Located adjacent to the Woodlands Inn and Suites, stop in at the Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center to purchase tickets and find information on current events and activities. Park here for free, and ride the shuttle to different stops throughout the Historic Area. Shop at the colonial gift shops or grab lunch at the visitor center cafe.

Free and Fun! Grounds are open to visitors free so stroll around and take it all in. That includes many historic buildings, seeing historical interpreters strolling along, and visiting shops and museums.

When you book through our room block at the Williamsburg Hotel Inn & Suites, the room includes 2 complimentary historic area access tickets per room that are valid for the length of stay.

Take the free Williamsburg shuttle from the Williamsburg Hotel & Suites or take a 15 minute walking path straight to the heart of the historic area!

With a mixture of restaurants, bars, lounges, and cafes located in and around the Historic Area, you’ll find the perfect place for a historically-inspired family meal or an intimate evening of creative cuisine. Some restaurants require reservations.

Groom's recommendation: Chownings Tavern

Bride's recommendation: Sweet Tea & Barley

Located adjacent to the Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area is an 18th-century style retail village with over 40 shops and restaurants. Visitors and local residents alike regularly experience the Square's unique shopping, dining and special events offerings in a setting of unrivaled beauty.

Groom's recommendation: The Cheese Shop

Bride's recommendation: Dog Street Pub