Williamsburg Overview, Facts, Vacation Information of Williamsburg, VA

Colonial Williamsburg transports visitors back to America's colonial days.
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Williamsburg, which sits in southeastern Virginia, boasts a rich history that has shaped much of its appeal—from museums to monuments to tours. Williamsburg is a city of foundations: The site of first canal, first psychiatric hospital, the oldest continually-operating church and the College of William and Mary, America’s second oldest university. Tourism in the 20th century reinvigorated what had become a sleepy town.

From 1699 to 1780, Williamsburg served as the capital of England’s largest and richest mainland North American colony. The areas buildings have been meticulously restored and visitors are offered interpretations of life in a young America. Students of history have the opportunity to image Patrick Henry sitting down for a pint at the Raleigh Tavern, Thomas Jefferson striding down the halls of the Capitol or the Governor’s Palace, or James Monroe spending a Sunday at the Bruton Parish Church. A visit can provide new insights into the thinking and lives of those who fought the Revolutionary War and founded America.

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Time Travel to Colonial Williamsburg

Williamsburg July 4, 2008

Sightseeing, Parks & Playgrounds, Sleep, Eat, Historical Vacations, Amusement Parks, Family Travel

by Debbie K. Hardin

Retrace U.S. colonial history on your next vacation to Williamsburg, Virginia.

Family Stays at Colonial Williamsburg Guesthouses
: Complete your authentic family vacation to Williamsburg with an overnighter at one of 26 historic guesthouses.
Colonial Dining in Williamsburg
: Treat the kids to an 18th century dining experience in a traditional colonial-style restaurant in Williamsburg.
Jamestown: North America’s First English Colony
: When visiting nearby Colonial Williamsburg, take a break from the crowds and plan a day trip to this historic settlement.
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