Colonial Williamsburg

Common questions about Colonial Williamsburg

• Where is Colonial Williamsburg?

  Colonial Williamsburg is at 101 Visitor Center Dr, Williamsburg, VA 23185, Virginia. It sits along I-64, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.

• What are the hours at Colonial Williamsburg?

  Typical hours: 9am–5pm. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.

• What's Colonial Williamsburg like to visit on a family road trip?

  An entire colonial town where everyone is dressed like it's 1776 and they stay in character even when your kid asks if they have WiFi. The blacksmith, the tavern, the Capitol building — it's an immersive history experience that works surprisingly well with kids, especially if they're the 'I like swords' type. Williamsburg is right on I-64 between Richmond and Virginia Beach. Budget a full day if you go. It's also near Busch Gardens if you want to pair history with roller coasters.

• Is Colonial Williamsburg family-friendly?

  Yes — Colonial Williamsburg earns a 4/5 family-friendly rating in our database.

• How long should families plan to stay at Colonial Williamsburg?

  Most families spend an hour or two at Colonial Williamsburg, depending on kid stamina and weather.