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Busch Gardens
With dozens of thrilling rides and attractions, nine main stage shows, a wide variety of authentic foods and shops, and a magical children's area, Busch Gardens is the ticket to a world-class adventure.
Colonial Williamsburg
Step back in time and gain a renewed appreciation for the events that led to the American Revolution. Engaging programs and dramatic re-enactments bring to life 18th-century Williamsburg.
Jamestown Settlement
Recalls America's Beginnings
A living-history museum of 17th-century Virginia history and culture that features inside exhibition galleries. Outside includes recreations of a Powhatan Indian Village, colonial fort, and the three ships that brought the settlers to Jamestown.CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Historic Yorktown
A revolutionary riverfront treasure
As you stroll the streets of Historic Yorktown, you’re walking in the footsteps of General George Washington who led the Continental Army and allied French forces to victory in the decisive battle of the American Revolution in 1781. Immerse yourself in 300 years of history as you listen to The Fifes and Drums of York Town and visit museums, monuments, battlefields and historic homes. This now peaceful riverside village offers quaint shops, unique galleries, fine dining, entertainment and a relaxing beach. Stay overnight in accommodations with a river view or nestled in the picturesque village. End your day with a sunset sail on the Schooner Alliance.CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
The Schooner Alliance
Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown
Enjoy history aboard this 105' three-masted Tall Ship as it sails from Yorktown's Riverwalk Landing. Whether it's a morning, afternoon or evening sunset cruise or a private charter for a customized tour, the Alliance is a special way to experience an exciting time in America's history. A variety of snacks and beverages are available for purchase.http://www.schooneralliance.com/
Look for our goWilliamsburg discount in the WHMA's Official Visitor's Guide!
Colonial National Historical Park
Historic Jamestowne
America's Birthplace
Explore the site of the first permanent English Settlement in America.
Ripley's Believe It or Not!
A Museum of the Odd and Unusual!
The Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum and 4D Theater in Williamsburg offers an exciting and bizarre experience for all ages. With exhibits ranging from a 10’ X 10’ section of the Berlin Wall to a two headed cow and genuine shrunken head, the Museum offers a unique, hands-on experience. This Odditorium is the only fully indoor, year round entertainment venue in Williamsburg. For 2010 we have added an Impossible Laser Race, where guests battle the clock by avoiding the 24 laser beams to get the best time and beat their friends! In addition to the Museum and Laser Race, Ripley’s offers a 4D Theater. Guests watch the shows with 3D glasses on a 50’ HD screen, all while getting blasted with wind, water and a host of other sensory experiences. The 2010 line up is Dino Island II/Extreme Log Ride and Speed Racer 4D. Ripley’s Believe it or Not! Museum and 4D Theater in Williamsburg is your destination for the strange, unusual and bizarre! Visit us on the web at http://www.williamsburgripleys.com/Go-Karts Plus
Celebrating 20 years of family fun!
If you are looking for something fun to do with the family for an hour or for the entire day, don't miss Williamsburg's premier family entertainment center. Feel the rush of our most breathtaking ride... The DISK'O!Strap yourself into a Super Stockart for a race around a high banked track in karts resembling your favorite Nascars or have the little ones try our new Rookie Track. Be the captain of your own Blaster Bumper Boat or sink a hole-in-one on our Waterfall Miniature Golf.Glide on the Python Pit Coaster for the kids!Play the latest racing games in our air-conditioned arcade or win prizes at our basketball shoot out. Kiddie rides and double seater karts offer lots of fun for younger children.
Don't forget to stop by our snack bar where you and the kids can load up on goodies and snacks of all kinds or pack a lunch and enjoy our picnic area. And that's not all!New this year is Water Wars and the new Jumping Kangaroo kiddie ride! For those that are a little more adventurous, thrill in the experience of trying your skills at the Figure 8 Track, or revel in the fun of the Euro Track, Bumper Cars and more!
Located just west of the Williamsburg Outlet Mall, next to the Williamsburg Pottery Factory on Route 60. Only minutes from just about everywhere in Williamsburg. Free admission and parking. Pay as you ride. A discount ticket book can be purchased.
Open daily, Memorial Day - Labor Day at 11:00 a.m. Open mid March through May and September through October call for hours.
757-564-7600.
Go online for our 20th anniversary web specials:
Art Festivals
An Occasion for the Arts spotlights the visual and performing arts in the greater Williamsburg area and provides a venue for artists and arts lovers to meet. Additionally, the purpose is to promote the expansion of arts in the community, provide grants to area schools, and scholarships to area art students pursuing higher education in the arts. Duke of Gloucester Street, Downtown, Williamsburg.
http://www.aofta.org/
Services
Med Express Urgent Care: Williamsburg: 757-564-DOCS (3627) Yorktown: 757-890-MEDX (6339) Newport News: 757-369-9446
Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport: 757--877-0221
Timeshare Resale Williamsburg: 757-870-6878
Town & Country Laundromat: 757-221-9500
Williamsburg Official Reservation Call Center: 757-220-3330 or 1-800-466-9244
Gloucester County
For History, for Beauty, for Fun!
Looking to revisit Mother Nature and wondering where to find it all? Come visit us! Gloucester County has something for everyone...the history buff, nature lover, fishing enthusiast or devoted shopper. The Courthouse Circle in Gloucester’s Historic District is home to the 1766 Courthouse, as well as a colonial jail, debtors' prison and clerk of the court offices from the early 19th century. Our Visitor Center is full of information and great regional gifts. The Gloucester Museum of History, once a colonial tavern, offers tours and historic exhibits that change regularly.
Fall and winter are a great time to take a geocaching trip to Beaverdam Park.You'll also find biking and horseback riding trails and a self-guided, interpreted nature trail. Beaverdam is also one of the best freshwater fishing lakes in Virginia jon boat, canoe, and paddleboat rentals and on-site fishing licenses are available.
If getting back to nature isn’t Mom’s idea of fun, she will certainly enjoy shopping at the many fine specialty shops...everything from fine jewelry to antiques to quilts.
While you’re in town be sure to satisfy your hunger at one of our many great restaurants. You will find dining to accommodate any taste.
After a full day of getting back to nature, enjoy a stay at one of our historic Bed & Breakfasts, the award winning Comfort Inn, or the brand new
Hampton Inn.
We have great special events planned for you and the family, so join us for a day, a weekend, or a week. You are sure to enjoy the quiet ambiance of Gloucester.
For up to date events information, please call us toll-free at 1-866-VISITUS, or select “Visitor Information” on our website at www.visitgloucesterva.info.Hampton
Virginia's Hidden Treasure!
You won’t want to miss the Hampton History Museum, the current site of the Hampton Visitor Center, located in downtown. The museum explores the history of the city from the Kecoughtan Indians who lived here before the first colonists’ arrival to ’s role as the founding site of the U.S. space program. While there, be sure to pick up a 2009 Hampton Visitor Guide with a Hampton Day Pass Value Card, good for discounts in area shops and restaurants.
VirginiaAir & SpaceCenter’s roofline is a distinguishable trademark of the downtown waterfront.The welcome center for Langley Air Force Base and NASA Langley (the training site of the Mercury Seven astronauts), resents an amazing array of U.S. aircraft and space artifacts, along with hands-on exhibits, flight simulators and a 3D IMAX Theater.Through September 7, you’re invited to fasten your seatbelt and strap on a helmet to examine the science behind risk-taking as RISK! takes you on a “crash-course” of precarious life experiences.
University Museum, founded in 1868, features a collection of more than 9,000 multicultural artifacts and works of art.At Fort Monroe’s Casemate Museum, visitors can see the cell where Confederate President Jefferson Davis was imprisoned following the Civil War.
has launched six iPod tours in the Discover Hampton iPod Experience. Available at the VisitorCenter and the VirginiaAir & SpaceCenter, the self-guided multimedia tours enable visitors to become familiar with at their own pace. Tour downloads are available free at www.visithampton.com or www.apple.com/iTunes.If you need to rent an iPod, they are available at the visitor center for $10.
For further information call 757-727-1102, 800-220-2202, or go to visithampton.com.
Haunted Dinner Theater
Entertaining Visitor's Since 1994
Looking for something fun to do tonight? The Haunted Dinner Theater is the perfect night out. It's a feast for your senses with a dinner and show that has been entertaining visitors to Williamsburg since 1994. The Haunted Dinner Theater combines a family-friendly, audience-participatory show with the legendary 71 Item all-you-can-eat buffet at Captain George's Restaurant. It is never scary... just a fun SPOOKTACULAR time!Dazzling entertainment for ages 1-101!
For 2009, “GhostBashers!" a parody on the hit movie GhostBusters. This comedy murder mystery takes place all around you so you're involved in the action, and using your clues and bribe $$ to solve this hysterical whodunit. Sit back and let our talented troupe of performers entertain you and your family, student or senior group, with special effects, music and a little night magic.
The Haunted Dinner Theater is located inside Captain George's, one of Williamsburg's largest and most famous restaurants. As guests of the Haunted Dinner Theater you'll dine on the very same legendary 71 Item all-you-can-eat buffet as their restaurant goers. Enjoy this great buffet with Fresh Seafood, Prime Rib, Pasta Dishes, Macaroni and Cheese, Chicken Entrees, Desserts, Soups, Salads and more. All Soft Drinks (Sodas, Iced Tea.) are included!
You can purchase tickets 24/7 online at http://www.haunteddinnertheater.com/or by calling our box office at 757-258-2500.
Please arrive between 7:00 & 7:15 p.m. through the back entrance of Captain George's Restaurant, 5363 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg, VA.
Look for our goWilliamsburg discount in the WHMA's Visitor's Guide!
Historic Ghost Walk of Williamsburg
American Guided Tours
Experience the ghosts, the history of Williamsburg. This must see candlelight walk will educate and entertain your entire family. Your costumed Historic Ghost Walk guide will lead you through the historical streets of Williamsburg by candlelit lantern and bring late 18th Century Williamsburg "alive".
You will meet your Historic Ghost Walk guide in front of the Cheese Shop in Colonial Williamsburg. The walks will be held November through March, Saturdays only, at 8:15 pm. April through May, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:15 pm. June through October 8:15 pm nightly. Reservations for 8 or more are available any nights.
To set your reservation date or to confirm your date please call American Guided Tours at 757-729-2000. Tours are based on scheduled attendance, so please call in advance!
Children 6 & under FREE, Rain or shine. Tickets booked through goWilliamsburg.com are listed at 10% additional off the regular purchase price.
Mariners' Museum
World of the Seafarer
The Mariners’ Museum is one of the largest and most comprehensive maritime history museums in the world. Located just 20 minutes from Williamsburg in Newport News, the Mariners’ illustrates the spirit of seafaring adventure through a renowned and strikingly diverse collection of maritime artifacts, including figureheads, ship models, decorative arts, and international small craft.
The remains of one of the most famous ships in history, the Civil War ironclad USS Monitor, have a permanent home in the USS Monitor Center. This dramatic 63,500-square-foot facility lets visitors be a part of the action in a high-technology battle theater, walk the deck of a full-scale Monitor replica, experience interactive exhibits, and see artifacts like the iconic rotating gun turret.
The Museum is open Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 12 noon to 5 p.m. Adults $14.00; Children (6-12) $8.00; Children 5 and under free. Various discounts available. Call (757) 596-2222 for information.
http://www.marinersmuseum.org/
