The Williamsburg center is about the area of Kimball Theater and the area of Williamsburg Fine Art Gallery.
The city of Williamsburg is beautiful, quaint and serene. There are a number of fun, unique things to see and experience with the entire family. For the history enthusiast, take a trip and witness Historic Jamestown and the story of Pocahontas and Captain John Smith. Discover the location of the first English colony, take an educational walking tour and view amazing archaeological exhibits dating back to the early beginnings of Williamsburg. There are also quite a few historic taverns, restaurants and cafes suited for anyone's palette. Be sure to experience the magic and history that this city has. Book a stay today at Country Inn & Suites Williamsburg Historic Area which offers a great price, free hot breakfast and a warm hospitality. There is also the Hampton Inn & Suites Historic Area which is also close to the main attractions. The best months to travel are between mid June to the end of August as the weather is just right!
Williamsburg is beautiful in every season, and no matter when you visit you'll experience many fun historical activities. That being said, Williamsburg's peak season is summer when kids are out of school. If you do need to visit in summer, aim for June when the weather isn't as scorching. Fall is gorgeous in Virginia, and if you visit in October you'll catch some lovely fall foliage. Crowds won't be at summertime levels, but other foliage hunters may cause a bump in tourism. Winter will have the lowest hotel rates, and if you can stand chillier temperatures, just imagine how lovely Colonial Williamsburg looks under pure white snow.
For a stellar military rate, stay at the Cedars of Williamsburg Bed and Breakfast. Drop the price of their Martha Washington room to as low as $120 with your military ID. AAA and AARP members, the Cedars of Williamsburg property also offers discounts for you, too. The Queen Mary, King William, Captain John Smith, Patrick Henry, (and more!) rooms all qualify for the three discount options. You'll be within walking distance of the Muscarelle Museum of Art and the Kimball Theater. Along with a free breakfast, you'll be able to enjoy amenities like a library, laundry facilities. This property only has ten rooms (each named after a historic figure), so book early to snag the one you want.
Seniors 62 and older, book at the Courtyard by Marriott Williamsburg Busch Gardens Area to get a fantastic discount. Whether you want a room with two queen beds or one king bed, you can save more than $15 a night. AAA members also get a discount, though it's not as significant as the senior discount. Guests have found the pool, fitness facilities, hotel vibe, and room comfort all to be outstanding at this property. If you have accessibility needs, the Courtyard by Marriott provides rooms with roll-in showers, accessible bathrooms, and in-room accessibility.
The Embassy Suites Williamsburg is a 3 1/2-star downtown hotel where you can save as much as $14 a night if you qualify for their AAA discount. The hotel offers recreational amenities like fitness facilities and an indoor pool, and relaxing amenities like a terrace and a bar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, coffee and tea in the lobby, and available laundry facilities. If you require a room with an accessible design, ask for a roll-in shower, an accessible bathroom, and in-room accessibility.
The Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Williamsburg-Historic Getaway offers room rates that start below $100 a night at a highly rated hotel with fantastic amenities. Take a cue from previous guests, who have left reviews praising the hotel cleanliness, location, service, and rooms. If you care about the environment, then know that the Holiday Inn is part of IHG's Green Engage program. Amenities like free Wi-Fi, fitness facilities, an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a restaurant add value to an already fantastic stay.
Get a gorgeous room or a spacious suite at the Holiday Inn Club Vacations Williamsburg Resort. Room rates start at $124 a night, and you get access to lovely facilities which feature a curving staircase and a giant chandelier in the lobby, a huge outdoor pool, and a convenient indoor pool. Free Wi-Fi, an outdoor picnic area, a game room, a bar, a snack bar, and fitness facilities are all available at the property. If you have accessibility needs, accessible bathrooms with roll-in showers and in-room accessibility are available.
Marriott's Manor Club at Ford's Colony is a 3 1/2-star hotel where you can book a room for less than $130 a night, depending on when and how you book. Three pools, including a children's pool, a spa tub, the friendly service, and the hotel's overall cleanliness have all been big hits with former customers. The Manor Club has a golf course on site, offers supervised childcare, has tennis courts on-site, and features a cafe. Retreat to the spa tub or the steam room after a fun day of resort activities.
At the Williamsburg Sampler B and B, stay in a large brick house in one of six individually decorated guest rooms. The common spaces are filled with gorgeous decor that adds a historical flare to the interior decor. Guest rooms feature four poster beds and are decorated more like the guest room at an affluent family member's house than like a typical hotel room. The property has a lovely garden for you to sit in as you drink your morning coffee. They offer access to a fitness center, a sauna, and, of course, breakfast.
The Williamsburg Manor B and B has five individually decorated guest rooms, and like the Sampler is located centrally in Williamsburg. Common spaces are filled with windows and comfortable furniture, and each room has cable television. Pets are allowed on this property, and the friendly staff will help you book tours or buy tickets for local sights and events. Previous guests have loved the property's gardens, and have raved about the delicious breakfast.
Colonial Williamsburg is an essential stop for anyone fascinated by American History. The city provides 21st century tourists numerous intricate details on what the capital of Virginia may have looked like in the 18th century. Although tourists may have to purchase a ticket to see most of the restored buildings, Williamsburg's historic area is always open. Guests can stroll around freely across the green commons and down the cobblestone pavements. The Duke of Gloucester Street has some of the best places for sightseeing, as it is complete with a mock historic shopping center, William and Mary Campus, and a Wren Building. The historic district is filled with buildings from the 18th century. The Episcopalian Bruton Parish Church is the first among the series of well-preserved architecture, which has served as a tourist spot long before it gained historic stature. The real treat is the Capitol, an architectural highlight that serves as Virginia's monumental edifice. The gift shops surrounding it have been restored as silversmiths, cobblers, and apothecaries. But if you want authentic thrills brewed by generations, head to Chowning's Tavern, an alehouse that serves live entertainment each night.
Below are reviews of the city of Williamsburg, VA from an actual visitor's perspective.
Peaceful surroundings in historic setting.
Williamsburg is beautiful. The Colonial Center was very interesting and lots of fun for the children. Outside of the town, the countryside, the lakes, the bridges were breathtaking. It's quiet and very well cared for.
Shopping and restaurants!
Very clean and always feels like home.
Great amenities!
Busch Gardens and the Colonial District.
My family and I were there for the Grand Illumination, the Christmas parade and William & Mary college tour with my granddaughter.. All were great!
We were there for the Grand Illumination and to visit William & Mary.
Busch Gardens was wonderful!
The lights at Busch Gardens and Colonial Williamsburg!
Shops!
We were here so our grandkids could explore Williamsburg's historical areas and learn about how the people lived in the past. They could have read it from a book but it is so much better to learn from the great people who bring history back to life and illustrate how people lived.
We were there for the Grand Illumination and to visit William & Mary.
Very nice city. Easy to travel about and I especially liked that the speed limits were so very reasonable.
Very nice city. Easy to travel about and I especially liked that the speed limits were so very reasonable.
Lovely, friendly people! Beautiful city, so much to see.
Much to see and do in and around Williamsburg.
Colonial history.
History
Williamsburg is nice, clean. Not too busy this time of year.
William and Mary.
The shopping was nice. The sites were also nice.
It's home away from home!
Fine, easy to get around there. Lots to see and do.
Colonial sites!
Great location for a conference.
Historical excellence!
Historic colonial district.
Close to our gorgeous wedding venue and the ever lovely Colonial Williamsburg!
The hotel has a great location close to everything!
Historical!
Employees were great!
I enjoy Williamsburg for the restaurants and historical sites.
Cleanliness, attractions and hospitality.
Merchants Square! Full of shops and great food!
Merchants Square! Full of shops and great food!
Room was very clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. It has a lot to do for everyone
I enjoy Williamsburg for the restaurants and historical sites.
Aberdeen Barn has delicious food. Nice sidewalks for strolling!
All of the historical events as well as multiple excellent restaurants.
There was so much to see and do in Williamsburg. Everyone was friendly!
Historic venues!
Nice historical city, I love it and visited many times.
Great place to visit!
The restaurants and stores!
The area is great.. historical and pretty charming.
Shops and restaurants!
Great area, nice and clean with great restaurants!
I know Williamsburg well and I enjoyed especially Bush Gardens.
Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg, variety of eateries and outlets for shopping are my favorite experiences.
The history and Busch Gardens
The location was great!
The location was great!
Great folk art museum, good shopping and restaurants.
WILLAMBURG IS GREAT!
My son attends The College of William & Mary and location of hotel is very convenient.
Beautiful city! I Always enjoy exploring what the city has to offer
Carriage ride. We've been to Williamsburg many times and love it!
Went to Busch Gardens and USA Country.
It nice place to see with a wonderful park. My family enjoyed it a lot.
Didn't get to go downtown. Loved having dinner at the Outback on Richmond Ave. Spent time at the Kingsmill Resort.
Great restaurants! Highly recommend Sal's by Victor (excellent Italian food, open late) and Food for Thought (healthy, great for food sensitivities).
Williamsburg offers many family activities.
Busch Gardens
I went to colonial place and it impressed me how clean and beautiful is. Also I visited Bush Garden, Believe or Not and Olde Towne Pizza & Pasta and we enjoyed it. Thanks. If I can I will go again.
Williamsburg is spectacular!
Clean
Perfect Hotel!
Colonial area is always a hit.
Nice location.
The Williamsburg Presbyterian Church was beautiful, and the Community Center was a perfect venue for the reception.
Had an outstanding experience at Colonial Williamsburg!
City of Williamsburg was excellent, looking forward to my next visit.
Historical sites!
Variety of options to explore plus the beauty of visiting during the Christmas season.
GREAT PLACE!
Scenery was good!
Scenery was good.
We like the historical atmosphere and have visited many, many times over the last 50 years.
The atmosphere was very nice. I would love to come back and visit again
The historic section and atmosphere!
Williamsburg is chock full of history.
Most people are friendly, the restaurants were great!! Visit Fat Tuna for a feast.
Went shopping and ate at a great restaurant.
We always enjoy the historic area. Great place to stroll. We so enjoy eating at the nearby Whaler restaurant and the historic area taverns.
The atmosphere!
Busch Gardens!
We were in Williamsburg from November 16th through January 19th. We were able to go to the Williamsburg Lodge to hear the Vienna Boys Choir. We spent Christmas morning at the Williamsburg Lodge enjoying an absolutely scrumptious brunch. And of course, we spent a lot of time at Merchant Square shopping for the holidays and having lunch at the Trellis. We spent much of one day at the Art Museum. Don't miss it!
The restaurants food was very delicious, very affordable, and the atmosphere was very cozy and friendly. Capt George had the best seafood buffet and it was very affordable as well. Enjoyed the outlets and got some great buys from the stores that I shopped at.
Love It!
We love the entire area. Not just Captain George Seafood.
The shopping at the outlets and the different places to eat like Captain George's.
Great places to eat nearby, Lots of shopping close by! Busch Gardens & Water Country within 15 mins Colonial Williamsburg is beautiful as well
It is so clean.
Beautiful choice for a wedding. Lots of things for families to do together before the ceremony.
We love that it is within close proximity to other historical sites such as Yorktown and Jamestown, and that a pass can be purchased to access each of these parks for a discounted price. Many restaurants and shops are nearby. We also enjoy the wealth of military history in the Newport News area .. tour battleships, go for ferry rides, visit aquariums. So much to do.
Very close to Busch Gardens.
We ate meals at 2nd Street Bistro and Whaling Co. Very good meals and all staff was attentive to our needs. Prices were very reasonable
History is fun! We went to Jamestown on day 1 morning, and Yorktown day 1 afternoon. We walked around Colonial Williamsburg on day 1. We were on a tight budget, we chose to get tickets to Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown. My daughter and I loved the first one, my husband and son loved the latter. Excellent choice for a family trip! Educational, plenty of outdoor activities to choose from, can make it happen on a tight budget. Go visit! ;-)
Very impress with everything.