Colonial Williamsburg

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Hand-picked experiences that include Colonial Williamsburg on the itinerary — with what real travellers said after going.

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  Ghost stories walking tour of Colonial Williamsburg

  4.8· 50 reviewsFrom ₹2,449

  A guided walking tour featuring traditional ghost stories from four centuries, led by a local storyteller.

  “Lonnie was an excellent and engaging guide. My sister and I truly enjoyed our experience. We even captured some interesting footage on our camera in a few locations.”— Dawn M on the Ghost stories walking tour of Colonial Williamsburg tour

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  Slavery history tour in Williamsburg

  4.7· 38 reviewsFrom ₹2,449

  Two-hour walking tour focusing on the history of slavery, dispelling myths and discussing its modern implications.

  “My friend and I had a wonderfully enriching experience on this tour in Williamsburg, VA. We came away with a deeper understanding of the historical implications of the voyage of enslaved people to the USA, and Lonnie did an excellent job explaining the origins of slavery in American history. I highly recommend this tour.”— L_B on the Slavery history tour in Williamsburg tour

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  Historic Triangle ticket — Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown

  4.6· 118 reviewsFrom ₹12,470

  Seven-day access to five historic sites, including Colonial Williamsburg's museums and trade shops, covering early American history from Jamestown through Yorktown.

  “I don't have much to say, so I will keep it short. I bought 7 annual passes based on the promise of many attractions but found it to be a letdown. It felt deserted, with hardly anyone in costumes and no interactions. There was no background music or live performances, and many tours were closed. Construction was ongoing in the main area. Despite paying extra for tickets that were not even checked, access was free for everyone. Snack prices were exorbitant. We did go on some tours, including a ghost tour, but it was unimpressive and not scary at all. Overall, I was disappointed and unlikely to return soon. While Jamestown was enjoyable, we never got to visit Yorktown.”— Tourist803056 on the Historic Triangle ticket — Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown tour

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  Colonial Williamsburg admission ticket

  3.9· 547 reviewsFrom ₹3,800

  All-day admission to the largest living history museum in the USA, featuring historic sites, taverns, and artisans in an 18th-century Revolutionary setting.

  “The Native American interpreter was disrespectful and rude, responding with an irrational rage when I simply asked for her thoughts on a book about Native American history. Despite having Native American ancestry myself, her aggressive reaction made me doubt her knowledge, leading me to view her as inauthentic. Additionally, the food at Colonial Williamsburg was excessively overpriced for its poor quality; the prepackaged sandwiches we tried were bland and similar to convenience store food, costing us $12 each, and much of it ended up in the trash. Our own peanut butter sandwiches were the best meal we had, proving to be fresher than the $12 sandwiches with stale bread. Basic items like small bags of chips and water were overpriced, and even the chips didn't justify the $30 spent for a mediocre meal. There was also a lack of shade due to many trees being cut down, and several shops and exhibits that we enjoyed years ago were closed. Although we made the most of our $55 three-day ticket, there was actually less to see than what was previously available for free. Most interpreters had an unpleasant attitude, as if we were lucky to have their guidance for which we paid. However, the guide for the Capital and House of Burgesses tour was excellent. While the free bus from the visitor center was a positive, on our last day, we encountered long wait times with only two buses running, and our driver was unfriendly after we waited nearly an hour. Ultimately, after paying $10 per day for parking, the complimentary trolley service felt less free. I suggest avoiding Colonial Williamsburg and investing time and money in Jamestown and Yorktown instead. Others at CW advised leaving a review to encourage changes at this declining historical site, which needs to return to its original vision from decades past, rather than focusing solely on profit.”— _ccc4620 on the Colonial Williamsburg admission ticket tour