjacent to the Wren building, was erected in 1732 and has been used by every president of the College since. The College also offers the Muscarelle Museum of Art, host of visiting exhibitions and home to the museum’s own collection of over 4,000 works of art. Among the graduates of William & Mary are three U.S. presidents: Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe and John Tyler. Also among the distinguished graduates are U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Marshall and 16 signers of the Declaration of Independence, and George Washington received his surveyor’s certificate here. William & Mary has a long history of liberal arts education and a growing research and science curriculum that demonstrates a strong commitment to undergraduate research. Today the school’s enrollment tops 7,800 full-time students with a 12 to 1 student/ faculty ratio. It is recognized among the nation’s prestigious “Public Ivies,” and is ranked first among state institutions in terms of commitment to teaching. Visit online at www.wm.edu. A DDIT IONA L ATTR ACTIONS • Tap Room • Brewery 189-B Ewell Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.220.3670 ı www.williamsburgalewerks.com Operating Season: Year-Round Hours: Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–7:00 pm; Tours daily at 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm & 4:00 pm During Colonial times, ale, a top fermenting English beer, was a necessity of life. “We could not now take time for further search or consideration, our victuals being much spent, especially our beer, and it being now the 19th of September.” (Mayflower, 1620). Initially, the colonies imported beer for family consumption, sale or barter. Colonial Tavern beer was often brewed on premises. Over time, commercial brewing developed in the larger cities. AleWerks is Williamsburg’s only microbrewery, brewing handcrafted ales, traditional and contemporary, for the Commonwealth. Your visit options include a brewery tour (learn about beer’s long history, how it is brewed and taste a variety of Alewerks beers), shop the Brewery Store (buy beer for your lodging frig or to take home, and buy craft-beer related gifts for friends and family) or relax and have a pint in Alewerks’ Tap Room. Cheers! Alliance and serenity tall ship cruises Riverwalk Landing Pier, P.O. Box 238 Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.639.1233 · 888.316.6422 www.sailyorktown.com Operating Season: April to November Hours: Alliance Sails 3x Daily: 11:00 am, 2:00 pm; Sunset Sail time varies Pirate Cruises depart June–Sept Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 11:30 am Set Sail for Adventure aboard the Yorktown Schooners Alliance and Serenity! Relive sailing’s golden age as you cruise down the shores of the York River past the Battlefield where our country won its independence. Our knowledgeable crew will harmonize past with present as you view the Victory Monument, sight dolphins or osprey, sail by working watermen or perhaps see a naval warship or submarine! Bring the kids aboard the Pirate Ship Serenity for Captain Mayhem’s School of Piracy, or enjoy a peaceful sunset sail aboard the Alliance. Snacks and beverages available for purchase. For those who love history, yearn for romance, or want to give the kids a pirate sailing adventure, “Your Ship has just come in!” Advance reservations recommended. Berkeley Plantation 12602 Harrison Landing Road Charles City, VA · 23030 T: 804.829.6018 · 888.466.6018 www.berkeleyplantation.com Operating Season: Daily, Year-Round Hours: 9:30 am–4:30 pm Winter Hours: Jan–Mid-March 10:30 am –3:30 pm Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day Visit Berkeley, Virginia’s most historic plantation. On December 4, 1619, early settlers from England came ashore at Berkeley Plantation and observed the first official Thanksgiving in America. See the birthplace of Benjamin Harrison, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and President William Henry Harrison, “Old Tippecanoe”. “Taps” was composed at Berkeley when General McClellan headquartered 140,000 Union troops in 1862. Experience Berkeley’s famous hospitality, as did our nation’s early presidents. An architectural gem, the 1726 Georgian mansion is furnished with rare period antiques. Berkeley’s grounds are its crowning jewel. Five terraces of restored boxwood and flower gardens offer breathtaking vistas of the James River. Audio-visual program and museum exhibit are available. Enthusiastic guides in period costume conduct tours of the mansion daily. The gift shop, located in one of the plantation’s original outbuildings, has a unique collection of historical mementos and charming gifts. National Historic Landmark. Eco Discovery Park 2054 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.565.3699 ı www.ecodiscoverypark.org Operating Season: Year-Round Please call for hours Eco Discovery Park is your year-round destination for bike and kayak rentals. Bike or paddle areas where America’s founders once traveled; from Jamestown to Williamsburg and areas in between. We are located across from Jamestown Settlement and offer bike and kayak rentals, a full-service marina and a marina store stocked with cold beverages, snacks, ice cream, bait, tackle and boat supplies. Our close proximity to the Virginia Capital Trail and Jamestown Island make us the perfect location for a leisurely bike ride. If a longer mileage ride is your cup of tea, we have opportunities for you also. Take a ride on the Colonial Parkway to Yorktown and back — your chance for a long bike ride along the scenic York River. The cycling opportunities in our area are endless! If you prefer a quiet paddle along the historic Powhatan Creek, we are your kayak rental destination. Paddle the waterway where Captain John Smith and others traveled as they settled on Jamestown Island. Enjoy the peace and quiet as you view the many birds native to our area. Experience the natural beauty that surrounds Jamestown; explore by land or water; enjoy eagles, ospreys and herons in their natural habitat. Additional Attractions Brewery Store Vacation Planner AleWerks Brewing CO. 23 A DDI TIONA L ATTR ACT IONS Go-Karts Plus Vacation Planner Additional Attractions 6910 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.564.7600 ı www.gokartsplus.com Operating Season: Mid-Mar–Oct Hours: Please call or go online for hours. 24 Come celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Fun at GO-KARTS PLUS! Williamsburg’s premier family entertainment center features four exciting gokart tracks! Strap yourself into a Super Stockart for a race on a high-banked oval track or let the little ones burn it up on the Rookie Track. Race around the Figure 8 or the Euro Track and then spin, soar and dive on the DISK’O’ thrill ride from Italy. Be the captain of your own Blaster Boat or sink a hole-in-one on our “brand new” 18-hole Gold Rush themed miniature golf course! Fun stuff awaits children in Kiddie Land plus all our major tracks feature double-seater karts so a parent and child can share the racing experience. Check out the Bumper Cars, the Python Pit Kiddie Roller Coaster and our newest attraction – Gemstone Panning! We also offer Water Wars, an air-conditioned video arcade with the latest prize redemption games, and don’t forget to refuel on goodies at the Snack Bar. Our picnic pavilions accommodate family reunions, corporate gatherings and school groups. Ripley’s Believe it or Not® Museum & 4-D Theatre 1735 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.9220 www.WilliamsburgRipleys.com Operating Season: Year-Round Hours: Please call for hours Ripley’s Believe It or Not! ® Museum and 4-D Theater provides year-round family fun. Our Odditorium features eleven galleries with over 350 amazing, interactive exhibits. See an 8’ tall transformer and a 900 lb. Millennium Falcon, both made entirely from used car parts. Come face to face with an albino lion, a two-headed cow and a genuine shrunken head. For those that dare, try our spinning Vortex tunnel or Virginia’s only Impossible Laser Race. After you visit the museum, take a wild journey in our 4D Theater. Watch amazing 3D with multiple surprises — wind, water, snow and a whole host of added effects. Finish your visit in our candy shop, where you’ll find over 150 different flavors of candy. Rain or shine, Ripley’s is your year-round destination for the strange and bizarre! Whether you’re a kid, or just a kid at heart, GO-KARTS PLUS is a fabulous family fun destination. Be part of the fun and visit soon! The Mariners’ museum 100 Museum Drive · Newport News, VA · 23606 T: 757.596.2222 · 800.581.SAIL www.MarinersMuseum.org Operating Season: Year-Round Hours: Wed–Sat 10:00 am–5:00 pm; Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm The Mariners’ Museum, America’s National Maritime Museum, is one of the largest and most comprehensive maritime history museums in the world. For over 75 years, the Museum has illustrated the spirit of seafaring adventure, assembling a renowned and strikingly diverse collection of maritime artifacts, including figureheads, ship models, decorative arts and small craft from around the world. The remains of one of the most famous ships in history, the Civil War ironclad USS Monitor, have a permanent home in the USS Monitor Center at The Mariners’ Museum. This dramatic $30 million, 63,500 square foot facility lets visitors be a part of the action in a high-definition battle theater. Walk the deck of a full-scale Monitor replica, experience interactive exhibits and see notable artifacts such as the iconic rotating gun turret. Visitors will also enjoy The Mariners’ Park, which is the largest privately maintained park open to the public free of charge in the United States. Open daily from sunrise to sunset, the park and its 5-mile Noland Trail – which follows the shores of the 167-acre Lake Maury, provides people of all ages with the perfect place to walk, run or picnic. Sherwood Forest Plantation Route 5, John Tyler Memorial Highway P.O. Box 8 · Charles City, VA · 23030 T: 804.829.5377 · 804.201.7045 www.sherwoodforest.org Operating Season: Year-Round Hours: Grounds open Daily 9:00 am–5:00 pm; Mansion tours by appointment Home of John Tyler, 10th President of the United States, 1841-1845. This working plantation has remained the home of generations of Tyler’s and is now occupied by President Tyler’s grandson, Harrison Ruffin Tyler; three generations of Tyler men span four centuries. In 1845 President Tyler brought his bride, Julia Gardiner Tyler, of Gardiners Island, New York, to Sherwood Forest. With her came magnificent furnishings and objects of art which remain today. She added a 68 foot ballroom, which made Sherwood Forest the longest frame house in America – 301 feet. Twenty-seven-acre original yard and grounds by A.J. Downing contain many varieties of trees, America’s oldest Ginko and Poets Laurel planted by Thomas Jefferson. One of America’s most complete plantation grounds contains original barns for horses, milk house, wine house, servants house, law office, smoke house and overseers house. This National Historic Landmark is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Virginia Historic Landmark also. Plantation is 3500 acres under preservation and wildlife management. A DDIT IONA L ATTR ACTIONS Shirley Plantation 501 Shirley Plantation Road · Charles City, VA 23030 · T: 804.829.5121 · 800.232.1613 www.shirleyplantation.com Operating Season: Daily, Year-Round Hours: Mar–Nov 9:30 am–4:30 pm; Dec–Feb 10:00 am–4:00 pm; Sun Open 12:30 pm Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day Additional Attractions What separates Shirley Plantation from other attractions? Is Shirley Plantation just another historic house museum or attraction? You decide! Shirley Plantation is the most authentic and intact Colonial plantation in the country — Virginia’s first plantation (1613), America’s oldest family-owned business and one of the first economic engines of the New World. Through eleven generations, one family has continued to own, operate and work this grand southern plantation. The guided tour of the Great House highlights 375 years of family stories as well as original furnishings, portraits, silver and handcarved woodwork. Included with admission is access to leisurely explore seven original colonial outbuildings surrounded by open fields on the banks of the expansive James River. Today, Shirley continues to be a working plantation, a private family home, a family-owned business, a National Historic Landmark and a direct link between the past and the present. Founded in 2009, the membership driven Shirley Plantation Foundation manages daily operations and maintains Shirley’s availability to the public. The Williamsburg Winery 5800 Wessex Hundred · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.0999 ı www.williamsburgwinery.com Vacation Planner One of Virginia’s most acclaimed wineries in the heart of Colonial America. The Williamsburg Winery’s wine portfolio has been recognized by Decanter Magazine of London as some of the “Best Wines in the World” and have received numerous national and international awards. Begin your visit with a drive down the beautiful, tree-lined entrance surrounded by 38+ acres of vineyards and arrive at the old-world style building which houses the Winery. Here, tours of the facility and wine tastings are held daily, offering both traditional and reserve options. Guided tour includes a video presentation on viticulture and winemaking, a stroll through the barrel cellar, a visit to the production area, a stop in the wine museum and a tasting of seven wines served in an etched glass for you to keep. Reserve tours are available daily by appointment and include an indepth look into winemaking followed by a sampling of reserve wines, including the Winery’s flagship wine Adagio, in the Private Wine Cellar. Tasting only options are available daily without the tour. Wessex Hundred, the 300-acre farm that is home to The Williamsburg Winery, is also home to Wedmore Place, Café Provencal and The Gabriel Archer Tavern. OPEN DAILY FOR TOURS AND TASTINGS Jan–Feb: Mon-Fri: 11 am–5 pm (last tour 4 pm); Sat-Sun: 10 am–6 pm (last tour 5 pm) Mar–Dec: Mon-Sun: 10 am–6 pm (last tour 5 pm) Historic Area 25 A DDI TIONA L ATTR ACTIONS U.S. Army Transportation Museum Vacation Planner Additional Attractions 300 Washington Boulevard · Fort Eustis, VA · 23604 T: 757.878.1115 http://www.transchool.lee.army.mil/Museum/ Transportation%20Museum/museum.htm Operating Season: Year-Round Hours: Tues–Sun 9:00 am–4:30 pm; Closed Mondays and all federal holidays Watermen’s Museum 309 Water Street, P.O. Box 519 Yorktown, VA · 23690-0519 T: 757.887.2641 ı www.watermens.org Open Apr–Dec, Tues-Sun 10 am-4 pm Unique Gift Shop Inventory; Memberships Available; Major Activities and Events • Floating Folk Jam Monthly: 2nd Wed 5:30 pm Explore the world of Army transportation at the U.S. Army Transportation Museum. Throughout America’s military history the Army’s transportation soldiers have been “first in, last out.” Experience the history of Army transportation through its equipment and soldiers. From Conestoga wagons to trucks, trains, aircraft and uniforms of our branch history, learn about the Revolution, WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam and present day operations. Examine 200 years of Army Transportation history through exhibits, dioramas, models and full scale scenes. A new 18,000 square foot exhibit gallery expands the museum’s story of Korea, Vietnam and the Cold War. Visitors will get a glimpse of soldiers’ living conditions during Desert Storm and see an actual HMMWV used in Afghanistan. Located on Fort Eustis, an active Army installation, the Museum covers six acres of indoor and outdoor exhibits. • rograms/Events/Concerts: Thursdays & P Fridays: history, food, bands • Pirate Invasion: Apr 26-27; Pirate Banquets • Pirate Camps: Weekly: June 16–Aug 29 • Other Camps: Archeology/Nature/Explorer/Boatbuilding: June 16–Aug 29 • Cardboard Boat Regatta: July 19 • Oktoberfest: Oct 4 • Yorktown Days: Oct 17-18 • Watermen’s Chili Cook-off: Nov 9 • ecember 6: Oyster Roast begins; noon: Wine on the Water begins; 4 pm; D Lighted Boat Parade from our Deck: 6 pm Please note: All visitors to Fort Eustis must show valid photo ID (driver’s license) and vehicle registration at the Visitor’s Center. The Watermen’s Museum is a perfect addition to your visit of America’s Historic Triangle. We explain the role Chesapeake watermen played in shaping our nation. Located on the Yorktown waterfront, we also offer Carriage House and beach front patio rentals for special events and weddings. Virginia Living Museum 524 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard Newport News, VA · 23601 T: 757.595.1900 ı www.thevlm.org Operating Season: Year-Round Hours: Memorial Day–Labor Day 9:00 am–5:00 pm daily ı Winter Hours: Mon–Sat 9:00 am–5:00 pm; Sun Noon–5:00 pm View endangered red wolves. Get up close to a loggerhead turtle and jellyfish. See playful otters and frogs that change colors. Touch live spider crabs and fossilized dinosaur tracks. It’s all at the Virginia Living Museum, Newport News, where living exhibits depict Virginia’s natural heritage from the mountains to the sea. Experience a steamy cypress swamp and cool mountain cove. Explore the underwater world of the Chesapeake Bay and the underground realm of a limestone cave. Touch famous Bay creatures, plus enjoy hands-on activities. See spectacular views of the sun from the observatory. Venture into space in the state-of-the-art digital planetarium theater. Outdoors, stroll the boardwalk to view coastal birds, beavers, otters, coyotes and other animals in naturalized habitats. Butterfly garden, Virginia Garden and landscape plantings display an extensive array of native plants. Learn how to live, build and garden green in the Conservation Garden and Living Green House. Kids enjoy the Children’s Garden and Nature Playground. 20 minutes from Williamsburg at I-64, exit 258A. 26 Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Musuem Go Ape Treetop Adventure 27 Vacation Planner Amusements & Entertainment Vacation Planner Amusements & Entertainment A M U SE M E N T S & E N T E RTA I N M E N T 28 AMF Williamsburg Lanes The Comedy Club of Williamsburg 5544 Olde Towne Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.3311 ı www.amf.com/williamsburglanes 50 Kingsmill Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.286.9448 www.comedyclubwilliamsburg.com AMF Williamsburg Lanes is home of the Colonial Virginia Tournament. Featuring birthday parties, company celebrations and ladies’, mens’, youth and mixed leagues. Bumper bowling, extreme bowling, full bar and snack bar. The Comedy Club features the finest nationally touring, stand-up comedians working today. Our comedians are seen and heard on 24/7 Comedy Radio, Bob and Tom and XM Serious Satellite Radio, and on national TV on Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing, Showtime, HBO and David Letterman. Laughter is an instant vacation! Beyond Bricks Galaxy Tag (WISC Indoor Sports Complex) 4919 Courthouse Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.345.0266 ı www.beyond-bricks.com Beyond Bricks provides your master builder with an endless supply of educational and creative fun. Come play with the largest LEGO ® collection in Hampton Roads and take building with LEGO® bricks to the next level! 5700 Warhill Trail · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.476.7320 ı www.williamsburglasertag.com Galaxy Tag is a space-themed Laser Tag arena with over 4,400 square feet of playing area located in the Williamsburg Indoor Sports Complex (WISC). Visit us online or call 757.476.7320. Bounce House Go Ape treetop Adventure 3032 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.206.1858 ı www.bouncehouseplusgokarts.com 5537 Centerville Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 800.971.8271 ı www.goape.com Bounce House is one of Virginia’s Largest Indoor Inflatable Playgrounds. We provide a fun, safe and clean environment for children to play. Indoor Go-Karts, Birthday Parties, Walk-in Play, Groups, Field Trips, Full Concessions, Free Wi-Fi and corporate events and fund raising. One mile east of the Premium Outlets. Just minutes from downtown Williamsburg in Freedom Park! The 2-3 hour Go Ape experience spans the length of more than seven football fields with obstacles 40 feet above the ground, featuring a series of ziplines, Tarzan swings, rope ladders and bridges. Visit goape.com or call 800.971.8271 for more info. Catfish Cove Mini-golf Helen’s Place Photography 1799 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.9220 ı www.ripley.com/williamsburg 1205 Lightfoot Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.229.1702 ı www.helensplacephotography.com Enjoy the lazy days of summer at Williamsburg’s newest fishing hole, Catfish Cove. 18 holes of challenging family fun. Right next door to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Since 1990, Helen’s Place Photography has captured weddings, anniversaries, family reunions, tour groups and more. Let them create a visual memory of your visit to Williamsburg in their outdoor Portrait Park, inside their studio or at a location of your choice. Colonial HAUNTINGS Tour The Original “Ghosts of Williamsburg” ™ Candlelight tours 1001-A Richmond Road, Suite 1-W · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.258.3122 · 800.378.1571 ı www.williamsburgtours.com When darkness falls, another side of Williamsburg emerges ... it’s a different place after sunset — full of mystery and intrigue. Journey by candlelight through the streets of Colonial Williamsburg and hear eerie tales of Williamsburg’s only witch trial, Black Beard and much more. For groups of 15 or more. 601 Dam Lake Court · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.2094 · 877.62.GHOST ı www.theghosttour.com The blending of true storytelling and intriguing tales from the book “The Ghosts of Williamsburg”™ by L.B.Taylor, Jr. has made our Ghost Tour™ the most requested evening program in the Historic Area. Visit our website for tickets, tour info, photos and more! Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf Virginia Arts Festival 2001 Mooretown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.259.4600 ı www.piratescove.com 440 Bank Street · Norfolk, VA · 23510 T: 757.282.2800 · 877.741.2787 ı www.vafest.org Meet the challenge and discover the fun! Putt your way through winding mountain caves, over footbridges and under cascading waterfalls. Players of all ages and skill levels will enjoy two 18-hole, pirate-themed courses. Swashbuckling fun for the entire family! A spectacular weekend in one of America’s most charming historic settings! Each spring Williamsburg comes alive with unforgettable music and vocal performances as artists from around the world take center stage in the Virginia Room at the Williamsburg Lodge for the annual Virginia Arts Festival, May 23-25, 2014. Stonehouse Stables/ Lakewood Trails Williamsburg Players, Inc. The Williamsburg Players James-York Playhouse 200 Hubbard Lane · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 Box Office: 757.229.0431 ı www.williamsburgplayers.org We offer guided horseback riding year-round, weather permitting. A fun-filled environment for the whole family (ages 7 and above). A guide will take you for a ride on one of our horses. Please call to make reservations or check our website for more details. Celebrating its 56th season, the Williamsburg Players is the area’s oldest continuous community theatre. Professional quality theatrical productions are presented in a new 316-seat, handicap accessible venue where all seats provide an excellent view of the stage. Vacation Planner P.O. Box 58 · 2116-A Forge Road · Toano, VA · 23168 T: 757.566.0666 ı www.stonehousestables.com Amusements & Entertainment A M U SE M E N T S & E N T E RTA I N M E N T Eco Discovery Park 29 30 Williamsburg Pottery Vacation Planner Shopping New Town Williamsburg The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation ı P.O. Box 1776 · Williamsburg, VA · 23187 T: 757.220.7751 ı www.merchantssquare.org Hours: Individual store hours vary. 4801 Courthouse Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 www.NewTownWilliamsburg.com Hours: Open 365 days. Individual store hours vary. Check website for details. Unique Shopping. Fine Dining. Historic Charm. New Town is 365 acres of shopping, restaurants, entertainment, offices and homes located at the intersection of Ironbound Road and Monticello Avenue, just off Route 199, adjacent to the College of William & Mary and convenient to all the attractions. In New Town you’ll find quick eating spots and fine restaurants, an outdoor shopping mall with local stores and national chains, a 12-screen movie theater, medical and dental practices, banks and financial services, salons and gyms, coffee shops and art galleries, an urgent care facility, the regional Courthouse and U.S. Post Office, as well as offices for many of the area’s leading professional firms. Residential homes, condominiums and apartments are here too. New Town is a great place for kids and adults. We have lots of fun things for the whole family including parks, walking trails and plenty of free parking. Come spend an hour or the whole day – rain or shine. Make New Town Your Town. Inspired by the rich architectural heritage of the 18th century, Merchants Square blends the atmosphere found in the adjacent Historic Area of Colonial Williamsburg with 21st century shopping and dining. With more than 40 unique shops and restaurants, a day in Merchants Square offers an experience unlike any other. Featuring the best in personal service, high-quality merchandise, world-class food and shop owners who really care. From locally owned shops with upscale one-of-kind wares to name-brand favorites, Merchants Square offers a variety of shopping opportunities for all ages. From toy stores to men’s and women’s apparel, quality furniture to fine art, and Scottish kilts to country quilts, make your Williamsburg visit unforgettable. Enjoy both indoor and outdoor dining in Merchants Square’s many restaurants, offering five-star menu experiences to family friendly pizza parlors. Free wireless internet network is available for visitors, residents and students to enjoy. Vacation Planner Merchants Square Shopping Areas SHOPPI NG A R E A S 31 Vacation Planner Shopping Areas SHOPPI NG A R E A S 32 Riverwalk Landing Williamsburg Pottery Historic Yorktown Waterfront ı 425 Water Street · Yorktown, VA 23690 T: 757.890.3300 ı www.RiverwalkLanding.com Hours: Individual store hours vary by season. Call or visit website for details. 6692 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.564.3326 ı www.williamsburgpottery.com Open 9:00 am–9:00 pm Mon–Sat; 10:00 am–6:00 pm Sun, every day except Christmas. River Shop. River Dine. River View. At the Williamsburg Pottery, you will find a shopping experience like no other. Three stateof-the-art Marketplaces feature an array of merchandise at unbeatable values. Riverwalk Landing, a beautiful waterfront development designed in the spirit of colonial architecture reflected in the town’s historic buildings, offers a variety of shops and riverfront dining providing a day-long shopping, touring and dining experience. A one-mile pedestrian walkway with historical signs and markers link the Yorktown Battlefield and Yorktown Victory Center, two museums showcasing the historical, decisive battle fought here during the Revolutionary War. Retail shops offer custom jewelry, home décor, handcrafted art, tropical wines, beach sundries and more. Enjoy both indoor and outdoor waterfront dining featuring seafood, burgers, sandwiches, tapas, artisan pizzas and microbrew beers. Grab an ice cream cone or specialty latte and enjoy it as you stroll by the river or hop on one of our free trolleys. Take a guided Segway tour along historic Main Street, rent a bike or relax on a bench taking it all in. Enjoy a romantic sunset cruise on the York River, a family pirate sail, a fishing charter or an afternoon wine tasting. Plan your visit to coincide with festivities at the beautiful riverfront outdoor performance venue and enjoy a host of concerts and special events from farmer’s markets and wine festivals to beach music and jazz concert series and holiday events. In Gourmet Kitchen, you will find the Award-Winning wine shop, featuring free weekly wine tastings; VA’s finest, offering the best in locally grown foods; a myriad of cookware, diningware and kitchen gadgets; the Scoops® Ice Cream shop; TEEZ® shop featuring college and military apparel; and much more! Make your house a home in the Home Essentials Marketplace, where you will discover home decor, linens, furniture and lighting; framed art and the award-winning Custom Frame shop; artificial flowers and custom bridal and floral arrangements; souvenirs, gifts and other treasures. Come explore the Outdoor Living Marketplace to take home live plants, flags, garden and yard decor; and during the holiday season, visit the Seasonal Shop for the best in Holiday indoor and outdoor decor. Stop by the Au Bon Pain Cafe Bakery for a healthy, delicious meal after a fun day of shopping! Check their website for special events and live musical performances in the Courtyard. Shop at the Pottery, where they Dare to Compare: shoppers will always find the Guaranteed Lowest Prices on all merchandise. YANKEE CANDLE FLAGSHIP 5715 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.0702 ı www.premiumoutlets.com/williamsburg Hours: 10:00 am–9:00 pm Mon–Sat; 10:00 am–7:00 pm Sun Closed Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day For extended holiday hours, please visit the website. 2200 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.258.1002 · 877.616.6510 ı www.yankeecandle.com/flagship Hours: 10:00 am–6:00 pm Sun–Thurs; 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri–Sat Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day For special holiday events, please visit the website. Visit our Information Center located in the Food Court for the following services: Coupon Books, Gift Cards, Stroller Rentals, Wheelchairs and Ticketmaster. Far more than one of the world’s largest candle stores, Yankee Candle Village in Williamsburg is a shopping and entertainment paradise. There’s something for everyone to enjoy, from the animated musical performances of Hickory, Dickory and Dock to our NEW Wax Works, where guests can make their own candles and wax hands. Over in our Holiday Park, it snows indoors and every day is Christmas. Discover wonderful gifts, ornaments and toys in the holiday shops, plus visit Santa in his workshop. You’ll also find Virginia specialties, candy, home accents and, of course, America’s best loved candle™ in every style, size and fragrance you can imagine. Yankee Candle Village in Williamsburg is a place unlike any other, where everyone leaves with a smile. Williamsburg Premium Outlets offers the largest collection of designer and brand-name outlet stores in the region. Visitors can enjoy shopping at 135 stores including Adidas, Banana Republic, Burberry, Coach, Cole Haan, Dooney and Bourke, Gap, Guess, J.Crew, Michael Kors, Nike, The North Face, Polo Ralph Lauren, Under Armour and many more in an appealing village setting. You’ll find impressive savings of 25% to 65% every day from leading designer and name brands. Plan to grab lunch in the Food Court or at one of our sit-down restaurants and make a day of it! Visit our website to become a VIP member for online coupons, group information and shop & stay packages. Williamsburg Premium Outlets is located just off Interstate 64 and easily accessible from the DC area via Amtrak with local bus connections and just minutes away from Busch Gardens and Colonial Williamsburg. Make us a destination for your group tours and we know your guests will agree that Yankee Candle Village Williamsburg is a magical experience. Vacation Planner Williamsburg Premium Outlets Shopping Areas SHOPPI NG A R E A S 33 Vacation Planner Shops SHOP S 34 Belk of Windsormeade marketplace Closet envy 4900-3 Monticello Avenue · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.220.9143 409 West Duke of Gloucester Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.0456 ı www.shopclosetenvy.com Outstanding top fashion brand apparel, shoes, accessories, cosmetics and home furnishings at Windsormeade Marketplace in Williamsburg. Giftwrap, convenient credit plans, a gift registry, plus other services make shopping at Belk convenient and enjoyable. Closet Envy is a must-see shop for fashion forward women’s designs. For anyone who desires the latest in limited quantity fashion apparel and accessories, this is “fashion to die for” with an emphasis on just the right look for business, party or play. Bella Fine Lingerie & Loungewear COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG STORES 427 Duke of Gloucester Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.8440 ı www.bellafinelingerie.com P.O. Box 1776 · Williamsburg, VA · 23187-1776 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com Bella offers a tasteful selection of the finest European and USA crafted lingerie. Featuring Cosabella, Chantelle, Aubade, Natori, Hanro and more. We specialize in foundation fittings. Bands 30-44, cups AA-H. Located in historic Merchants Square. Twenty distinctive stores throughout the Revolutionary City, Merchants Square and the Visitor Center. Each a unique shopping experience. Home furnishings, gifts and seasonal items inspired by the 18th century, as well as authentic reproductions. Purchases help support The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. The Campus shop Danforth Pewter 425 Prince George Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.4301 ı www.williamsburgshopping.com 417 West Duke of Gloucester Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.3668 · 800.222.3142 ı www.danforthpewter.com The Campus Shop is your source for licensed College of William & Mary merchandise. We specialize in sweatshirts, T-shirts, baseball bats, youth clothing, souvenirs, mugs and other officially licensed gifts at reasonable prices. Located in Merchants Square. Danforth Pewter offers a wide variety of gifts, all handcrafted in the USA. The store on Merchants Square features jewelry, holiday ornaments, oil lamps, keyrings and much more. Open Mon-Sat 10:00 am-6:00 pm; Sun 10:30 am-5:30 pm. christmas mouse Doncaster Outlet 1991 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.887.5600 ı www.christmasmouse.com New Town Shops ı 5102 Main Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.221.6646 (Jackie Newman) ı www.doncaster.com Your magical dreams of Christmas come alive as you browse through a wonderland of delights. Over 25,000 different decorations, accessories and collectibles. Collectibles on display include Byers’ Choice Carolers, whimsical Annalee dolls and Willow Tree Angels. Doncaster, a brand famous among the shopping elite for its timeless elegance, exceptional styling and “by invitation only” shopping experience, is now available in a retail setting. Doncaster offers something for everyone, from work to weekend, in Missy, Petite and Plus sizes. We invite you to experience Doncaster. The Christmas Shop Harry and David at Williamsburg Premium Outlets 415 West Duke of Gloucester Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.2514 ı www.williamsburgshopping.com Williamsburg’s oldest Christmas store specializes in unique and collectible Christmas merchandise, including dated Williamsburg ornaments. Come see our handcrafted lines as well as your favorite collectibles at The Christmas Shop. Located in Merchants Square. 5715 Richmond Road, #63-A · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.221.7089 ı www.harryanddavid.com For 75 years, Harry and David has been America’s favorite source for delicious gourmet gifts and fruit. It’s our job to help you convey your warmest wishes and make your celebrations incredibly memorable. We guarantee our products to be impressive and delicious! SHOP S HEA Living The Peanut Shop of Williamsburg 1480-2C Quarterpath Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.221.8070 ı www.healiving.com 414 Prince George Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.3908 ı www.thepeanutshop.com Williamsburg’s premier outdoor furniture store. Offering the widest variety of outdoor and three season room furniture this side of Richmond. From elegant to simple, from opulent to traditional. Gift and seasonal decor as well. Find famous hand-cooked Virginia peanuts, other fine specialty nuts, sweet nut confections and candy to tempt the most discriminating palette. Sauces, kitchen linens, cookbooks and custom gift baskets. This charming regional specialty foods store, known for its many daily samples, is a must stop! The Imperial Olive 5223 Monticello Avenue, Suite B · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.585.1382 ı www.facebook.com/theimperialolive Enjoy a unique tasting experience! Sample a variety of infused oils and vinegars from around the world and then fill bottles to take home. Try flavors like Persian lime, black truffle and chipotle. The Imperial Olive, where worldly flavors meet royal taste. James River Equipment 7761 Richmond Road · Toano, VA · 23168 T: 757.566.1750 ı www.jamesriverequipment.com Shops James River Equipment is a very unique store. We have a full line of John Deere products and services. We also carry Stihl, Honda, Purina Feeds, Carhartt, Rocky Boots and Southern States products. We have everything to meet your farm and home needs. Master Craftsmen Shop 221 North Boundary Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.2993 · 800.866.7458 ı www.mastercraftsmenshop.com Vacation Planner Master Craftsmen has been making silver bracelets on location since 1982. In addition they have their own line of pewterware, Christmas angel, Santa and animal ornaments and gifts made in the USA Hand and machine engraving are offered as well as excellent customer service. Paisley, Ltd. 5138 Main Street, New Town · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.229.5624 ı www.paisleygifts.com The Perfect Giftdom®! Voted “Best Gift Store in Williamsburg”. Whether you are celebrating holidays, special occasions or friendships — Paisley has the perfect gift. We carry Scout, Two’s Company, Mud Pie, Jellycat and Waxing Poetic, as well as baby, collegiate and custom gifts. Merchants Square 35 Vacation Planner Shops SHOP S 36 The Precious Gem The spice & tea exchange 423 West Duke of Gloucester Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.1115 · 800.644.8077 ı www.thepreciousgems.com 439 Prince George Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.TEAS (8327) ı www.spiceandtea.com The Precious Gem features custom and one-of-a-kind fine jewelry designs by owner/master goldsmith, Reggie Akdogan. The selection of dazzling diamonds and loose gemstones is unparalleled. Celebrating extraordinary people and your occasions for over 34 years. Buy with complete confidence here. Find us on FaceBook. Providing guests with a unique culinary experience is the core of what we offer. Our proprietary blends and rubs are a store highlight. We have an extensive collection of over 170 fresh spices, herbs and seasonings as well as specialty salts, flavored sugars, handselected teas and accessories. R.P. Wallace & Sons General Store TOMMY HILFIGER 424 Duke of Gloucester Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.2082 ı www.williamsburgshopping.com 5715 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.564.8888 Williamsburg’s best selection of affordable souvenirs and gifts for the entire family since 1919. Featuring mementos of your visit to Williamsburg: T-shirts, sweatshirts, gifts and collectibles. Well known for quality merchandise at reasonable prices. As one of the world’s leading premium lifestyle brands, Tommy Hilfiger delivers superior styling, quality and value to consumers worldwide. The brand celebrates the essence of Classic American Cool and provides a refreshing twist to classic, American fashion. Retro Daddio Wallace’s Trading Post 5100 Main Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.220.1876 ı www.shopretrodaddio.com 1851 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.564.6106 ı www.williamsburgshopping.com Retro Daddio is a purveyor of pop culture! We carry cards, books and gifts featuring all of your favorites from Elvis to the Beatles, Dr. Who to Star Trek as well as retro humor, Flower Power, retro holiday items and lots more. Come get your retro on! Over 10,000 square feet of gift shopping! Featuring an extensive selection of Webkinz and Crocs. Everyone will enjoy our homemade fudge while browsing for toys, shirts, jewelry and souvenirs. River Fruit Tropical Wines WHITLEY’S PEANUT FACTORY 327 Water Street · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.369.0525 ı www.riverfruitwines.com 1351 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.4056 ı www.whitleyspeanut.com River Fruit Tropical Wines offers Florida’s only ultra-premium tropical fruit, citrus and berry wines made without grapes … that’s right, there are NO GRAPES in our wines! We offer FREE tastings daily of over 25 different wines. Finally, Wines That Taste Good! “Like no other peanut you’ve ever tasted.” Our “Home-Cooked” Virginia peanuts are crunchy with a distinctive flavor and are made the old-fashioned way—hand cooked, and slowly roasted to perfection. Stop in and try our wide variety of samples! The Shops at Carolina Furniture Williamsburg General Store – Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream 5425 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.3000 ı www.carolina-furniture.com The Shops at Carolina Furniture of Williamsburg consists of eight stores on one campus, all offering custom furniture at 30% to 60% off retail. Peruse more than 400 names of luxury furniture at 5425 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, or at www.carolina-furniture.com. 1656 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.564.5800 ı www.williamsburgshopping.com The Williamsburg General Store offers gifts, collectibles, jewelry, candles, apparel and more. On Richmond Road, the General Store also includes a Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shop and a spacious covered porch. Opens early and closes late daily. Bob Oller, Oller Studios 37 Vacation Planner Arts & Artisans A RT S & A RT I SA NS A Touch of Earth 6580 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.0425 ı www.atouchofearthgallery.com Arts & Artisans Vacation Planner T: 757.221.2674 ı www.wm.edu/offices/boxoffice/index.php A Touch of Earth is an award-winning gallery offering the finest in American crafts and art by regional and nationally prominent contemporary American artists. Featuring art pottery, beautiful jewelry, glass work, quilts and many other fine crafts. Owned by pottery artists Paul Pittman and Lianne Lurie since 1977. Theatrical, dance and musical performances on a regular basis. Performances generally take place during the academic year and include students as well as professional artists. Please see websites for schedules for Ewell Hall and other venues. Near the Wren Building; use side entrance. An Occasion for the Arts College of William & Mary, Phi Beta Kappa Hall Performing Arts Series P.O. Box 363 · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.258.5587 ı www.aofta.org 38 College of William & Mary, Ewell Hall Performing Arts Series Williamsburg’s premier art and music festival is held in Merchants Square the first weekend in October. A juried show with over 175 exhibitors; outstanding artists from across the country display and sell their work. The two-day event features live music, a foodtasting courtyard with local restaurant fare and youth activities. Apryl Altman Art 107 North Stocker Court · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.236.3676 ı www.aprylaltmanart.com Apryl Altman is an artist providing faux finish and mural services to the Hampton Roads area. This also includes hand-painted tiles, furniture and wood graining. Apryl is also an accomplished watercolorist, exhibiting at This Century Art Gallery, Prince George Art & Frame and local art festivals. 601 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.221.2674 ı www.wm.edu/offices/boxoffice/index.php Theatrical, dance and musical performances. High quality and richly staged dramatic performances, reviving important classical dramas and producing challenging contemporary theatre. Original faculty and student dance choreography performances. College of William & Mary, William & Mary Hall, Kaplan Arena Ukrop Way · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.221.3356 www.tribeathletics.com/tickets.html · shmiln@wm.edu An 8,973-seat arena, with the capability of increasing capacity to 10,175 for full stage events. This multi-purpose venue has a long history of hosting concerts, trade shows, convocations, religious ceremonies, graduations, athletic events and other special events. Auntie M’s American Cottage EnVision Photography LLC 330 Water Street · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.369.8150 ı www.AuntieMsAmericanCottage.com 159 Merrimac Trail, #10 · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.561.5258 ı www.mynuenvision.com Unique gathering of handcrafted art from outstanding American artists and fine craftspeople from all across the USA. Watch selftaught artist, Marilyn West, produce original folk art in the studio or sign up for an art workshop. We specialize in a wide range of photography, are flexible to travel and will customize our services to meet your needs. At EnVision Photography, we believe in providing excellent customer service that gives the ultimate experience. Give us a call today to discuss your photography needs! Black Dog Gallery First Night Williamsburg 114 Ballard Street · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.989.1700 ı www.blackdoggallery.net Antique prints, maps, fine art, custom hand-painted floor cloths and distinctive framing. The selection of unique frames includes hand-painted designs, as well as old world-style gold leaf profiles. Hours: Tues–Fri 10:00 am–5:00 pm; Sat 10:00 am–4:00 pm; Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm and by appointment. 20 Years of Memories & Entertainment P.O. Box 1382 · Williamsburg, VA · 23187 T: 757.258.5153 ı www.firstnightwilliamsburg.org First Night Williamsburg is a family-oriented celebration of New Year’s Eve. Williamsburg and the College of William & Mary provide the setting for over 40 performers. All ages are invited to attend, and may purchase entry buttons four weeks prior to the event. A RT S & A RT I SA NS Gallery at York Hall Kimball Theatre 301 Main Street · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.890.4490 ı www.visityorktown.org 424 Duke of Gloucester Street, Merchants Square Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 855.541.6959 www.kimballtheatre.com · rriley@cwf.org 421 North Boundary Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.6511 ı www.williamsburgcc.com Lake Matoaka Amphitheatre Ukrop Way and Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.221.3300 ı www.wm.edu/studentactivities The Art Gallery of the Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance showcases original works created by individual member artists on a rotating basis. Exhibits free to the public; change quarterly; highlight a range of arts offerings. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30 am–5:00 pm. The amphitheatre is on the shore of Lake Matoaka, surrounded by the natural beauty of the College woods. A perfect setting for performance art and any type of musical entertainment. Please contact the Office of Student Activities with questions, and about space availability. Gulay Berryman Art, Inc. Linda Matney Gallery P.O. Box 2024, Studio by Appointment · Williamsburg, VA · 23187 T: 757.565.0954 ı www.gulayberryman.com · gulayart@yahoo.com 5435 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.675.6627 ı www.lindamatneygallery.com Oil paintings, Williamsburg art prints and note cards by a European fine arts school-trained artist whose credits include the 2005 Florence, Italy International Biennale, finalist in Kunst Forum Intl’s 2006 SEETAL art show in Switzerland and winner of Kennedy Promotion’s 2005 “Best of Virginia” competition. Contemporary art, photography, installation, video and paintings. Exhibitions and events featuring national and regional artists. Art consulting and workshops. Other events such as fashion shows, wine tastings, musical and art performances, coffee and movie afternoon siestas. Art related gifts. James City County Lisa W. Cumming Photography 101 Mounts Bay Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757. 859.6620 161 Devon Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.532.4037 ı www.lwcphoto.com · lisa@lwcphoto.com Art exhibits started back in 2005 in the Building E lobby of the James City County government complex buildings off Mounts Bay Road, at the entrance to Kingsmill. The gallery showcases employees and resident artists living in James City County every six weeks in rotating exhibits. Specializing in family portraits, sport teams and commercial/ architectural photography. Against the backdrop of the Historic Virginia Triangle we can frame your family vacation, travel team sporting event, golf outing and/or other memorable gatherings you are eager to preserve as keepsakes. Jamestown Glasshouse Merchants Square, Outdoor Performing Arts Venue Historic Jamestowne · Jamestown, VA · 23081 T: 757.229.2437 ı www.jamestownglasshouse.com In 1608, glassmaking, America’s first English industry, began in Jamestown. Today, costumed craftsmen, using tools and techniques similar to those used centuries ago, blow one-of-a-kind period reproductions and contemporary pieces. A four-year apprentice program trains glass blowers. Duke of Gloucester, Prince George, Henry & Boundary Streets Williamsburg ı T: 757.220.7751 ı www.merchantssquare.org/calendar Adjacent to Historic Area, Merchants Square is 42 fine shops and restaurants in an unrivaled setting. Annual host of the Summer Breeze Concert Series in July & August; strolling holiday musicians in December. Site of Art on the Square & An Occasion for the Arts. Arts & Artisans Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance A variety of entertainment options are offered including live concerts, plays, lectures and independent and foreign films. Open daily. Please see website for schedules and ticket information. Vacation Planner Featuring fine art and fine craft by local artists for exhibit and sale. This non-profit, volunteer-run gallery creates themed shows that change every six to eight weeks. Profits support community programs and events. The gallery is also a visitor information center for Historic Yorktown. 39 Vacation Planner Arts & Artisans A RT S & A RT I SA NS 40 Muscarelle Museum of Art Paint on Pottery 603 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.221.2700 ı www.wm.edu/muscarelle 1430 High Street, Suite 709A · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.565.3500 ı www.PaintonPotterytoo.com Special exhibitions and a revolving permanent collection of over 5,000 works. Collection includes English and American portraits of the 17th19th centuries; European and American prints, drawings and paintings from the 14th-21st centuries (Medieval to Post-Modern); Japanese prints; photography; African art and Asian ceramics. Paint on Pottery ~ “Where You are the Artist!” Create a masterpiece with clay, mosaics, glass fusion, or paint your own bisque. The possibilities are endless! Nancy Thomas Gallery Paula Goodman Koz 301 Ballard Street, Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.898.0738 ı www.nancythomasart.com At Prince George Art and Frame, 107 Colony Square Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.253.8950 · 757.229.7644 www.paulagoodmankoz.com Nancy is a nationally known contemporary artist who has lived and worked in Yorktown for over 35 years. Her work is in the homes of thousands of collectors and often seen in magazines, decorator books, films, on Broadway and on television; also at Colonial Williamsburg, The Museum of American Folk Art and the White House. Make Your Town www.newtownwilliamsburg.com Goodman Koz has been a printmaker specializing in block prints (wood and linocut) for nearly 30 years. She has a special love for illustrating books and literary themes. The relationship between art and print is her primary focus. Studio open by appointment. New Town Art Gallery Prince George Art & Frame 5140 Main Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.229.5140 ı www.newtownartgallery.com 107 Colony Square · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.7644 ı www.WilliamsburgArt.com Open since June 2010, New Town Art Gallery was nominated “Best Art Gallery in Williamsburg” by Virginia Gazette readers in 2013. Owned by eight local artists whose original paintings in various media hang in this beautiful space. Also available are the artists’ jewelry, sculpture, photography, giclees, prints and note cards. Prince George Art & Frame combines a fine art gallery and custom framing in one location. Local original art and changing exhibits make it one of Williamsburg’s livelier art venues. Our art and custom frames can be found in many of Williamsburg’s homes, museums and businesses. New Town Williamsburg Quail Run Pottery 5801 Courthouse Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.6200 ı www.newtownwilliamsburg.com Work can be seen at A Touch of Earth · 6580 Richmond Road Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.566.1990 · 757.565.0425 www.elizabethkrome.com · QuailRunPottery@gmail.com Peruse the New Town Art Gallery. Discover fine restaurants with live music. Dine at Art Café 26 within an art gallery. Sullivan Square, Legacy Hall and the Gazebo provide great venues for everything from intimate shows to lively performances. Check our website for details. A potter since 1975, Elizabeth Krome creates strong, simple pots with pleasing form and satisfying balance. “I count myself successful when my work is well-conceived, well-made and wellused.” Hours: 9:30 am–5:30 pm Mon-Sat; 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun. Oller Studios Quirks of Art 2847 Sandy Bay Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.2720 ı www.boboller.com 1430 High Street, #709 · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.645.4366 www.kinksandquirks.com ı www.facebook.com/quirksofart Williamsburg-based artist Bob Oller creates in a variety of media, crafting whimsical trees to local landscapes in watercolors. His creative mind and prolific energy have filled his studio, local galleries and collector’s walls with art focused on Williamsburg, Paris, the Caribbean… acrylics, watercolors, graphite. Unique! Fun! Whimsical! These are the words most often heard as customers enter the doors of Quirks of Art. The store offers a wide selection of contemporary art and handcrafts, handmade jewelry, pottery, handpainted glass, Sticks furniture, local art, clothing and Life is Good merchandise. A RT S & A RT I SA NS A five-week fall concert series held at Riverwalk Landing in Historic Yorktown featuring some of the area’s finest bands sure to get your toes tappin’ to jazz, swing and country. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. Free; open to the public. Riverwalk Landing, Outdoor Performance Venue Riverwalk Landing, Historic Yorktown Waterfront Yorktown, VA · 23690 ı T: 757.890.3500 ı www.riverwalklanding.com Riverwalk Landing is host to a multitude of events throughout the year and offers diverse shopping and dining. The banks of the York River are a beautiful backdrop for the outdoor performance area. Outdoor concert series, Market Days, wine festival and tall ship visits. Shagging on the Riverwalk Beach Music Concert Series Riverwalk Landing, Historic Yorktown Waterfront Yorktown, VA · 23690 ı T: 757.890.3500 ı www.visityorktown.org A seven-week summer concert series featuring some of the area’s finest beach music, Motown, oldies, toe tappin’ jazz, swing and country. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating and practice the “shag” on the large outdoor dance floor. Free and open to the public. 1654 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.0769 ı www.tkasian.com ı info@tkasian.com TK Asian Antiquities is the world’s leading dealer in scientifically documented Asian antiquities. Specializing in ancient gold, silver, archaic bronze, jade, pottery and textiles. We have one of the largest selections of furniture from the 17th through 19th centuries. On-site laboratory for conservation and restoration. Vernon Wooten Studio/Gallery 1315 Jamestown Road, Suite 204 · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.1953 ı www.huntprints.com Exhibiting original oils, watercolors and bronze sculptures by Vernon Wooten. Also offered are limited edition prints and giclee’s of the Virginia Hunt Country and other subjects. Member of the Society of Illustrators, American Artist Professional League and National Sculpture Society. Viccellio Goldsmith P.O. Box 672 · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.890.2162 ı www.ViccellioGoldsmith.com J. Henry Viccellio III, Master Goldsmith and precious metals craftsman, offers a line of beautiful and distinctive fine jewelry and handcrafted custom creations that reflect an individual customer’s unique style. Waterfront shop in Historic Yorktown. Tada Beads & Art Virginia Shakespeare Festival 1001 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.903.2073 ı www.tadaart.com Performances at Phi Beta Kappa Hall, College of William & Mary 601 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 Box Office: 757.221.2674 ı www.wm.edu/vsf We have one of the largest selections of glass beads, exotic crystals and beading supplies located on the Virginia peninsula. We also feature a large collection of crafted items and art available for purchase created entirely by local artisans. We offer a wide range of classes to show you how to create some amazing pieces of art. This Century Art Gallery 219 North Boundary Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.4949 ı www.thiscenturyartgallery.org Celebrating 51 years of Art, this non-profit gallery has presented high-quality contemporary art and crafts for the locals and visitors alike. Visiting artists’ shows are exhibited annually. Art classes are offered at the new Art Education Center and free lectures at the Williamsburg Library. Now entering its 36th season, this professional theatre company presents productions June & July. Shakespeare and modern classics combine to produce exciting and affordable entertainment for the whole family. Please see website for performance schedule. Williamsburg Farmers Market – Music at the Market 402 Duke of Gloucester Street, Merchants Square · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.259.3768 ı www.williamsburgfarmersmarket.com Live musical performances, local products including organic produce, free-range meats, oysters, crabs, herb plants, baked goods, honey, cheese and cut flowers. Saturdays, April–October 8 am–noon. Holiday and seasonal markets. Arts & Artisans Riverwalk Landing, Historic Yorktown Waterfront Yorktown, VA · 23690 ı T: 757.890.3500 ı www.visityorktown.org TK Asian Antiquities Vacation Planner Rhythms on the Riverwalk Concert Series 41 A RT S & A RT I SA NS Williamsburg Library Theatre Yorktown Market Days 515 Scotland Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.259.4070 ı www.wrl.org/programs · programs@wrl.org Riverwalk Landing, Historic Yorktown Waterfront Yorktown, VA · 23690 ı T: 757.890.3500 ı www.yorktownmarketdays.com This 268-seat theatre features concerts of acoustic folk and jazz. Venue for classical music groups, films, live theatre and lectures. Please see the website for schedules. On the Yorktown waterfront with entertainment and a variety of homegrown favorites; buy locally-grown and fresh picked produce. Fresh seafood, meat, seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, organic products and quality art – all in a beautiful setting. Saturdays, May–Sept. 8:00 am–12:00 pm with additional seasonal markets. Vacation Planner Arts & Artisans The Williamsburg School of Needlework 42 5121 Center Street, Suite 100, New Town · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.259.9400 ı www.wmbgneedlework.com Offering classic hand embroidery training for those interested in obtaining Old World needlework skills. Courses in Leisure, Vocational and Church embroidery. Day & evening classes. Commissioned embroidery, monogramming or restoration work by appointment. Yorktown Wine Festival Riverwalk Landing, Historic Yorktown Waterfront Yorktown, VA · 23690 ı T: 757.890.3500 ı www.visityorktown.org Held the first Saturday of each October, this spectacular event showcases some of Virginia’s finest wineries. Sample wines from premiere wineries throughout Virginia. Enjoy art, food and entertainment while sipping your favorite Virginia wine on the beautiful Yorktown waterfront. The Williamsburg Symphonia Performances at the Kimball Theatre, Merchants Square Williamsburg, VA ı T: 757.229.9857 ı www.williamsburgsymphonia.org Williamsburg’s own professional orchestra, celebrating their 30th anniversary, perform a masterworks and pops concert series at the Kimball Theatre. Experience classical favorites and beautiful modern works. Featuring Janna Hymes, Music Director/Conductor, now in her 10th season. See website for performance schedules. Wine and Design 110 Bacon Avenue, Suite 1B · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.903.2425 ı www.wineanddesignus.com At WINE AND DESIGN, all you have to do is sign up, show up, sip up! Your canvas, paints, paintbrushes and corkscrew will be waiting as a local artist helps you create that night’s featured painting. You go home with new friends, great memories and a newly-created masterpiece. Yorktown Art Stroll Every year from Labor Day through the middle of October, the Arts flourish throughout the Historic Triangle as we celebrate Arts Month in Williamsburg. A host of wonderful events welcome both local and visiting art lovers – gallery strolls, artisan demonstrations, live musical performances, wine tastings and behind-thescene tours. Visit ArtsInWilliamsburg.com for a complete list of all there is to see and do during Arts Month in Williamsburg! Yorktown Freight Shed, 331 Water Street · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.890.3500 ı www.visityorktown.org During Arts Month in September, Historic Yorktown hosts local artists displaying and selling their work. Stroll through the village chatting with artists and visit lovely homes, museums, shops and restaurants. The Freight Shed will be filled with paintings and hand crafted artwork by local talented artists. See website for more information. www.ArtsInWilliamsburg.com Golf Vacation Planner Hole #16, Kingsmill River Course 43 G OL F Colonial Heritage Golf Club Kingsmill Resort 6500 Arthur Hills Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.645.2030 ı www.colonialheritageclub.com 1010 Kingsmill Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.3906 · 800.832.5665 www.kingsmill.com This artfully crafted Arthur Hills masterpiece emulates the classic beauty and refinement of the natural terrain and landscape of its southern Virginia surroundings. Meandering through 175 acres of densely wooded grounds, the 6,889 yard, par 72 championship golf course offers five sets of tees and immaculate playing conditions creating a truly distinctive experience with every round. Strategically placed bunkers, undulating fairways and carefully planned water features create an enjoyable golfing experience for all playing abilities from novice to expert. Whether you’re looking to make a tee time, organize a tournament or improve your golf game through lessons, make Colonial Heritage your next Williamsburg destination. Kingsmill Resort is Virginia’s largest golf resort located on 2,900 acres along the historic James River. Kingsmill’s immaculate courses define the resort as the region’s premier golf destination. Kingsmill features two world-class courses, including The River Course, which has been home to PGA and LPGA golf events for more than 30 years. The LPGA and the world’s best women golfers return to the River Course, May 12 -18, 2014, for the Kingsmill Championship. Also available is our golf academy and an array of other golf amenities. These professionally-designed courses offer an opportunity for golf enthusiasts of all abilities to experience a challenging yet enjoyable game. Ford’s Colony Country Club 240 Ford’s Colony Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.258.4130 ı www.fordscolonycc.com Vacation Planner Golf Ford’s Colony boasts 54 holes of unforgettable golf in Williamsburg along with the highest ranked courses in Virginia — having been awarded 4 1/2 stars by Golf Digest’s Places to Play. Whether you play Blackheath, Blue Heron or Marsh Hawk, you’ll be hooked. Each course was designed by the legendary Dan Maples with a solid appreciation of all levels of play. 44 FCCC also includes a state-of-the-art Golf Academy, golf programs, private lessons, club demos, custom club fitting and a Golf Shop which has repeatedly been the number one Pro Shop in the Mid-Atlantic by the PGA. Golden Horseshoe Golf Club 401 S. England Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 www.colonialwilliamsburg.com/golf Legendary course designer Robert Trent Jones Sr. called it perfection. The Gold Course at Colonial Williamsburg’s Golden Horseshoe Golf Club combines panoramic views with intriguing shot demands making for an unforgettable golf experience. Both the Gold and Green courses are walkable and completely free of surrounding real estate development. The Gold Course features one of the game’s first island greens, and the Green Course was designed by Rees Jones, making these courses a unique father/son combination not to be missed. Top 100 You Can Play —GOLF Magazine Michelob ULTRA Championship at Kingsmill G OL F Kiskiack Golf Club 8104 Club Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.566.2200 ı www.kiskiackgc.com Set along the ridge of a natural bluff, Kiskiack offers a challenge for players of all levels. Many of the picturesque holes demand accurate shot making from tee to green, while others are more forgiving — with ample landing areas and gentle sloping greens. The front nine lets you relax as the course winds through mature hardwoods and over natural, rolling hills before a challenging uphill finish along one of the two lakes that come into play throughout the round. Williamsburg National Golf Club 3700 Centerville Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.258.9642 · 800.826.5732 ı www.wngc.com Williamsburg National is a 36-hole championship facility. In 2009 our four-star, Jack Nicklaus-designed Jamestown Course was named one of Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play”. The course measures 7,000 yards from the championship tees and is Par 72. Our Tom Clark-designed Yorktown Course was named one of “America’s Top 50 Courses for Women” by Golf Digest Magazine and has more elevation changes and water features than the Jamestown. We also have a full driving range, chipping area and a large putting green. Our Staff of PGA Professionals is on hand to help you perfect your game. The Tradition Golf Club at Stonehouse 9700 Mill Pond Run · Toano, VA · 23168 T: 757.566.1138 · 855.448.5683 www.traditionalgolfpackages.com Golf The Tradition Golf Club at Stonehouse will take your breath away while you navigate over steep forested hills, wide plateaus and abrupt ravines. Against this tumultuous backdrop, Mike Strantz has balanced the danger of deep bunkers and long carries with the safety of broad fairways and enormous putting greens to create one of the most beautiful mountain courses you will ever play. Stonehouse opened to rave reviews in 1996 as Golf Digest’s “Best New Upscale Course” and has since been described by avid golfers as “mind-boggling” and “larger than life.” Virginia Golf Vacations Vacation Planner 221 Bulifants Boulevard, Suite A Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 877.806.8163 ı www.virginiagolfvacations.com Virginia Golf Vacations has over twelve years experience in creating custom Williamsburg Golf Vacations. We are pleased to offer ten quality accommodations, including hotels, resorts and condos, and fifteen championship golf courses, all rated four stars or higher by Golf Digest. With a concierge level of service, Virginia Golf Vacations handles all of the details so that all you have to do is play. Come see why Williamsburg has been named a top 25 Golf Destination! Golden Horseshoe 45 Outdoor Adventure Vacation Planner 46 Run for the Dream Half Marathon OU T DOOR A DV E N T U R E Enjoy this 140-acre outdoor facility on the banks of the beautiful Chickahominy River. Camping, fishing, boating, boat ramp and fishing pier. Rent canoes, kayaks and boats with motors. Boat/RV storage available. 3751 John Tyler Highway (behind Jamestown High School) Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.259.5360 www.jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation/trails/green-springs-trail.html Link history and nature by hiking (with interpretive signage) a three-mile soft surface trail that retraces the footsteps of Virginia Indians and early colonists. Near Jamestown Island and adjacent to Mainland Farm. College Landing Park Historic Jamestowne South Henry Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.259.3760 ı www.williamsburgva.gov/parks 1368 Colonial Parkway · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.898.2410 ı www.HistoricJamestowne.org Right down the road from the College of William & Mary, this scenic park provides a lookout tower and marsh walkway through College Creek. Enjoy the walkway, kayak/canoe launch and wildlife. Bike, walk or drive the five-mile or shorter three-mile loop around Jamestown Island, where you will experience the wildlife and natural environment English colonists encountered upon their arrival in 1607. Colonial Parkway Jamestown Beach Park Yorktown to Jamestown T: 757.898.2410 ı www.nps.gov/colo 2205 Jamestown Road (across from Jamestown Settlement) Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.259.5360 www.jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation/parks/jamestown-beach.html Take a leisurely drive or bike ride along the scenic 23-mile Colonial Parkway that provides a physical and metaphorical link between Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown. Scenic driving, interpretive pull-offs, biking and fishing are available along this National Scenic Byway. This newly restored beachfront park features a spectacular waterfront view, grilling opportunities and shaded picnic areas. Freedom Park Legacy Hall 5535 Centerville Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.259.5360 www.jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation/parks/freedom-park.html 4301 New Town Avenue · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.259.5410 jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation/legacyhall/index.html Rich in history, this park preserves one of the first free black settlements in America (1803), the Revolutionary War Battle of Spencer’s Ordinary (1781) and a 17th century domicile. Mountain biking, hiking trails and an Interpretive Center with artifacts dating prehistoric to 20th century featured. Host your next meeting, wedding or celebration at Legacy Hall! Features include a full catering kitchen, spacious area for your activities, and tables and chairs included with free setup/ breakdown services. Lecture seating is 275; 160 with tables and chairs. Tours available by appointment. Maximum occupancy 299. FrEIght Shed Little Creek Reservoir Park 425 Water Street · Yorktown, VA · 23690 ı T: 757.890.3730 wwww.yorktownfreightshed.com 180 Lakeview Road · Toano, VA · 23168 ı T: 757.566.1702 www.jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation/parks/little-creek-reservoir.html The 1930s Freight Shed at Riverwalk Landing in Historic Yorktown, nestled amongst the banks of the York River, offers a charming facility to rent for receptions, banquets, reunions and other meetings. Featuring stunning waterfront views that provide a breathtaking backdrop for any event. Ready for a quiet day on the water? This scenic park overlooks a 996-acre reservoir that’s a fisherman’s paradise. Perfect for outdoor family time in the Williamsburg area. Fishing, boating, picnicking, canoeing, kayaking, jon boats and launch-your-own boat ramp. Boat rentals available. Outdoor Adventure 1350 John Tyler Highway · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.258.5020 www.jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation/parks/chickahominy-park.html Greensprings Greenway Interpretive Trail Vacation Planner Chickahominy Riverfront Park 47 Vacation Planner Outdoor Adventure OU T DOOR A DV E N T U R E 48 New Quarter Park Virginia Capital Trail 1000 Lakeshead Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.890.5840 ı www.yorkcounty.gov/parksandrec P.O. Box 17966 · Richmond, Virginia · 23226 www.virginiacapitaltrail.org Adjacent to the Colonial Parkway and close to Williamsburg, this park offers a tranquil woodland setting and the pleasures of outdoor recreation. Mountain biking, hiking/walking, fishing, kayaking/canoeing, playgrounds, picnicking and 18-hole disc golf course. Access to Queens Creek and the York River. Eight beautiful miles of the 55-mile Virginia Capital Trail from Williamsburg to Richmond are open and enjoyed by bikers, joggers and walkers alike. Beginning at the Jamestown Settlement; ending at the Chickahominy River Bridge, with 13 additional miles scheduled to open in spring 2014. Free parking at both ends of the trail. Powhatan Creek Park Waller Mill Park 1831 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.259.5360 www.jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation/parks/powhatan-creek.html 901 Airport Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.259.3778 ı www.williamsburgva.gov/parks Bring a canoe or kayak and see Jamestown Island like no one else. Powhatan Creek is part of the Chesapeake Gateways Network created by the National Park Service and the Chesapeake Bay Program. Provides free access to Jamestown Island and the James River. Small boat/canoe launch with parking. Waller Mill is a beautiful park, close to everything and a community favorite. Overlooking a 343-acre lake, the park provides a variety of outdoor activities – boating, kayaking, canoeing, pedal boating, hiking, fishing, picnicking and playgrounds. Boat rentals are available. Redoubt Park York River State Park Quarterpath Road · Williamsburg, VA www.williamsburgva.gov/parks 5526 Riverview Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.566.3036 www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/yor.shtml This beautiful, wooded 22-acre park preserves and interprets two of the 14 Civil War earthwork forts (redoubts) which made up the Confederate’s Williamsburg Line in the Battle of Williamsburg on May 5, 1862, which resulted in more than 3800 Union and Confederate casualties and left the Union in control of the Virginia Peninsula. Experience the environment of a coastal estuary. This park is known for its rare and delicate environment, where freshwater and saltwater meet to create a habitat rich in marine and plant life. Access to Taskinas Creek and the York River. Fishing, boating, hiking, bridle trails, biking and more. Skate Park and Multi-Use Trail Yorktown Battlefield 5301 Longhill Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.259.5360 www.jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation/parks/skate-park.html P.O. Box 210 · 1000 Colonial Parkway · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.898.2410 ı www.nps.gov/colo Ten thousand square feet of concrete jumps and ramps! Helmets required and protective gear recommended. Kids under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. Free for residents, but passes required. Non-resident fee; visit adjacent James City County Recreation Center for details. The 7-mile Battlefield Tour and 9-mile Encampment Tour give visitors a first-hand look at where the events of the Siege at Yorktown took place. Whether walking, jogging, biking or driving, you’ll see fortifications, cannons and historic buildings that witnessed the last major battle of the American Revolutionary War. Upper County Park Yorktown Waterfront 180 Leisure Road · Toano, VA · 23168 ı T: 757.259.5360 www.jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation/parks/upper-county.html 425 Water Street · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.890.3500 ı www.yorkcounty.gov/parksandrec The 91-acre park features large shelters, perfect for family reunions, company picnics and outdoor events. The park is home to a 25m swimming pool and toddler pool, playgrounds, sand volleyball and basketball courts, multiuse trails and 4-mile mountain bike trail. Pool open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. On the York River in Historic Yorktown, this beach front offers a relaxing day for everyone and provides a variety of outdoor activities for the entire family. Whether it’s fishing, boating, picnicking or relaxing on the beach, it is perfect for families, all in a peaceful setting adjacent to Riverwalk Landing. Fat Canary 49 Vacation Planner Dining DI N I NG A Chef’s Kitchen Baker’s Crust 501 Prince George Street, Suite 102 · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.564.8500 ı www.achefskitchen.biz 5234 Monticello Avenue, #115 · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.253.2787 ı www.bakerscrust.com A unique spin on dining! Dinner is prepared in front of you by world-class chefs who teach as they cook–like going to a Food Network show, except the audience savors the delicious fare! contactus@achefskitchen.biz An upscale, casual restaurant, Baker’s Crust offers a unique dining experience. Whether breakfast, lunch or dinner, our full menu encompasses a wide range of fresh, flavorful items. We are sure it will satisfy anyone’s taste buds! Aberdeen Barn Berret’s Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill 1601 Richmond Road (Route 60 West) · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.6661 ı www.aberdeen-barn.com Vacation Planner Dining From our open Hearth Grill, enjoy the finest top choice beef or our signature entrée, prime rib of beef. Our varied seafood selections are of the same standards of quality. Quiet candlelit service, superb cocktails and fine wines. Open daily at 5:00 pm. 50 199 South Boundary Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.1847 ı www.berrets.com Two choices, one location! Berret’s specializes in fresh regional seafood with full beverage service. The Taphouse Grill features beer, Virginia wines, grilled fish, steaks and burgers. Live music in the summer Fri & Sun. Voted Best Seafood Restaurant year after year! Anna’s Brick Oven Blue Talon Bistro 2021-D Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.5252 ı www.annasbrickoven.com 420 Prince George Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.476.BLUE ı www.bluetalonbistro.com The Liguria Family has been serving authentic Italian food in Williamsburg since 1974. Specialty pizzas, homemade sauces, delicious veal, chicken, seafood and pastas prepared with the finest ingredients. Homemade desserts, beer and wine, children’s menu. Large parties and groups are welcome. Tucked around the corner from Duke of Gloucester Street, the Blue Talon Bistro focuses on “Serious Comfort Food.” It’s the kind of spot you wish you could stumble upon. The zinc bar, décor, music and outstanding wine list complement a menu allowing you to relax and enjoy yourself as if you were at home. Aromas Coffeehouse, Bakeshop & Café Bonefish Grill 431 Prince George Street, Merchants Square · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.221.6676 ı www.AromasWorld.com 5212 Monticello Avenue · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.229.3474 ı www.bonefishgrill.com A Rand McNally Best of the Road™. Enjoy the patio or venture inside this popular spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner plus gourmet coffees, teas, smoothies and pastries in the welcoming atmosphere of an Old World Coffee House. Wine, beer and music too. FREE Wi-Fi! Bonefish Grill is all about fresh fish. Straight from the ocean to your table, and cooked to perfection over a wood-burning grill. For non-fish eaters, we offer a wide selection of dishes from center-cut Filet Mignon and pork tenderloin to freshly prepared pasta and chicken dishes. Art Café 26 Brickhouse tavern 5107-2 Center Street, New Town · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.7788 ı www.artcafe26.com · artcafe26@aol.com 755 Scotland Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23187 T: 757.345.6060 Experience a touch of Europe in Williamsburg, Virginia. Enjoy European culinary offerings in an art gallery setting. Meet at the place that’s different for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Grab a quick bite to eat, hang out and watch the HUGE HD projector screen, have that large family reunion dinner upstairs on our large mezzanine or party into the night with Karaoke and a live DJ throughout the week! We’ve got something for everybody! Twentyfour beers on tap, sandwiches, pizza, calzones and pasta plates. DI N I NG Over 70 items including all-you-can-eat Alaskan snow crab legs, fresh fish, steamed and fried local shrimp, Oysters Rockefeller, scallops, chicken, prime rib and fresh, homemade salads, breads and desserts. Buses and private parties welcome. A la carte menu available. Carrabba’s Italian Grill 2500 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.564.3696 ı www.Carrabas.com At Carrabba’s you’ll experience the bold, fresh flavors of Italy in a warm, casual atmosphere. Family photos adorn the walls as guests enjoy original family recipes prepared to order in a lively exhibition kitchen. Enjoy Crispy Calamari, Chicken Parmesan, Sirloin Marsala and fresh grilled seafood. Center Street Grill 5101 Center Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.220.4600 ı www.CenterStreetGrill.com Moderately priced restaurant located in New Town, within walking distance of the Consolidated Movie Theaters. Modern décor with 100% visibility to outdoors. Raw bar offers oysters, clams, shrimp and seafood specials. Family friendly and casual attire. Private/ club rooms and seasonal patio available. The Cheese Shop– Merchants Square 410 Duke of Gloucester Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.0298 ı www.cheeseshopwilliamsburg.com Offering over 200 cheeses, specialty foods, freshly baked breads, regionally renowned sandwiches and a wine cellar with over 4,000 bottles. Adjacent to the AAA 4-Diamond restaurant, Fat Canary. Owned and operated since 1971 by the Power family. Chick-fil-A Mooretown Road 6732 Mooretown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.253.6464 ı www.chickfilamooretown.com Located at I-64 Exit 234a, minutes from the Premium Outlets, Colonial Williamsburg and many timeshares. Come experience exceptional food and service in our restaurant or call to arrange to serve your group at various locations in the historic triangle. We Didn’t Invent the Chicken, Just the Chicken Sandwich.® 4324 New Town Avenue C · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.645.3351 ı www.cogansdeli.com Featuring awesome sandwiches made with Boar’s Head meats and cheeses. Fresh salads and soups made daily. Six HDTVs and full bar with daily Happy Hour specials. Colonial Williamsburg– Chowning’s Tavern Duke of Gloucester Street near Market Square · Williamsburg, VA 23185 ı T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com Savor lunch or dinner inspired by the 18th century. After 9 pm, enjoy Gambols, featuring light fare, beverages, balladeers and 18th-century games. Colonial Williamsburg admission not required for historic dining taverns. Dinner reservation required. Colonial Williamsburg– Christiana Campbell’s Tavern Waller Street near Capitol · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com Specializing in seafood, including crab cakes. Open seasonally for dinner, daily from 5 pm. Colonial Williamsburg admission not required for historic dining taverns. Dinner reservation required. Colonial Williamsburg– Golden Horseshoe Gold Course Grill 401 S. England Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com Casual dining overlooking the championship golf courses of the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club. Choose from a delightful array of sandwiches, salads, light entrées, house-made desserts and your favorite cocktail or beverage. Colonial Williamsburg–Golden Horseshoe Green Course Grill 520 S. England Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com Casual dining overlooking the championship golf courses of the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club. Choose from a delightful array of sandwiches, salads, desserts, beverages and cocktails. Dining 5363 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.2323 ı www.captaingeorges.com Cogan’s Deli & Sports Pub Vacation Planner Captain George’s Seafood Restaurant 51 DI N I NG Colonial Williamsburg– King’s Arms Tavern Duke of Gloucester Street · Williamsburg, VA 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com The town’s finest gentry dined here for lunch and dinner. Traditional southern fare, sumptuous desserts and after-dinner cordials served by costumed wait staff. Colonial Williamsburg admission not required for historic dining taverns. Dinner reservation required. Colonial Williamsburg– Regency Room Williamsburg Inn, 136 E. Francis Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com Enjoy new American cuisine in the refined elegance of the Williamsburg Inn’s Regency Room. Crystal chandeliers and Oriental panels provide a beautiful setting in which to savor our superb menu. Sunday Brunch. Colonial Williamsburg– Shields Tavern Vacation Planner Dining Duke of Gloucester Street near Capitol · Williamsburg , VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com 52 Enjoy comfort food with a revolutionary southern flair served for lunch or dinner. Guest favorite Tavern Ghost Walks offered seasonally. Colonial Williamsburg admission not required for historic dining taverns. Dinner reservation required. Colonial Williamsburg– Traditions Restaurant Williamsburg Lodge, 310 S. England Street Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 855.541.6959 www.colonialwilliamsburg.com Duck Donuts 4655-103 Monticello Avenue · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.258.DUCK (3825) ı www.duckdonuts.com Warm, delicious and MADE-TO-ORDER! A fun breakfast concept where you customize your donuts and then watch as they are cooked, iced and topped. We have local gourmet coffee, espressos, breakfast sandwiches, fruit, muffins and cookies. Dunkin’ Donuts 1347 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.476.8010 · FAX: 252.489.4883 ı www.dndobx.com Breakfast all day long, hot and iced coffee, hot and iced lattes and cappuccinos, hot chocolate, iced tea, Coolatta®, 32 varieties of donuts, Munchkins ®, bagels, muffins, breakfast sandwiches, flatbread sandwiches and more. Newly remodeled, comfortable and smoke-free environment. Free Wi-Fi. Dunkin’ Donuts 6384 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.2001 ı www.dndobx.com Best coffee in Virginia! We offer drive thru service at this restaurant. Breakfast and the area’s best donuts are served all day. Fat Canary 410 Duke of Gloucester Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.3333 ı www.fatcanarywilliamsburg.com Traditions serves American cuisine with contemporary southern and Chesapeake influences. The Friday Night Seafood Buffet is a local favorite! Reservation recommended. Thomas Power, Jr., graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, and his staff have a common desire to offer their guests a memorable dining experience. Awarded the AAA Four Diamond rating for ten consecutive years since opening in 2003. Open for dinner only. cove tavern Ford’s Colony Country Club 3701 Strawberry Plains Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.208.0539 ı www.covetavern.com 240 Ford’s Colony Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.258.4107 ı www.fordscolonycc.com A casual dining experience where you will be greeted by a large stone fireplace and friendly staff. Sit in a cozy booth in the dining room or take a seat on our fully enclosed patio. Full bar inside and out and some of the best live music in Williamsburg! Extensive menu, great seafood selections, and the best crab cakes in town. Weddings, Holiday Parties, Wine Tastings, Brunches, Theme Nights, Meetings, Casual Dining and Cookouts. Whatever your social needs might be, Ford’s Colony can provide you with the quality service you’ve come to expect. DI N I NG Giuseppe’s Italian Restaurant Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt 5525 Olde Towne Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.1977 ı www.Giuseppes.com 4645 Casey Boulevard, Suite 100 · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.585.2740 ı www.menchies.com New location! Classic Italian family-owned and yes, you will see us there! Fried calamari, gourmet pizzas, fresh veal, fresh fish, salads and pasta dishes like Mama made. Full bar you can dine at with full liquor, beer, great wine at super prices and selections. Reservations. Open Mon–Sat for lunch and dinner. Spreading smiles world-wide with hundreds of locations all over the U.S. and many foreign countries. With over 75 flavors (14 available daily) every visit can be different. Menchie (our mascot) makes numerous appearances. Our mission is to make you smile — come see us! Kyoto Japanese Steak and Seafood House 1621 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.8888 ı www.kyotoofwilliamsburg.com Japanese dining with hibachi grill and sushi bar. Meals are highlighted with your personal hibachi grill chef who artistically prepares your order before your eyes. Vegetarian and kids meals served. Carry-out sushi, box meals and tour group menus available. Le Yaca Restaurant Francais 1430 High Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.220.3616 ı www.leyacawilliamsburg.com Dining Le Yaca successfully combines the worlds of comfort and taste with French Country cooking served in style. Choose from a selection of seafood, beef, lamb and veal entrées and the best desserts in town, including our famous Grand Marnier Soufflé. Lunch and dinner seven days a week; open table reservations. MAD about Chocolate! 204 Armistead Avenue · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.645.2995 ı www.madaboutchocolate.us Vacation Planner Showcasing the wizardry of Death by Chocolate author Marcel Desaulniers. Decadent cookies, brownies, chocolates and light lunches from the open-air kitchen. Café features art by Connie Desaulniers, fine crafts from international artists. Wine and beer. One block from Merchants Square and the College of William & Mary. Magnolia Dining Room at Colonial Heritage 6500 Arthur Hills Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.645.2018 ı www.colonialheritageclub.com Quiet dinners with family, entertaining clients or enjoying the company of friends are made special here. Our Chef is a seasoned professional and has carefully crafted a menu featuring exceptional cuisine and classic American dishes to create a unique dining experience. Yorktown Beach at Riverwalk Landing 53 Vacation Planner Dining DI N I NG 54 Old Chickahominy House Retro’s Good Eats 1211 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.4689 ı www.oldchickahominy.com 435 Prince George Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.8816 ı www.RetrosGoodEats.com Enjoy breakfast or lunch served in a plantation setting where meals are prepared from family recipes. For 59 years we have been delighting our customers with fine food and a unique shopping experience. Browse our shop for gifts, jewelry and accessories. Fast food, fifties style! Hot dogs, hamburgers with a multitude of toppings; fresh fries cut daily. Soda fountain shakes and floats made with our delicious real dairy frozen custard! BBQ, grilled chicken, soups and vegetarian options. Make the most of your tour time–groups served quickly. Family friendly. Opus 9 Steakhouse Riverwalk Restaurant 5143 Main Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.645.4779 ı www.opus9steakhouse.com 323 Water Street, Suite A-1 · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.875.1522 ı www.RiverwalkRestaurant.net The epitome of fine dining, from superior steakhouse fare to a diverse wine list, casual elegance and first class service. Private dining/board rooms available for business or pleasure. Seasonal patio. Open every day for lunch and dinner. On Sunday, enjoy a Jazz Brunch. Reservations recommended. Waterfront dining on the York River. Fresh regional seafood, traditional American favorites. Great sandwiches and salads at the High Tide Bar & Grill for lunch and dinner. Full-service menu in the Riverwalk Restaurant; private accommodations in The Landing banquet room. PIZZA HUT Rocco’s Smokehouse Grill 1611 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.8000 ı www.pizzahut.com 207 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.8550 ı www.roccossmokehouse.com Serving a large variety of delicious pizzas, pastas and wings. We offer great catering rates to save your business time and money. We also have excellent fundraising opportunities to help your organization raise dough. Contact your local restaurant manager to find out more about these hot deals. Taste Texas BBQ the way it was meant to be!! All our meats are smoked in custom built smokers. We use our dry rub, oak and hickory woods for flavor. Also offering steak, seafood, chicken dishes, burgers and sandwiches. Full bar with a selection of local draft beers, freshly baked pies and cakes and kids’ menu. Plaza Azteca Sal’s by Victor Italian Restaurant 1430 High Street, Suite 901 · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.345.2901 ı www.plazaazteca.com 1242 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.2641 ı www.salsbyvictor.com At Plaza Azteca, we take real pride in serving our guests authentic Mexican dishes made with the finest ingredients available. Salsas made fresh throughout the day to ensure the ultimate in flavor, Tableside Guacamole prepared with the freshest avocados. Bringing you the real flavors of Mexico. Features everything you’d expect from a traditional Italian pizzeria or family-style Italian restaurant. Victor Minichiello and his staff use the finest ingredients preparing fresh pastas, veal, chicken and heart-healthy sauces. Bring your group and family! Red Lobster Sal’s Ristorante Italiano 2100 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.221.8127 ı www.redlobster.com 835 Capitol Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.221.0443 ı www.salsristoranteitaliano.com Red Lobster is a full service casual dining seafood restaurant serving lunch and dinner seven days a week. Newly remodeled, we offer personalized service and a variety of entrées, including non-seafood options and a children’s menu. Enjoy fine Italian cuisine with family atmosphere and prices. Specialties include veal parmigiana, chicken cacciatore, eggplant rollatini, lasagna, New York style pizza and many more entrées. Voted Best Pizza and Italian Restaurant in Williamsburg. Group reservations accepted. Open for lunch and dinner. sticks kebob shop 4903 Courthouse Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.903.2500 ı www.saporiflavors.com 5223-E Monticello Avenue · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.903.2675 ı www.stickskebobshop.com “Sapori” means “flavors”; enjoy our upscale-casual atmosphere with authentic fresh ingredients and handmade sauces that are a fusion between traditional Sicilian recipes and modern culinary concepts. Yummy kebobs, salads and sandwiches from Sticks are the food lover’s answer to lunch and dinner on the go. Our delicious, Mediterranean-inspired meals satisfy your hunger without expanding your waistline or emptying your wallet. Seasons Restaurant ANd Bar SUBWAY 110 South Henry Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.259.0018 ı www.seasonsofwilliamsburg.com 5251 John Tyler Highway, Suite 10 · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.7614 Dine in the most exciting restaurant in Merchants Square! We have a full service bar; brunch is served Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 am–2:00 pm. Try our bakery, cupcakes, cookies or cakes for eating in or to go. Open Sun-Thurs 11:00 am–9:00 pm; Fri–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm. Subway on John Tyler Highway, serving famous foot-long and signature subs, to go lunchboxes, party platters and 3-foot and 6-foot giant subs. Catering orders welcome! Shorty’s Diner Sweet Frog Williamsburg 627 Merrimac Trail · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.603.6674 ı www.ShortysDinerVa.com 4907 Courthouse Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.229.1004 ı www.facebook.com/sweetfrogwilliamsburg.com Family owned and operated, Shorty’s serves breakfast and lunch using family recipes in the traditional diner style. Providing Good Food, Large Portions, Small Prices! From our homemade Pastrami to our fresh cut Fries, you will see and taste the difference. Daily specials available. Sweet Frog is Williamsburg’s premier self-serve frozen yogurt shop featuring 14 different flavors of premium frozen yogurt and tons of tasty toppings. At Sweet Frog, fun is our secret ingredient! Come in and create your own unique creation today! Email sweetfrogwilliamsburg@gmail.com. Sportsmans Grille The Trellis Restaurant 240 McLaws Circle · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.4634 ı www.sportsmansgrille.net 403 Duke of Gloucester Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.8610 ı www.thetrellis.com Casual family dining in a newly re-designed sports atmosphere. We offer American fare at great prices in a relaxed comfortable environment. Located on Rt. 60 just a mile from Busch Gardens. Come and see what has become a “Fan Favorite” for locals and visitors alike! Standing as a monument to regional cuisine, the Trellis Restaurant is at the forefront of modern American dining. With a focus on local, responsibly raised products and small scale, artisan farmers, the menu brings the very best of the region to your table with outstanding flavors and beautiful presentation. Stephanos Pizza & Subs The Whaling Company 110 South Henry Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.476.8999 ı www.stephanospizza.com 494 McLaws Circle · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.0275 ı www.WhalingCompany.com Located in the heart of Colonial Williamsburg. New York Style Pizza, as well as oven-baked submarine sandwiches made with the highest quality meats, salads, soup, ice cream, desserts and a children’s menu. Open Sun-Thurs 11:00 am–8:00 pm; Fri-Sat 11:00 am –9:00 pm. The house specialty is fresh fish with a menu offering a wide variety of seafood selections, fresh-cut steaks and chicken entrées. Relax in a setting which is reminiscent of an old New England fishing village. Dress is casual; reservations are accepted. Vacation Planner Sapori Ristorante Italiano Dining DI N I NG 55 Where to Stay Vacation Planner 56 Historic Powhatan Resort’s Manor House W H E R E TO STAY Only a mile from the Historic Area and five miles from Busch Gardens! All new guest rooms offer plush bedding, granite vanities, microwave and refrigerator. With complimentary hot deluxe breakfast, indoor pool and wireless internet you’ll find affordable luxury at this AAA 3-Diamond hotel. Clarion Hotel Historic District 351 York Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.4100 ı www.clarionwilliamsburg.com 100% smoke free facility offering 140 comfortable guest rooms, indoor heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi, exercise facility, free Wi-Fi, 24-hour business center, full service restaurant and lounge. Conveniently located; two blocks to Historic Area, two miles to Busch Gardens and Water Country USA. Pet friendly. Colonial Williamsburg– Williamsburg Inn 136 East Francis Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com Among the world’s great hotels, the Williamsburg Inn offers unparalleled service, spectacular amenities and fine dining. Its proximity to the Revolutionary City, The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg and the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club make it a guest favorite. Colonial Williamsburg– Williamsburg Lodge 310 South England Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com Beautiful folk art furnishings, inviting leather sofas and charming lantern-lined hallways welcome guests to the Williamsburg Lodge, where Southern hospitality and regional cuisine are hallmarks. Located adjacent to the Revolutionary City. Colonial Williamsburg– Colonial Houses –Historic Lodging Colonial Williamsburg –Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites 305 S. England Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com 105 Visitor Center Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com Colonial Williamsburg offers authentic period accommodations in the Colonial Houses. 75 guest accommodations in 26 “houses”, some as small as one room; others as large as 16 rooms. For guests who wish to fully immerse themselves in the 18th century. Nestled on the edge of a secluded pine grove, Williamsburg Woodlands is a family haven located at the Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center. This moderately priced hotel is convenient to dining, shopping, golf, spa and many recreational amenities. Colonial Williamsburg – Governor’s Inn Courtyard by Marriott Williamsburg Busch Gardens Area 506 North Henry Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com 470 McLaws Circle · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.221.0700 · 888.236.2427 ı www.CourtyardWilliamsburg.com The most economical way to enjoy the amenities of the Colonial Williamsburg Hotels, Governor’s Inn is just three blocks from the Revolutionary City. Daily continental breakfast, outdoor pool, use of nearby recreational facilities and close to shopping and dining. Newly renovated, and featuring a state-of-the-art lobby with The Bistro, serving breakfast, dinner and evening cocktails. Convenient to Williamsburg attractions and one mile to Busch Gardens. Indoor/ outdoor pool, fitness center and free Wi-Fi ensure an ideal stay! Colonial Williamsburg– Providence Hall Guesthouses Days Hotel Busch Gardens Area 305 S. England Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com The Providence Hall Guesthouses are spacious accommodations adjacent to the Revolutionary City, the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club, The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg, shopping, dining and more. 201 Water Country Parkway · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.6444 · 800.635.5366 www.dayshotelbuschgardens.com Affordable luxury in our AAA-3 Diamonds newly renovated rooms. 100% smoke free. 40-inch LCD TV, microwave, refrigerator and free Wi-Fi in each room. Complimentary deluxe hot breakfast. Outdoor pool, large arcade. Appointed pet-friendly rooms, meeting space. Where to Stay 201 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.0880 · 800.473.7890 ı www.bestwesternhistoricarea.com Vacation Planner Best Western Historic Area 57 Vacation Planner Where to Stay W H E R E TO STAY 58 DoubleTree by Hilton Williamsburg Holiday Inn Express & Suites 50 Kingsmill Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.220.2500 800.442.3654 ı www.williamsburg.doubletree.com 1452 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.941.1057 ı www.hiexpress.com/williamsburgva Newly renovated, full-service hotel closest to Busch Gardens and minutes to Colonial Williamsburg and Water Country. Heated indoor/ outdoor pool, game room, fitness center, basketball/tennis court, Sports Bar, restaurant and late night room service. Spacious guest rooms with mini-refrigerators. A home away from home! The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is newly remodeled! Every morning we offer guests a hot and free Express Start Breakfast Bar. They can also enjoy free wireless, fitness center and an indoor salt water pool. Come discover our hospitality in the heart of Williamsburg! EconoLodge Inn & Suites Colonial West Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg North 119 ByPass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.1663 ı www.econolodgewilliamsburg.com 720 Lightfoot Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.220.0062 ı www.hmphotels.com Situated just minutes from the area’s popular historical sights, Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, the Williamsburg Winery, outlet shopping and dining. We offer spacious accommodations, thoughtful amenities and friendly service, all at exceptional rates. Enjoy the amenities of a brand new modern hotel featuring an indoor pool, fitness & business centers, guest laundry, meeting space, complimentary hot breakfast buffet and WIFI, spacious guest rooms with refrigerators, microwaves, coffeemakers and more. Embassy Suites Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Historic Gateway 3006 Mooretown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.6800 · 800.EMBASSY www.Williamsburg.embassysuites.com 515 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.9990 ı www.hmphotels.com All two-room suite property. All living rooms are equipped with a rollout sofa bed that can accommodate two people. Enjoy full cooked-to-order breakfast each morning, and a nightly manager’s reception that includes free cocktails and snacks. The feel of a big city hotel! Full service; the Bistro 515 Restaurant & Bar is open for breakfast and dinner daily. Rooms include free Wi-Fi, 42” LCD TV with premium HD channels, refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker. Conveniently located to Williamsburg attractions. Fort Magruder Hotel and Conference center Holiday Inn Patriot 6945 Pocahontas Trail · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.2250 ı www.fortmagruderhotel.com 3032 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.565.2600 ı www.hipatriot.com Only minutes from the Historic Area and Busch Gardens, the Fort Magruder Hotel and Conference Center is situated in a beautifully wooded area and landscaped around an original redoubt from the Battle of Williamsburg. Full service hotel located in the main shopping and dining district in Williamsburg, convenient to all area attractions. Colonial décor guest rooms feature microfridge in each room, HDTV’s, complimentary high speed Internet, indoor and outdoor pool, game room, dining room and lounge. 10,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg Kingsmill Resort 549 East Rochambeau Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.229.9700 ı www.Greatwolf.com 1010 Kingsmill Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.1703 · 800.832.5665 ı www.Kingsmill.com A family destination resort capturing the Northwoods atmosphere and adventure. Featuring 405 family-sized suites, a 67,000 square foot indoor waterpark, outdoor pool, extra large arcade, full service spa, family restaurants and bar, confectionery café and 8,622 square feet of flexible meeting space. Situated on the banks of the scenic James River, features 425 comfortable, villa-style guest rooms and suites, two world-class golf courses, an organic- and nature-based spa, 15-court tennis center, four restaurants and lounges, modern conference facilities and a state-of-the-art fitness center. W H E R E TO STAY Quality Inn & SUITES 5351 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.645.3636 qualityinn.com/hotel-williamsburg-virginia-VA535 The newly renovated (2013), property is ideally located in Virginia’s Historic Triangle. WHODUNIT Theater onsite, and conference/ banquet hall accommodates up to 190 people. Our kitchen prepares fresh hot food daily and can cater any event. We take pride in our menu selections and prepare them fresh onsite the day of the event. Wedmore place at the williamsburg winery 5810 Wessex Hundred · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.941.0310 · 866.WEDMORE ı www.wedmoreplace.com Wood burning fireplaces and antiques lend Old World charm and elegance. Cobblestone courtyard, fountains, library, spa/fitness room, outdoor pool, meeting/event space, walking trails and fine dining. Complimentary tour and wine tastings for guests. Quality Inn at Kingsmill Quality Inn Historic East Busch Gardens Area 505 York Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.220.3100 www.qualityinn.com/hotel-williamsburg-virginia-va222 A short walk to Colonial Williamsburg, 3 miles from Busch Gardens/ Water Country USA. All rooms offer microwave and refrigerator. Enjoy our indoor heated pool/whirlpool, complimentary hot deluxe breakfast and Wi-Fi, guest laundry and 24-hour snack shop. Pet Friendly! Residence Inn by Marriott 1648 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.941.2000 · 800.331.3131 ı www.marriott.com/phfrw Located near the Historic Area, Premium Outlets, Busch Gardens, Water Country USA and the College of William & Mary. Features studio, one- and two-bedroom suites with living rooms and fully equipped kitchens. Complimentary full breakfast buffet and high speed internet. Evening socials Tues–Thurs. SpringHill Suites by Marriott 1644 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.941.3000 · 888.287.9400 ı www.Marriott.com/phfsh Relax and enjoy our spacious king and double queen suites which include separate living and sleeping area, pull-out sofa bed, pantry area with refrigerator and microwave and complimentary high speed internet. Complimentary full American breakfast buffet served daily. Located near all the main attractions. BE D & BR E A K FA ST S & GU E ST HOM E S A Williamsburg Sampler Bed and Breakfast 922 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.0398 · 800.722.1169 ı www.WilliamsburgSampler.com Elegant 18th century plantation style inn lovingly overseen by the same innkeepers for over 25 years. King-size beds, carriage house fitness center, billiard parlor, slot machine and 60” flat TV home center. This accommodation will enhance your stay in Williamsburg. The Cedars of Williamsburg Bed and Breakfast 616 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.3591 · 800.296.3591 ı www.CedarsOfWilliamsburg.com Voted best Mid-Atlantic (07,08,09) and best Southern (05) B&B by guests, the area’s most romantic and charming experience. Featured on HGTV and Salt Lake Tribune; entertaining 4,500 guests annually. Perfect for weddings, retreats and reunions. See us on Facebook! Vacation Planner The Quality Inn at Kingsmill is conveniently located near Busch Gardens, Water Country USA and Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area. Many excellent restaurants are only a short walk away and we are within minutes of the College of William & Mary, Jamestown, Yorktown and the The Pottery. Where to Stay 480 McLaws Circle · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.1100 · 800.296.4667 ı qualityinnkingsmillva.com 59 BE D & BR E A K FA ST S & GU E ST HOM E S Fife and Drum Inn War Hill Inn Bed and Breakfast 441 Prince George Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.345.1776 · 888.838.1783 ı www.FifeAndDrumInn.com 4560 Longhill Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.0248 · 800.743.0248 ı www.WarHillInn.com Historic Williamsburg’s only downtown inn. One block to Duke of Gloucester Street and the College of William & Mary. The personal touch of a bed and breakfast with all the amenities of a fine hotel. Large country manor in the center of 35 acres; perfectly located two miles from Williamsburg. Manor house built with recycled building materials under the guidance of a Colonial Williamsburg architect. Perfect for honeymooners and families. Johnson’s Guest Home Vacation Planner Where to Stay 101 Thomas Nelson Lane · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.3909 60 Welcoming guests for three decades, a colonial-style brick in “Skipwith Farms.” Convenient to the Historic Area, Visitors Center and area restaurants, our home is furnished with antiques. Our guest rooms have queen canopy, double canopy and twin beds. Magnolia Manor Bed and Breakfast 700 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.9600 · 800.462.6667 ı www.MagnoliaManorWmbg.com CA M PGROU N DS American Heritage RV Park 146 Maxton Lane · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.566.2133 www.americanheritagervpark.com · americanheritagerv@gmail.com Perfect for anniversaries, honeymoons and romantic getaways. King canopy beds in all rooms and suites. Suites with fireplaces in separate living rooms. Whirlpool tubs and multi-head showers. Mid-week and weekend packages. Come enjoy a quiet stay at Williamsburg’s only premium campground. All sites include full hookup, with free cable, Wi-Fi access and level concrete pads. Mini-golf, pool, giant water slide, fenced-in dog run, nature trail and many other amenities included. Virginia’s highest rated RV resort! Newport House Bed and Breakfast Anvil Campground 710 South Henry Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.1775 · 877.565.1775 ı www.newporthousebb.com 5243 Mooretown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.565.2300 www.anvilcampground.com ı info@anvilcampground.com Designed in 1756 and furnished completely in period. Breakfasts include colonial recipes. Colonial dancing Tuesday evenings; beginners welcome. Fully air-conditioned, off-street parking and just 500 yards to Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area. Host is former museum director. Celebrating 60 Years & Millions of Memories–1954-2014! Rated 9.5/9.5/8.5! Williamsburg’s only campground with shuttle services to the attractions, restaurants and shopping! Closest to attractions! Superior customer service, first-class utilities, best Wi-Fi, cable and rental cottages! Simpson House Cottage Williamsburg KOA Resort Campground 10 Bayberry Lane · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.3575 A charming Colonial cottage located within walking distance of Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area and the College of William & Mary. Relax in a comfortable sitting room while enjoying a continental breakfast from the Pullman kitchen. Queen-size bed and full bath. 4000 Newman Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.565.2907 · 800.KOA.1733 ı www.WilliamsburgKOA.com Just minutes from all the major local attractions. History, fun and relaxation meet in a quiet 180 acres for a great camping experience! Free cable, Wi-Fi, heated pool, Jumping Pillow, Free Fun Bus and seasonal activities. Woodall’s Highest 5W Rating! VACAT ION R E N TA L S Residential-style accommodations consisting of two- and fourbedroom condominiums with full kitchens and fireplaces. Nearby, watch history come to life at Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown, ride the world-class roller coasters and enjoy the shows at Busch Gardens, or cool down at Water Country USA. Greensprings Vacation Resort 101 St. Andrews Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.258.1120 800.845.5279 ı www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phfvi-marriotts The Manor Club at Ford’s Colony, a Marriott Vacation Club International resort, is just a few minutes away from Historic Williamsburg, Busch Gardens, Water Country USA and Jamestown, offering studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom accommodations. Westgate Historic Williamsburg Resort 3500 Ludwell Parkway · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.253.1177 · 800.438.2929 www.greenspringsvacationresort.com 1324 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.6220 ı www.WestgateDestinations.com Preserving the spirit of Colonial America, Greensprings provides every amenity for your well-deserved holiday. Golf lovers will adore the adjacent Nicklaus-designed course. Ideal location for seeing the sights of Williamsburg. All units have full kitchen and washer/dryer. Offering units furnished in colonial décor with modern day luxuries. Studio units feature one queen bed and one pullout twin. Onebedroom units feature one king bed, one pullout queen, full kitchen, living area, fireplace and washer/dryer. On-site amenities for all ages. The Historic Powhatan Resort Williamsburg Plantation Resort 3601 Ironbound Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.220.1200 · 800.438.2929 ı www.historicpowhatanresort.com 4870 Longhill Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.903.5185 855.822.9624 ı chip@williamsburgdestinationservices.com The Historic Powhatan Resort offers a slice of colonial history with the restored Manor House (circa 1735). Amid 256 rolling woodland acres, The Historic Powhatan Resort offers a variety of fun during any season including cascading indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, an outdoor pavilion and a playground. Williamsburg Plantation Resort is the perfect spot for family fun! Enjoy residential style accommodations, fully furnished with all the comforts of home after a long day of touring our Historic Triangle. Located just minutes away from all major attractions. On-site activities and spa available. Holiday Inn Club Vacations Williamsburg Resort Wyndham Kingsgate 200 English Garden Way · Williamsburg, VA · 23187 T: 888.338.3290 ı www.hiclubvacations.com/williamsburg 619 Georgetown Crescent · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 866.863.7388 ı www.extraholidays.com/williamsburgcta Minutes from the historic district of Colonial Williamsburg, this resort features spacious one and two bedroom villas with fully-equipped kitchens/dining areas and fireplaces. The resort is easily accessible to many great attractions in the region. Close to the Historic Area, Wyndham Kingsgate offers spacious one- and two-bedroom suites furnished in the Colonial style with private bedrooms, kitchens and dining areas, living rooms with sleeper sofas and washer/dryers. Resort amenities include mini golf, game room, fitness center and even a movie theater. Kings Creek Plantation Wyndham Patriots’ Place 191 Cottage Cove Lane · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 877.55RELAX (557.3529) ı www.kingscreekplantation.com 220 House of Burgess Way · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 866.863.7388 ı www.extraholidays.com/williamsburgcta Williamsburg’s only resort with individual cottages including fully equipped kitchens, washers and dryers! Promotional rates available upon request. Conveniently located adjacent to Water Country USA. On-site amenities include miniature golf and our newly remodeled activities center. Conveniently located near the Historic Area. Features studios with kitchenette and one-bedroom suites with private bedroom, sleeper sofa in living area, either full or partial kitchen and dining area, washer/ dryer and fireplace (deluxe only). A perfect retreat for solo travelers and couples. Free access to Wyndham Kingsgate amenities. Where to Stay 5380 Olde Towne Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 ı T: 757.903.5185 855.822.9624 ı chip@williamsburgdestinationservices.com Marriott Manor Club at Ford’s Colony Vacation Planner The Colonies at Williamsburg 61 Vacation Planner Where to Stay A DDI T IONA L LODGI NG 62 Americas Inn Bassett Motel Budget Inn Williamsburg Candlewood Suites Colonel Waller Motel Comfort Inn Comfort Inn Central Comfort Inn King George (Historic) Comfort Suites Comfort Suites (Formerly Sleep Inn) Country Hearth Inn & Suites Country Inn & Suites by Carlson Historic Country Inn & Suites Williamsburg Busch Gardens Area Courtyard by Marriott - Yorktown Property Crown Inn Days Inn Downtown (Colonial Downtown) Days Inn Historic Area Duke of York Econo Lodge Colonial Econo Lodge Parkway Econo Lodge Pottery Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Hampton Inn & Suites Central Hampton Inn & Suites Historic Area Hampton Inn & Suites - Richmond Road Hilton Garden Inn Homewood Suites Hotel Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Knights Inn- Formerly Quarter Path Inn La Quinta Inn & Suites Motel 6 Parkside Resort Patrick Henry Square Pineapple Housing Center Quality Inn Historic Area Red Roof Inn Roadway Inn Historic Roadway Inn & Suites Rochambeau Motel Sleep Inn Historic 1600 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 800 York Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 800 Capitol Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 329 Commonwealth Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23693 917 Capitol Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 4531 George Washington Memorial Hwy. · Yorktown, VA · 23692 2007 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 706 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 237 Commons Way · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 220 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 924 Capitol Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 400 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 7135 Pocahontas Trail · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 105 Cybernetics Way · Yorktown, VA · 23693 7833 George Washington Memorial Hwy. · Yorktown, VA · 23692 902 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 331 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 508 Water Street · Yorktown, VA · 23690 216 Parkway Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 442 Parkway Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 7051 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 1402 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 718 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 911 Capital Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 1880 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 1624 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 601 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 6483 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 620 York Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 814 Capitol Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 1330 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 1821 Merrimac Trail · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 249 York Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 5437 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 600 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 824 Capitol Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 309 Page Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 7224 Merrimac Trail · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 929 Capitol Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 220 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.1134 T: 757.229.5175 T: 757.229.2374 T: 757.952.1120 T: 757.253.0999 T: 757.283.1111 T: 757.220.3888 T: 757.229.9230 T: 757.645.4646 T: 757.259.1700 T: 757.229.5215 T: 757.259.7990 T: 757.229.6900 T: 757.874.9000 T: 757.898.5436 T: 757.229.5060 T: 757- 253-1166 T: 757.898.3232 T: 757.253.6450 T: 757.229.7564 T: 757.564.3341 T: 757.645.3600 T: 757.229.7330 T: 757.941.1777 T: 757.229.4900 T: 757.253.9400 T: 757.259.1199 T: 757.220.5550 T: 757.220.0960 T: 757.229.0200 T: 757.565.3433 T: 800.456.0009 T: 757.229.9540 T: 757.259.9670 T: 757.220.2800 T: 757.259.1948 T: 757.229.1855 T: 757.229.0400 T: 757.229.2851 T: 757.259.1700 401 Commnwealth Drive · Yorktown, VA · 23693 1233 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 304 Second Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 6488 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 200 Cybernetic Way · Yorktown, VA · 23693 120 Bypass Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 834 Capitol Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 2225 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 912 Capital Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 6493 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 4600 Mooretown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 8829 George Washington Memorial Hwy. · Yorktown, VA · 23692 T: 757.251.6644 T: 757.253.1087 T: 757.229.0500 T: 757.565.0090 T: 757.874.8884 T: 757.229.2000 T: 757.229.4933 T: 757.220.0710 T: 757.229.3931 T: 757.565.1111 T: 757.564.2420 T: 757.898.5451 708 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 706 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 718 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 505 Capitol Court · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 616 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 605 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 4201 Seaford Road · Seaford, VA · 23696 720 College Terrace · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 111 Washington Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 501 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 1109 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 325 Ewell Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 4800 John Tyler Memorial Hwy. · Charles City, VA · 23030 701 Monumental Avenue · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 303 Capitol Landing Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 601 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 702 Main Street · Yorktown, VA · 23690 802 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 930 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 220 Church Street · Yorktown, VA · 23692 800 Jamestown Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 600 Richmond Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 209 Ambler Street · Yorktown, VA · 23690 121 Lafayette Road · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.229.3320 T: 757.229.2099 T: 757.229.8580 T: 757.229.5422 T: 757.220.9263 T: 757.903.4306 T: 757.897.6062 T: 877.334.0641 T: 703.751.8887 T: 757.229.0233 T: 757.220.8087 T: 757.715.2332 T: 757.829.2962 T: 757.229.6914 T: 757.229.7552 T: 757.719.9942 T: 757.369.0200 T: 757.345.3316 T: 757.220.0524 T: 757.898.3859 T: 757.258.7799 T: 757.220.8011 T: 757.887.8800 T: 757.872.7337 BED & BREAKFASTS A Boxwood Inn of Williamsburg B&B A Patriot B&B A Williamsburg White House Inn Aldrich House B&B Alice Person House B&B Applewood Colonial B & B Bay Tree Manor B&B Bentley Manor Brickhouse Inn Colonial Capitol B&B Colonial Gardens B&B Country Cottage Edgewood Plantation B&B Fox & Grape B&B Governor’s Trace B&B Harp & Thistle Hornsby House Inn B&B Inn at 802 B&B Legacy of Williamsburg Marl Inn B&B Mulberry Garden Manor Williamsburg Manor York River Inn B&B Yorktown’s Charming Battlefield Cottage For a complete listing of area lodging facilities, go to www.visitwilliamsburg.com. For assistance with lodging reservations, please call 888.831.7418. Vacation Planner Staybridge Suites Super 8 Motel Colonial Downtown Super 8 Motel Historic Super 8 Motel Pottery Townplace Suites by Marriott Travelodge Inn & Suites Travel Lodge (Formerly King William Inn) Travelodge Williamsburg White Lion Williamsburg Outlet Mall Inn Wyndham Governor’s Green Yorktown Motorlodge Where to Stay A DDI T IONA L LODGI NG 63 64 Williamsburg Trolley Vacation Planner Tours, Transportation & Services Worldstrides 1001-A Richmond Road, Suite 1-W · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.258.3122 · 800.378.1571 ı www.ColonialConnections.com 1309 Jamestown Road, Suite 104 · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.253.0110 ı www.worldstrides.org Williamsburg’s most requested and experienced tour company has been servicing groups visiting the Historic Triangle for more than 20 years. Let our professionals take care of all the arrangements – accommodations, meals, admissions, guides and transportation – for your church, social club, reunion or student group. Worldstrides offers educators, students, and parents a personalized approach to student travel. Our goal is to create an educational experience for each student that is truly unforgettable. We believe in engaging students and helping them develop life-long skills and a passion for learning that extends well beyond the classroom. Colonial Tours Williamsburg, VA T: 757.897.9600 ı www.williamsburgprivatetours.com Private walking tour. Tours are conducted for individuals, families and groups by a licensed tour guide. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Williamsburg or Jamestown Island. For evening fun, take our private candlelight ghost tour. Sterling Event Planners of Williamsburg, Inc. 1138 Professional Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.5757 ı www.sterling-events.com Williamsburg’s greatest ambassadors are ready to work for you! The experienced experts at Sterling Events will take care of all the details of your next visit, conference or incentive so you can relax. Our tours, excursions, activities and special events are the very best – bar none. T R ANSPORTAT ION Enterprise Rent-A-Car 713 Merrimac Trail · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220-1900 · 800.Rent-A-Car ı www.enterprise.com Great rates, great services and free pickup! Enterprise services Williamsburg with two convenient locations in town and at the Newport News/Williamsburg Airport. Ask about our 50% off weekend specials and hotel guest discounts! Williamsburg Destination Services James River Bus LInes T: 757.903.5185 · 855.822.9642 (VAC-WMBG) chip@williamsburgdestinationservices.com 7346 Merrimac Trail · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.220.5466 877.422.1105 ı www.onetransportationsolution.com A destination management and relocation company specializing in discounted customized vacation packages including lodging and attraction tickets! New residents relocating to the area wanting short term rentals! Fully furnished residential style accommodations with resort amenities! Close to Colonial Williamsburg! A total transportation solution. We attribute our 30 years of success to our dedication to customer satisfaction, our great employees and our vehicles. We have over 80 vehicles in our fleet: sedans, limousines, executive transporters, mini-coaches and motorcoaches. Williamsburg Walking Tours Marrow Transportation 441 Prince George Street · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.634.2452 (David Thomas) www.WilliamsburgWalkingTours.com 479 McLaws Circle, Suite 5 · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.564.5466 ı www.marrowtransit.com Entertaining and educational tours of Colonial Williamsburg. Owned and operated by Virginia natives who have decades of experience and an endless collection of local stories spanning three centuries. Walkabout History, Ghostly Tales, Christmas Door-to-Door. We are Williamsburg’s Elite Chauffeured Service! Add the luxury, convenience and safety of your own personal chauffeur to your next vacation or business trip. We’ll handle your transportation. You just relax and enjoy the ride. Vacation Planner Colonial Connections, Inc. Tours, Transportation & Services TOU R S 65 Vacation Planner Tours, Transportation & Services T R ANSPORTAT ION 66 Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) Peninsula Airport Commission ı 900 Bland Boulevard, Suite G Newport News, VA · 23602 ı T: 757.877.0221 ı www.flyphf.com Williamsburg Area Transport 7239 Pocahontas Trail · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.220.5493 · F: 757.220.6268 ı www.WilliamsburgTransport.com Only 20 miles from Williamsburg; served by four airlines: Allegiant, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines and US Airways. Non-stop service to five domestic destinations (Atlanta, Charlotte, Denver, Orlando/ Sanford and Philadelphia); easy connections throughout the world. Williamsburg Area Transport is a great way to experience hospitality while on vacation, with service to shopping and area attractions. Attractions served include Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area, Busch Gardens and Water Country USA, with connections to Jamestown and Yorktown. Newton Bus Service, Inc. Williamsburg Trolley P.O. Box 502 · Williamsburg, VA · 23187 T: 757.874.3160 · 888.693.6838 ı www.charteredbus.com Williamsburg Area Transit Authority ı 7239 Pocahontas Trail Williamsburg, VA · 23185 ı T: 757.220.5493 www.WilliamsburgTransport.com Williamsburg’s most requested and experienced tour company has been servicing groups visiting the Historic Triangle for 20+ years. Let us take care of all the arrangements – accommodations, meals, admissions, guides and transportation – for your church, social club, reunion or student group. Satellite TV, Wi-Fi and security cameras. WATA operates three colorful red and green Williamsburg Trolleys. The replica trolleys are a fun and exciting way to travel from Merchants Square to High Street and New Town for dining, entertainment and shopping. See web site for hours of operation and cost. Norfolk International Airport Williamsburg-Jamestown Airport 2200 Norview Avenue · Norfolk, VA · 23518 T: 757.857.3351 ı www.takeorf.com 100 Marclay Road · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 757.229.9256 Norfolk International Airport (ORF) is the major airport serving coastal Virginia and northeast North Carolina. 45 miles from Williamsburg. American, Delta, Southwest, United and US Airways offer low fares and convenient daily flights to hundred of cities in the U.S. and worldwide. Celebrating 42 years of service as a general aviation airport, we are ready to make your stay an enjoyable one. We offer a unique gift shop for the aviation-minded. Less than four miles from the Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area and Jamestown. Awardwinning restaurant, Charly’s. Oleta Coach Lines, Inc. Yorktown Trolley P.O. Box 466 · Williamsburg, VA · 23187 T: 757.253.1008 · 800.656.5382 ı www.Oleta.com P.O. Box 532 · Yorktown, VA · 23690 T: 757.890.3300 ı www.visityorktown.org Locally owned and operated transportation and tour company. Weekly tours of Washington DC, Charlottesville, Jamestown and Yorktown. Christmas Lights Tour! Airport shuttle service in our 2012 Chevy Suburban. Private tours; discounts for multi-bookings. Our tours are rated as one of Williamsburg’s best things to do! Two trolleys provide free service of the four-mile loop around the Yorktown village. Old-world feel with mahogany and brass trimmings, yet equipped with modern amenities including air conditioning, wheel chair access and portable AED’s. Runs daily spring through fall. Free. Richmond International Airport 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive · Richmond, VA · 23250 T: 804.226.3000 ı www.flyrichmond.com One of the most modern, well-equipped airports in the eastern US with easy access from highway to jetway. Six major carriers, including AirTran/Southwest, American, Delta, JetBlue, United and US Airways offer nonstop flights to major domestic destinations and connecting service to points around the globe. 40 minutes away via I-64. Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center Williamsburg Tourist Information Center 101A Visitor Center Drive · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 855.541.6959 ı www.colonialwilliamsburg.com 1915 Pocahontas Trail · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 800.446.9244 · 757.220.3330 ı www.goWilliamsburg.com Information on Colonial Williamsburg and regional attractions. Buy Colonial Williamsburg passes, partner passes and special program tickets. Make lodging and dining reservations. Park and ride shuttle bus to the Revolutionary City and art museums. Bookstore, souvenirs, café. Providing travelers assistance, directions, information and reservations on the entire Williamsburg region. Open daily 9 am– 5 pm. Official Visitor’s Guide to the Greater Williamsburg Area; free discount coupons in print and online at www.goWilliamsburg.com. East Coast Gateway Welcome Center Interstate 64 East, Milemarker 213 · New Kent, VA · 23124 T: 804.966.7450 ı www.vatc.org The East Coast Gateway Welcome Center provides brochures, maps and other information on Virginia travel destinations. The center is open seven days a week 8:30 am– 5:00 pm. William & Mary Conference Services PO Box 8795 · Williamsburg, VA · 23187 T: 757.221.4084 ı www.wm.edu/conferenceservices A customer-centered, one-stop-shop approach to conference planning and coordination. Housing, meeting space, meals, catering, audio-visual, transportation, excursions and registration services available. Please call Mariellynn Maurer. Williamsburg Hotel & Motel Association Vacation Planner 1915 Pocahontas Trail, Suite F-10 · Williamsburg, VA · 23185 T: 866.MYWMSBG (866.699.6727) · 757.220.3330 www.goWilliamsburg.com Since 1976 we’ve provided hotel reservations for 70 area hotels, resorts and bed & breakfasts. Our experienced reservationists provide guests with in-depth, detailed on-site information. Williamsburg Scooter Rentals P.O. Box 5174 · Williamsburg, VA · 23188 T: 757.645.4255 ı www.williamsburgscooterrentals.com Williamsburg Scooter Rentals is a premier mobility Scooter Rental Company providing services for the Historic Triangle Area. We will deliver to most locations within 30 minutes of your call. Should you have any mobility needs, please call today! Tours, Transportation & Services SE RV IC E S 4th of July Parade 67 68 Colonial Williamsburg Vacation Planner Featured Events F E AT U R E D E V E N T S Arts Month in Williamsburg Gardens in Williamsburg Springtime in Williamsburg is filled with the colors and scents of flowers blooming throughout the entire Historic Triangle. Visitors explore the 18th century gardens of Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area, and the more contemporary gardens found throughout the city and the campus of the College of William & Mary. While the Arts flourish every season in Williamsburg, those September days immediately following Labor Day and into early October are set aside for a period when the Arts truly take center stage. The visiting summer families have returned home for the beginning of another school year. The first hints of fall with a gentle breeze announcing the promise of full-colored leaves soon to come stir the hearts of artists and art lovers alike. It is a quiet time. A time to enjoy the creative artistry of local and visiting artisans. Plan a visit to Williamsburg during this most beautiful season of the year. There is also a thriving performing arts community found here, complete with theatre, symphony and individual performances. Discover the Arts in Williamsburg! www.GardensInWilliamsburg.com www.ArtsInWilliamsburg.com Civil War in Williamsburg Christmas in Williamsburg In the early spring and summer of 1862, citizens of Williamsburg found themselves caught in the center of a whirlwind of warfare as U.S. troops challenged with force the authority of Virginia and her sister states to create a separate nation. Nationally recognized as one of America’s favorite Christmas destinations, there is always something in Williamsburg to delight every member of your family. In a harshly fought May 5th battle, 73,000 combatants met on the very outskirts of Williamsburg for a single day that took the lives of nearly 1,000 men with twice that number wounded. From that day until the end of war, Williamsburg and its citizenry served under an occupying force. And the line dividing two countries was drawn just north of the College of William & Mary, located in the very heart of Williamsburg. Plan a visit to Williamsburg and see where battle lines were drawn, defensive positions placed, townspeople cared for the dead and wounded and where daily lives continued to exist even in the turmoil surrounding each household. Visit our website to learn about local points of interest, as well as tours of other nearby battlefields including Yorktown, Cold Harbor and Malvern Hill. Minutes away in Newport News, visit the Mariner’s Museum where the recovered turret of the USS Monitor and other Civil War artifacts are on display. www.CivilWarWilliamsburg.com Throughout the Historic Area of Colonial Williamsburg, homes and taverns are decorated in holiday finery. Boughs, wreaths and other decorations are creatively made from all-natural materials. After enjoying the sights and sounds of Christmas, attend a workshop to learn how to make your own wreaths and ornaments. Stroll under a canopy of more than seven million lights at Christmas Town, Busch Gardens’ celebration of the season. Enjoy the shows, foods, sights and sounds of Christmas throughout the park. Visit Santa’s Workshop where you can meet St. Nick himself. Feast on culinary treats and marvel at the spectacle of Christmas Town’s signature shows. Continue the celebration throughout the Historic Triangle where the season comes alive at Jamestown Settlement and the Historic Yorktown Village. And leave time for that Christmas shopping you have yet to complete. From original art and jewelry to those last minute stocking stuffers, the many shops and outlets of Williamsburg are sure to make Christmas memories for everyone. Vacation Planner Replete with art museums, galleries and artists’ studios, Williamsburg is a visual delight — and a collector’s dream. Whether your preference is traditional or contemporary, cuttingedge or classic, all are here in America’s Historic Triangle. April and May are filled with walking garden tours and programs, hands-on workshops and Colonial Williamsburg’s Garden Symposium. Visit our website for more information including garden related events and itineraries. Featured Events Visit the Williamsburg Botanical Gardens at Freedom Park, and the many beautiful gardens blooming throughout nearby Busch Gardens. www.ChristmasInWilliamsburg.com 69 AMERICA’S HISTORIC TRIANGLE Find Your Way Williamsburg Yorktown Jamestown Look for these wayfinding signs throughout America’s Historic Triangle to help you navigate. printer needs to update FSC logo Post Office Box 3495 I Williamsburg, Virginia 23187 I 800.368.6511 I 888.831.7418 I 757.229.6511 I www.VisitWilliamsburg.com Images used in this publication are provided by the individual attractions, which retain ownership and copyright privileges. 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