Williamsburg Attractions
Busch Gardens
Busch Gardens is an action-packed European themed adventure park with 17th Century Charm and 21st Century technology. Voted America's Most Beautiful Theme Park twenty years in a row, at Busch Gardens you will enjoy culinary delights from all over the world, spectacular shopping, main stage shows and a variety of rides for the thrill seeker in all of us. Busch Gardens is home to Griffon, the world's tallest dive coaster which opened in 2007 and over 50 rides and attractions. You might also want to try Alpengeist, a twisted coaster sending you on countless spins and flips, or for the ultimate in heights discover Apollo's Chariot, the hyper coaster designed to reach great heights and super speeds. With the first plunge of 210', you will plummet a total of 825' before the ride comes to an end. For your little ones the Sesame Street Forest of Fun is a "Kidsiderate" attraction! Elmo, Big Bird, Abby Cadabby and other Sesame Street...Read More
Water Country USA
As the Mid-Atlantic's’s largest water park, Water Country USA offers the latest in state-of-the-art water rides and attractions. With 43 acres of pools, children’s play areas, lazy rivers and water rides, there is something here for everyone. Your family will have a blast at “Rock ‘n’ Roll Island,” featuring nearly 600 feet of body slides, a 700-foot lazy river and a 9,000-square-foot pool. Rock ‘n’ Roll Island celebrates the music of the 1950s and ‘60s – the era that all of Water Country USA is themed after. Or take a “cruise” down Hubba Hubba Highway, Water Country USA’s radical river adventure. Still looking for more? Malibu Pipeline offers a two person tube ride, featuring enclosed double water flumes with a speedy decent into a waterfall and splash pool and be sure to take a ride down the Jet Scream. Thrills...Read More
Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia
When the Stackhouse burned in October of 1698 Governor Francis Nicholson suggested that the capitol be moved. The capitol was to be relocated from Jamestown to Middle Plantation. On June 7, 1699 the General Assembly instituted an act directing the building of the Capitol and City of Williamsburg. It was then that Williamsburg was born. Colonial Williamsburg is an 18th-century town restored to the time this it was Britain's largest colony of the new world. It is truly an outdoor living museum with over 500 public buildings, homes, stores, taverns and some of the most beautiful gardens that one can experience. Upon visiting Colonial Williamsburg you will find tradesmen demonstrating over 30 historic trades and domestic crafts and character actors recreating history. In 2007 Colonial Williamsburg entered a new chapter in its history with the addition of Revolutionary City. This new addition is described as, a dynamic two-hour event that...Read More
Jamestown, Virginia ~ Yorktown, Virginia
Jamestown It was May 13, 1607 when 104 Englishmen had traveled across the Atlantic Ocean, dropped anchor at what is now Jamestown, Virginia and began America's first permanent English colony. Now, 400 years later, join us as we celebrate America's 400th Anniversary. This once in a lifetime commemoration is a year long celebration of American life and the traditions started long ago. New this year Jamestown features both indoor and outdoor attractions with the opening of its renowned historical galleries and exhibits. Visit the English gallery to learn about the conditions that lead to the settlement or the Powhatan Indian Gallery tracing the roots of Native American life. Also visit the outdoor living history areas of Jamestown with its costumed interpreters and you and your family can experience what the settlers encountered in the 17th century. See the life that was lived inside a recreated 17th-century colonial fort. Discover...Read More
Outdoor Parks and Recreation
Williamsburg is filled with a number of parks and outdoor recreation Chickahominy Riverfront Park: This 140 acre park is located along the banks of the Chickahominy River and includes camping, fishing, and boating including motor boat rentals. Colonial Parkway: Operated by the National Park Service the Colonial Parkway is a scenic drive connecting Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown on a winding drive along the James and York rivers. A favorite for afternoon drives or bike rides, or stop off at one of the beaches for some sun and fishing. New Quarter Park: Located next to the Colonial Parkway this treasure offers a tranquil, wooded setting for mountain biking, hiking, fishing and picnicking. Rentals not available. Waller Mill Park: Located along the Waller Mill Reservoir this beautiful and convenient park features hiking trails, picnic areas and a number of boat rentals: canoes, kayaks pedal boats or row boats. A local favorite there are also a...Read More
Museums/Wineries/Plantations
President's Park: Presidents Park is an outdoor, educational museum located in the heart of Williamsburg's Historic Triangle. It features 18-20 foot busts of all 43 American Presidents, created by internationally-renowned artist David Adickes. The park provides a comprehensive lesson in American history, spanning from George Washington's inauguration in 1789 to the present. For more information visit: http://presidentspark.org/ Ripley's Believe it or Not Museum and 4-D Theater: This year round museum features 11 galleries with over 300 exhibits. See a 500 lb. gorilla made entirely from nails, a larger-than-life section of the Berlin Wall, an albino lion, and our genuine shrunken head. It's a one of a kind experience for the whole family! Virginia Living Museum: Animals native to Virginia swim, slither, roam and fly at the Virginia Living Museum, which completed a $22.6 million expansion in March 2004. The living exhibits in...Read More
