Tours in Williamsburg

Available only for groups of 6 or more with a phone call. This bike tour is more than just a leisurely ride through scenic landscapes; it's an opportunity to confront our past, understand our present, and shape a more just and equitable future. We will have wheeled our way through 400 years of history to a modern vineyard for wine and celebrating good friends and shared connections. What truly sets this tour apart? We present a balanced and nuanced account of history, acknowledging the complexities and contradictions that shaped America's identity. We encourage open dialogue and respectful exchange of ideas, fostering a sense of shared understanding and empathy. We prioritize responsible travel practices that minimize our impact on the environment and support local communities. We donate a % of every tour to local conservation groups like Capital Trees, VCU Rice Rivers Center, and the James River Association.

Explore Yorktown and Colonial Williamsburg, where America’s future was decided. This historical voyage transports you to an era that shaped our nation. See meticulously preserved colonial architecture, revolutionary battlefields, and much more as you explore these iconic destinations. Fascinating audio stories and historical reenactors bring the past to life with this easy-to-use tour bundle. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

This is a private tour, tailored to your interests and schedule! Williamsburg’s Winter Wonderland: A Historic Holiday Stroll” offers a festive journey through the historic streets of Williamsburg. Begin this seasonal adventure at the Visitor Center, festooned with holiday decorations. Next, visit the St. George Tucker House, an elegant example of local architecture, often adorned with Christmas cheer. Continue to Bruton Parish Episcopal Church, resonating with centuries of holiday traditions. Enjoy the holiday spirit along W. Duke of Gloucester St., where the season’s joy is palpable. Conclude with a warm and delightful stop at the Raleigh Tavern Bakery, perfect for tasting traditional holiday treats.

This group walking tour before Grand Illumination explores Colonial Williamsburg's Christmas traditions and picturesque holiday decorations of our historical area. This tour provides insight about the materials, crafts people, construction and design of the wreaths and garlands adorning the exterior of most 18th Century buildings, exhibits and private homes and different judging categories. We meet at the corner of the Duke of Gloucester St and Nassau St (Bryan House) to begin our journey along the Duke of Gloucester. We'll discuss how holidays were celebrated in 17th and 18th Centuries here in Virginia including plantations, our Capital cities and during the Revolutionary War (e.g., Continental Army). Note: Grand Illuminations are the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Saturdays of December (7pm fireworks).