Colonial Williamsburg Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Colonial Williamsburg
Governor\'s Palace showing heritage elements and a park
Governor\'s Palace featuring heritage elements
Governor\'s Palace featuring an administrative building and heritage elements
Governor\'s Palace which includes flowers, an administrative building and a park

Popular places to visit

Merchants Square

Merchants Square

During your visit to Williamsburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Merchants Square. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Merchants Square
Governor\'s Palace showing heritage elements and a park

Governor's Palace

Explore this ostentatious residence, which was built as a bold display of royal authority in the years leading up to the American Revolution.

Governor's Palace
Golden Horseshoe Golf Club

Golden Horseshoe Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Williamsburg at Golden Horseshoe Golf Club. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Golden Horseshoe Golf Club
Bruton Parish Church

Bruton Parish Church

You can find out about the history of Williamsburg with a visit to Bruton Parish Church. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Bruton Parish Church

Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center

Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Williamsburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center

Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Williamsburg. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.

Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum

Activities

Colonial Williamsburg Admission

Colonial Williamsburg Admission

NZ$58
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Colonial Williamsburg Admission
Colonial Williamsburg: Colonial History Guided Walking Tour

Colonial Williamsburg: Colonial History Guided Walking Tour

NZ$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Colonial Williamsburg: Colonial History Guided Walking Tour
Our Merry Band of Characters, Sir Colin from England, Grace Sherwood the witch, Mr Pirate, Blackbeard, Maiden Lexi.

Williamsburg Ghosts, Witches and Pirates Tour

NZ$42
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Williamsburg Ghosts, Witches and Pirates Tour
Get ready to travel back in time as our tours transport you to pivotal moments in history.

Colonial Ghosts Ultimate Dead of Night Haunted Ghost Tour

NZ$45
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Colonial Ghosts Ultimate Dead of Night Haunted Ghost Tour
Williamsburg: Colonial Ghosts Haunted Pub Crawl

Williamsburg: Colonial Ghosts Haunted Pub Crawl

NZ$66
per adult
Williamsburg: Colonial Ghosts Haunted Pub Crawl
History comes to life in vivid detail on our meticulously curated and guided tours.

We Shall Overcome: A Williamsburg Black History Experience

NZ$51
per adult
We Shall Overcome: A Williamsburg Black History Experience
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Our pick of the best Colonial Williamsburg Hotel Deals

Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

3 out of 5
105 Visitors Center Dr, Williamsburg, VA
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,434 reviews)
"Wonderful property within walking distance of Colonial Williamsburg. Easy parking and discount on tickets."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

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Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel
Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph Collection

Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
310 S England St, Williamsburg, VA
The price is NZ$291 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$291
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Great place to stay!
"Beautiful room and grounds"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph Collection
Williamsburg Inn, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

Williamsburg Inn, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

5 out of 5
136 East Francis Street, Williamsburg, VA
The price is NZ$781 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$781
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (294 reviews)
"This hotel was in the heart of old town Williamsburg, but had the luxury and beauty and modern amenities than anybody would ever want. The parking was amazing. The staff was welcoming and so friendly and helped with anything and everything that we needed during our stay from afternoon, cocktails ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Williamsburg Inn, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel
Colonial Houses, an Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

Colonial Houses, an Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

3 out of 5
136 Francis Street East, Williamsburg, VA
The price is NZ$275 per night from 16 July to 17 July
NZ$275
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (488 reviews)
"Interesting house, right in old town Williamsburg. Not much more than the two bedrooms and bathrooms but that was kind of expected. Would probably stay in the colonial houses again for their quaintness and convenient location"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Colonial Houses, an Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel
Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

3 out of 5
136 Francis Street East, Williamsburg, VA
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (717 reviews)
"I was looking for a quiet place with a balcony and a bath tub. I was taking a few days for myself, and this was exactly what I wanted. The room was quiet, the balcony overlooked the pond, it was a dreamy. The room was spotless, the bathroom was spotless. It was perfect for this mama who needed a ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

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Griffin Hotel, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel
Hilton Vacation Club The Historic Powhatan Williamsburg

Hilton Vacation Club The Historic Powhatan Williamsburg

3.5 out of 5
3601 Ironbound Rd, Williamsburg, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$206 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$206
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf resort in Williamsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,862 reviews)
"My boyfriend and I wanted a little weekend getaway and this was perfect! However, we did stumble over a little issue, we"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Hilton Vacation Club The Historic Powhatan Williamsburg
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Other neighbourhoods around Colonial Williamsburg

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Kingsmill

While visiting Kingsmill, you might make a stop by sights like Kingsmill Plantation Golf Course and Colonial National Historical Park.

Kingsmill

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