Raleigh Tavern Apollo Room

The Raleigh Tavern was the site of social and cultural gatherings. Large private rooms like the Apollo Room could be …

Self-guided Sites

Archaeology Project: Custis Square

Come and see what's new at Custis Square! Archaeologists are in the midst of a five-year project investigating the Williamsburg …

Art Museums

Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg

The distinctive collections of the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum and the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum are located …

Parking

Art Museums Parking

Free parking for guests of the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg. During construction, the south portion of the Art Museums …

Information & Tickets

Art Museums Ticket Office

Visit the Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg to purchase tickets and find information on current events and activities.

Recreation

Bassett Trace Nature Trail

Take a self-guided nature walk on this 1.4 mile trail exploring our woodlands, home to a collection of native plants …

Hotels

Brick House Shop

The Brick House Shop is a two-bedroom house located behind the main Brick House Tavern on Botetourt Street. In the …

Shopping

Brick & Vine

“Where Trend Meets Tradition”, the core of the WILLIAMSBURG® brand ethos, comes to life at our flagship store in Merchants …

Parking

Bruton Heights Complex Parking

Free parking for visitors to the Bruton Heights Complex.

Self-guided Sites

Bruton Parish Church

This 350-year-old Episcopal church has hosted many famous patriots. At the time of the Revolution the Church of England was …

Bus Stops

Capitol Bus Stop

Bus routes begin at the Visitor Center and run throughout the Historic Area. Stops include the Governor's Palace, the Capitol, …

Hotels

Chiswell-Bucktrout Kitchen

The Chiswell-Bucktrout Kitchen is a single-room dwelling located on E. Francis Street next door to the Chiswell-Bucktrout House. This property …

Food & Drink

Chowning's Cider Stand

Stop along Duke of Gloucester Street at Chowning's Tavern Cider Stand for drinks and snacks. Weather Permitting

Food & Drink

Chowning's Tavern

Gather ‘round at Chowning’s Tavern for hearty, Colonial-inspired pub fare, all served up in an authentic alehouse atmosphere. Chowning’s Tavern …

Food & Drink

Chowning's Tavern Garden

Located behind Chowning's Tavern, the Chowning's Tavern Garden provides a casual atmosphere for open air dining. Weather Permitting.

Parking

Christiana Campbell's Parking

Free parking for guests of Christiana Campbell's Tavern.

Food & Drink

Christiana Campbell's Tavern

George Washington frequented Christiana Campbell’s Tavern for its delicious seafood in the 18th century. Lively conversation and learned discussion have …

Hotels

Colonial Houses

Imagine a setting filled with authentic period reproductions such as a canopy bed and a crackling fire in the hearth. …

Shopping

Colonial Williamsburg Bookstore

Shop over 50 Colonial Williamsburg Publication titles at the Colonial Williamsburg Bookstore, plus more books written by historians whose articles …

Information & Tickets

Colonial Williamsburg Regional Visitor Center

Stop in at the Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center to purchase tickets and find information on current events and activities. Park …

Hotels

David Morton House

Located near Christiana Campbell's Tavern, the David Morton House lies on the corner of Waller Street and York Street. In …

Food & Drink

Dubois Grocer

Dubois Grocer is the ideal place for a mid-afternoon break while exploring the Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area. Take a few …

Shopping

Everything WILLIAMSBURG

Snacks and Souvenirs - From T-shirts to toys, you’ll find a broad selection of exclusive Colonial Williamsburg logo products and …

Hotels

Ewing House

The Ewing House was owned in the 18th century by Scottish merchant Ebenezer Ewing. This property is located on E. …

Hotels

Ewing Shop

Originally owned by Ebenezer Ewing, a Scottish merchant, the Ewing Shop is a single-room dwelling located on E. Francis Street, …

Hotels

Ewing Storehouse

The Ewing Storehouse, originally owned by Scottish merchant, Ebenezer Ewing, is a single-room dwelling located on E. Francis Street, next …

Hotels

George Jackson House

Patriotic merchant George Jackson owned this property in the 18th century. Jackson is known for chartering a ship, which he …

Food & Drink

Gold Course Clubhouse Grill

Cap off a round on the Gold Course with a cold drink at the Horseshoe Bar, dine in the restaurant, …

Shopping

Golden Ball

Made Just for You – Fashionable, one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry, including traditionally-made accouterments created by our very own silversmiths just …

Shopping

Golden Horseshoe Clubhouse and Golf Pro Shop - Gold Course

Shop our great selection of apparel and top-name golfing equipment. Browse a wide array of drivers, putters, and clubs that …

Shopping

Golden Horseshoe Clubhouse and Golf Pro Shop - Green Course

Whether you're a novice or pro, we'll outfit you to take on the fairway with new balls, gloves, tees, and …

Parking

Golden Horseshoe Gold Course Parking

Free parking for guests of the Golden Horseshoe Gold Course and Clubhouse.

Recreation

Golden Horseshoe Golf Club Gold Course

Recently renovated by “the Open Doctor” Rees Jones, the Gold Course carries the design philosophy of creator Robert Trent Jones …

Recreation

Golden Horseshoe Golf Club Green Course

Opened in 1991, Rees Jones drew inspiration from his father Robert Trent Jones Sr.’s iconic Gold Course to create the …

Parking

Golden Horseshoe Green Course Parking

Free parking for guests of the Golden Horseshoe Green Course and Clubhouse.

Hotels

Griffin Hotel

Discover a getaway of spacious guest rooms with breezy balconies where you can enjoy Williamsburg's natural beauty. Imagine sitting out …

Parking

Griffin Hotel Parking

Free parking for guests of the Griffin Hotel.

Self-guided Sites

Historic Site: American Indian Encampment

Visit an interpretive camp of a small American Indian delegation in Williamsburg. Native nations came to Williamsburg regularly in the …

Guided Sites

Historic Site: Capitol

Williamsburg’s Capitol was the center of British authority in Virginia for most of the eighteenth century. It was where the …

Guided Sites

Historic Site: Charlton's Coffeehouse

Temporarily Closed. Step back into the time of the Stamp Act and learn about the fashionable world of the coffeehouse, …

Guided Sites

Historic Site: Courthouse

Experience justice in the 18th century in an original building. Discover how the courthouse connects colonists to their community.

Guided Sites

Historic Site: Everard House

Visit the home of Thomas Everard, a wealthy planter and civic leader. One of the oldest houses in Williamsburg, the …

Self-guided Sites

Historic Site: George Wythe House

Explore the Wythe House and its yard. Discuss Enlightenment thinking and the ideas that shaped the Revolution and the ways …

Guided Sites

Historic Site: Governor's Palace

What was it like to be the governor of Virginia? What was it like to serve him? The Governor’s Palace …

Self-guided Sites

Historic Site: Guardhouse

The Magazine stands as a symbol of the Crown's commitment to the common defense and the expansion of its empire. …

Self-guided Sites

Historic Site: James Geddy House

In the eighteenth century, the Geddy house would have been full of children laughing, learning, and playing. The Geddy family …

Self-guided Sites

Historic Site: Market Square

As in the 18th century, Market Square is a hub of activity. Walk in the steps of Nation Builders as …

Self-guided Sites

Historic Site: Presbyterian Meetinghouse

In a time where only the Anglican Church was Virginia's official religion, what did everyone else do on Sunday? Although …

Self-guided Sites

Historic Site: Public Armoury

Witness the effort of diverse individuals to support the Revolutionary War at this industrial complex.

Self-guided Sites

Historic Site: Public Gaol (Jail)

Thieves, enslaved runaways, debtors, and political prisoners once paced the cells of the Public Gaol as they waited to be …

Guided Sites

Historic Site: Raleigh Tavern

The Raleigh Tavern served as a critical stage for Virginia's political ambitions amid intensifying debate about liberty, ultimately leading to …

Guided Sites

Historic Site: Robert Carter House

At this unfurnished 18th-century house, discover Colonial Williamsburg’s multifaceted investigative processes used to document, understand, preserve, and furnish this historic …

Self-guided Sites

Historic Site: The Public Hospital of 1773

The first American hospital devoted exclusively to treating the mentally ill. The Public Hospital of Williamsburg (also known as Eastern …

Guided Sites

Historic Site: The Rockefellers' Bassett Hall

In 1926, John D. Rockefeller Jr. and his wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, were inspired by the vision so eloquently articulated …

Guided Sites

Historic Site: Wetherburn's Tavern

Merriment and conviviality were specialties of the house at Wetherburn's Tavern. Get a glimpse into the private lives of Henry …

Trades

Historic Trade: Apothecary

What was it like to be sick or injured in colonial times? Meet the apothecaries and learn how medicine, wellness, …

Trades

Historic Trade: Blacksmith

The Revolutionary War wasn't won through battles alone. To keep pace with the might of British industry, Virginia desperately needed …

Trades

Historic Trade: Bookbinder

Today we might take books for granted, but in colonial America only the rich could afford a large library. Binding …

Trades

Historic Trade: Brickmaker

During the summer, brickmakers mold and dry thousands of bricks. In the autumn, the bricks bake in a giant wood-fired …

Trades

Historic Trade: Cabinetmaker & Harpsichord Maker

Cabinetmakers made fashionable furniture like tables, chairs, desks, and chests of drawers. Watch expert woodworkers fashion the intricate details of …

Trades

Historic Trade: Carpenter

Carpentry was one of the most common trades in Williamsburg. From one end of town to another, houses, shops, sheds, …

Trades

Historic Trade: Cook

What did Williamsburg’s 18th-century residents eat — and how did they cook it? Visit a historic kitchen as our cooks …

Trades

Historic Trade: Cooper

What are buckets, piggins, firkins, and hogsheads? Ask a cooper. Watch coopers transform thin strips of wood called staves into …

Trades

Historic Trade: Engraver

Engraving a silver or gold object would not only create a beautiful design, but would add security in the 18th …

Trades

Historic Trade: Farmer

Engage with our farmers as they work throughout the year to grow food for the community and to prepare the …

Trades

Historic Trade: Founder

Visit the founders on the site of the Geddy family home. See skilled hands at work crafting bronze, brass, silver, …

Trades

Historic Trade: Gardener

Watch the historic gardeners use 18th-century tools and techniques to grow herbs, vegetables, and decorative flora. Plots within the garden …

Trades

Historic Trade: Gunsmith

See how our gunsmiths make rifles, pistols, and fowling pieces using the tools and techniques of their 18th-century predecessors and …

Trades

Historic Trade: Joiner

Joiners were woodworkers who produced the finish work for buildings including doors, windows, shutters, fireplace surrounds, and built-in cupboards. Watch …

Trades

Historic Trade: Leather Breeches Maker & Shoemaker

How were men's shoes made before modern glues and rubber soles? Meet some of the last few shoemakers who work …

Trades

Historic Trade: Milliner and Mantua-Maker

Fancy yourself an 18th-century customer as you shop for the latest ornaments and accessories. Consult with the mantua-maker about updating …

Trades

Historic Trade: Printer

In an age before TV, radio, and the internet, the printed word was the primary means of long-distance mass communication. …

Trades

Historic Trade: Silversmith

Watch as silversmiths transform coins and outdated silverware into fashionable pieces for the dining room, parlour, and personal adornment. Silver …

Trades

Historic Trade: Tailor

View a variety of fabrics and garments that clothed colonial Americans, from elegant suits in the latest London styles to …

Trades

Historic Trade: Tin Plate Worker

Soldiers valued tinware for its durability, low cost, and light weight. To supply the army during the Revolution, Virginia's government …

Trades

Historic Trade: Weaver

When English imports were cut off by the Revolution, local weavers came forward to fill the need for everyday items. …

Trades

Historic Trade: Wheelwright

From carriages of the wealthy to farm wagons, ox carts, and cannons, wheels kept things rolling in the 18th century. …

Trades

Historic Trade: Wigmaker

Routinely wearing a wig may seem strange to us, especially for men, but it communicated the wearer's elegance, his station …

Food & Drink

Huzzah's Eatery

Grab & Go. At Huzzah’s every bite tells a story of flavor and freshness. Our menu is a tantalizing journey …

Hotels

Isham Goddin Shop

This shop was owned in the 18th century by Isham Goddin, a militiaman from New Kent County. He acquired the …

Shopping

John Greenhow Store

Your Traditional General Store – Purchase fine imported porcelain, leather, pewter and tinware, food and drink, toiletries, and other essentials …

Food & Drink

King's Arms Tavern

Originally opened by Jane Vobe in 1772, this authentic reproduction public house serves up a transporting experience for the senses …

Hotels

Kitchen Forge

The Kitchen-Forge was owned in the 18th century by Dr. Philip Barraud, who had an established medical practice in town.

Hotels

Lewis House

This property was owned by Charles Lewis. In the 19th century, the house was razed. In 1948, the house was …

Information & Tickets

Lumber House Ticket Office

Visit the Lumber House to purchase admission tickets, evening programs, and carriage rides.

Shopping

Market House

Before there were malls, there were open market stands. Purchase in-season fruits and vegetables and a variety of breads for …

Bus Stops

Market House Bus Stop

Bus routes begin at the Visitor Center and run throughout the Historic Area. Stops include the Governor's Palace, the Capitol, …

Hotels

Market Square Kitchen

The Market Square Kitchen is located just behind the Market Square Tavern on Duke of Gloucester Street. The kitchen building …

Hotels

Masonic Kitchen

A T-shaped chimney now marks the spot of the 18th-century meeting place of the "ancient and loyal Society of free …

Food & Drink

McKenzie Apothecary

McKenzie Apothecary is a small counter-service concession offering freshly baked items, juices and organic soda, sandwiches, jams & honey, coffee …

Bus Stops

Merchants Square Bus Stop

Bus routes begin at the Visitor Center and run throughout the Historic Area. Stops include the Governor's Palace, the Capitol, …

Shopping

Merchants Square Shops

Unlimited memorable experiences. At Merchants Square, you'll find so much more than can fit in a shopping bag. Shared laughter …

Hotels

Moody Kitchen

The Moody Kitchen is located just behind the Moody House on E. Francis Street. The dwelling was owned in the …

Food & Drink

Museum Café

After you’ve explored the museum’s engaging exhibits and your curiosity has been satisfied, do the same with your appetite at …

Bus Stops

Museums Bus Stop

Bus routes begin at the Visitor Center and run throughout the Historic Area. Stops include the Governor's Palace, the Capitol, …

Shopping

Museum Store

After discovering treasures from centuries past in The Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, stop by the Museum Store to pick …

Hotels

Nicholas-Tyler Laundry

Located on the site of the Nicholas-Tyler House, the Nicholas-Tyler Laundry is named for Robert Carter Nicholas, treasurer of the …

Hotels

Nicholas-Tyler Office

Located on the site of the Nicholas-Tyler House, the Nicholas-Tyler Office is named for Robert Carter Nicholas, treasurer of the …

Hotels

Orlando Jones House

This home is named after Orlando Jones, the grandfather of Martha Dandridge Custis, who would marry George Washington. The house, …

Hotels

Orlando Jones Kitchen

This outbuilding is located just behind the Orlando Jones House, named for Orlando Jones, the grandfather of Martha Dandridge Custis, …

Bus Stops

Palace Bus Stop

Bus routes begin at the Visitor Center and run throughout the Historic Area. Stops include the Governor's Palace, the Capitol, …

Hotels

Peter Hay's Kitchen

Peter Hay was a doctor-apothecary who owned a shop on Duke of Gloucester Street until the mid-18th century. This two-story …

Shopping

Prentis Store

18th-Century Gifts and Goods by Tradesmen - The Prentis Store showcases wares constructed using techniques of the 18th century. Available …

Parking

Public Parking (P-2)

Located at the corner of N. Henry St. & Prince George St., this lot offers the first 30 minutes free …

Parking

Public Parking (P-3)

Located near Merchants Square North, this lot offers the first 30 minutes free and $2 per hour thereafter, with a …

Parking

Public Parking (P-4)

Located at the corner of S. Henry St. & Francis St., this lot offers the first 30 minutes free and …

Parking

Public Parking (P-5)

Located near Merchants Square South, this lot offers the first 30 minutes free and $2 per hour thereafter, with a …

Parking

Public Parking Paid Deck (P-1)

$1.00 per hour; maximum $12.00 per day. Operated by the City of Williamsburg.

Parking

Public Parking Paid Lot (P-6)

This lot offers the first two hours free and $1 per hour thereafter, with a $10 maximum. Parking fees will …

Food & Drink

Raleigh Tavern Bakery

Looking for a light bite, fresh sandwiches, or freshly baked goods, then Raleigh Tavern Bakery is your next stop. Nestled …

Self-guided Sites

Rare Breed: Chickens

The Dominique chicken is one of the first breeds of chickens developed in the United States. They are small to …

Self-guided Sites

Rare Breed: Horses

American Cream Draft horses are the only breed of draft horse originating from the United States. Breed characteristics include a …

Self-guided Sites

Rare Breed: Oxen

Descended from the Red Devon breed native to Devonshire, England, diversity is the trademark of the American Milking Devon. Today, …

Self-guided Sites

Rare Breed: Sheep

A long, healthy, and lustrous coat which falls in ringlets, ease of feeding, valuable meat supply, and quick maturation are …

Food & Drink

Restoration Bar at Williamsburg Inn

Relaxed yet luxurious, The Restoration Bar retains The Williamsburg Inn’s charm and sophistication while serving up contemporary expressions of American …

Restrooms

Restroom - Art Museum

Open during normal operating hours. Handicap accessible restroom with adjacent water fountain.

Restrooms

Restroom - Bassett Hall

Open during normal operating hours. Handicap accessible restroom with adjacent water fountain.

Restrooms

Restroom - Botetourt St.

Open during normal operating hours. Handicap accessible restroom with adjacent water fountain.

Restrooms

Restroom - Capitol

Open during normal operating hours. Restroom with adjacent water fountain.

Restrooms

Restroom - Everard House

Open during normal operating hours. Restroom with adjacent water fountain.

Restrooms

Restroom - Henry Street Shops

Open during normal operating hours. Handicap accessible restroom with adjacent water fountain.

Restrooms

Restroom - Market House

Open during normal operating hours. Handicap accessible restroom, quiet room, and changing station with adjacent water fountain.

Restrooms

Restroom - Merchants Square

Open during normal operating hours. Restrooms, family restroom, quiet room, and water bottle refill stations in addition to water fountains.

Restrooms

Restroom - Palace

Open during normal operating hours. Handicap accessible restroom with adjacent water fountain.

Restrooms

Restroom - Visitor Center

Open during normal operating hours. Handicap accessible restroom with adjacent water fountain.

Hotels

Richard Crump House

Owned by Richard Crump in the 18th century, this house located on Francis Street would later become part of the …

Hotels

Robert Carter Kitchen

This two-story dwelling is part of the property owned in the 18th century by Robert Carter, serving as Speaker of …

Food & Drink

Rockefeller Room at Williamsburg Inn

The Williamsburg Inn is pleased to present the Rockefeller Room, the crown jewel of Abby and John D. Rockefeller Jr.’s …

Food & Drink

Shields Tavern

Attract your attendees with the historic ambience of Shields Tavern at Colonial Williamsburg Resorts. Feast on southern staple foods where …

Food & Drink

Sweet Tea & Barley

Southern flavors shine through with the familiar, yet innovative, cuisine and casual atmosphere of Sweet Tea & Barley at the …

Shopping

Tarpley, Thompson & Company Store

Your journey into 18th century fashion starts at Tarpley, Thompson & Company store! Outfit the entire family with ready-made coats, …

Bus Stops

Tavern Bus Stop

Bus routes begin at the Visitor Center and run throughout the Historic Area. Stops include the Governor's Palace, the Capitol, …

Parking

Tavern Parking

Located near King's Arms, Shields, Chowning's, and Christiana Campbell's taverns, this lot offers the first 30 minutes free and $2 …

Food & Drink

Terrace and Goodwin Rooms at Williamsburg Inn

Relaxed yet luxurious, The Terrace and Goodwin Rooms retain The Williamsburg Inn’s charm and sophistication while serving up contemporary expressions …

Hotels

The Bracken Kitchen

The Bracken Kitchen is located just behind the Bracken Tenement on Francis Street. Owned at the end of the 18th …

Food & Drink

The Cellar at Christiana Campbell's Tavern

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the convivial charm of Colonial Williamsburg’s newest walk-in experience. Nestled beneath the …

Hotels

The Quarter

This early 19th-century cottage boasts a prominent location on E. Francis Street, just in front of the Williamsburg Inn. When …

Parking

The Rockefellers' Bassett Hall Parking

Free parking for guests touring Bassett Hall.

Food & Drink

The Social Terrace

Relaxed yet luxurious, it now serves on the Social Terrace patio of the iconic Williamsburg Inn. Delicious options are available …

Recreation

The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg

Treat both your mind and body to a rejuvenating experience at The Spa at Colonial Williamsburg. It all begins in …

Food & Drink

Traditions at Williamsburg Lodge

Carry on traditions—or start some new ones—in a comfortable and classic environment at Traditions in the Williamsburg Lodge. Chef Justin …

Vending Machines

Vending Machine - Bassett Hall

Vending Machines

Vending Machine - Capitol

Snack and beverage vending machines and/or water fountain.

Vending Machines

Vending Machine - Carpenter's Yard

Snack and beverage vending machines and/or water fountain.

Vending Machines

Vending Machine - Market Square

Snack and beverage vending machines and/or water fountain.

Vending Machines

Vending Machine - Palace

Snack and beverage vending machines and/or water fountain.

Vending Machines

Vending Machine - Tavern Stop

Snack and beverage vending machines and/or water fountain.

Vending Machines

Vending Machine - Visitor Center

Snack and beverage vending machines and/or water fountain.

Bus Stops

Visitor Center Bus Stop

Bus routes begin at the Visitor Center and run throughout the Historic Area. Stops include the Governor's Palace, the Capitol, …

Parking

Visitor Center Parking

Free all-day parking for guests of Colonial Williamsburg.

Shopping

William Pitt Store

Head to the William Pitt store to discover the historic games and toys that have delighted children and families for …

Hotels

Williamsburg Inn

Experience true luxury at the newly reimagined Williamsburg Inn. Offering an all-new modern and luxury experience while staying true to …

Parking

Williamsburg Inn Parking

Free parking for Williamsburg Inn guests. Valet parking also available.

Shopping

Williamsburg Inn Regency Gift Shop

The Williamsburg Inn Regency Gift shop offers refined jewelry, home accents, personal items, locally made art, exclusive Williamsburg Inn keepsakes, …

Recreation

Williamsburg Inn Tennis Club

Get competitive in the undisturbed natural setting of the Williamsburg Inn Tennis Club. Only here will you hear the distant …

Hotels

Williamsburg Lodge

Enjoy a relaxing hotel escape in the heart of the Historic Area. Just steps from the action, the inviting lodge …

Bus Stops

Williamsburg Lodge Bus Stop

Bus routes begin at the Visitor Center and run throughout the Historic Area. Stops include the Governor's Palace, the Capitol, …

Shopping

Williamsburg Lodge Gift Shop

Behold a Piece of Authentic American Artistry – An assortment of eclectic gifts, jewelry, toys, and American-made folk art are …

Parking

Williamsburg Lodge Parking

Parking for Williamsburg Lodge guests. Valet parking is also available.

Parking

Williamsburg Lodge Parking Garage

Parking for Lodge guests. Keycard required for access.

Shopping

WILLIAMSBURG Revolutions Store

Immerse yourself in the 18th-century experience with puzzles, games, toys, and food, along with logo apparel and more. Gifts and …

Hotels

Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites

Your adventure begins at the Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites, conveniently located next to the Visitor Center. With our exclusive …

Parking

Williamsburg Woodlands Parking

Free parking for guests of the Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites.