Historic Site: George Wythe House
Visit the site where Thomas Jefferson studied law and enlightenment ideas.
CW Admission
Archaeology Project: Custis Square
Visit Custis Square as archaeologists uncover the gardens of John Custis IV.
CW Admission
Historic Site: Governor's Palace
Explore the residence of Virginia's royal governor.
CW Admission
Handicap Accessible
Tour: Meet the Gardener
Join Master Gardener volunteers as they answer questions about growing flowers and vegetables in the Historic Area.
CW Admission
Garden Workshop: Flower Press
Celebrate the beauty of summer while learning about how to preserve the flowers that make the Historic Area gardens so special.
Open to the Public
Event Ticket
Tour: Arboretum Griffin Campus
Learn about Colonial Williamsburg’s Arboretum and the native and exotic trees and shrubs that make up its collection, some of which are uncommon in commercial landscapes.
CW Admission
Explore the 18th-century through our meticulously cared for grounds, from great period-appropriate oak trees to the formal palace gardens.
Learn MoreHistoric Trade: Gardener
Watch the historic gardeners use 18th-century tools and techniques to grow herbs, vegetables, and decorative flora.
CW Admission
Handicap Accessible
Historic Trade: Farmer
Engage with our farmers as they work throughout the year to grow food for the community.
CW Admission
Handicap Accessible
Historic Trade: Apothecary
Learn how medicine, wellness, and surgical practices of the 18th century compare to today.
CW Admission
Admission Tickets
To experience all that the Historic Area has to offer, including tours of original 18th-century buildings, personal interaction with townspeople, vibrant gardens, two museums, and so much more—you’ll need an admission ticket.
Stay With Us
Enjoy Colonial Williamsburg to the fullest with a stay at one of our five unique hotel properties. They are conveniently located within and surrounding the Historic Area, just minutes from all the action.
