Step Into America's Story in Williamsburg
Explore an itinerary that blends living history, scenic beauty, exceptional dining, shopping, and unforgettable attractions
Is This Itinerary Right For Your Group?
- Ideal Demographic: Seniors, faith-based groups, active adult travelers
- Mobility: Mixed. Some vendors have limited accessibility.
- Peak Travel Windows: Year round
- Booking lead time: 9-12 months in advance

Planner's Hotline: Your Local Advocate
Brittany Alger
- Director of Sales
- Visit Williamsburg
- (757) 920-3987
- brittany.alger@visitwilliamsburg.com
- https://www.visitwilliamsburg.com/groups
Click Here to Connect with Visit Williamsburg
Day 1: Colonial Williamsburg
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Midday: Arrive in Colonial Williamsburg
History in Motion: Colonial Williamsburg is America’s largest living history museum and a must-visit for groups seeking immersive historical adventures in Virginia. Visitors can stroll storied streets, take a carriage ride, sit in on a colonial court session, or watch a silversmith at work, each experience offering a vivid glimpse into 18th-century life. Historic Williamsburg blends world-class hospitality, convenient accessibility, distinctive venues, engaging experiences, and comprehensive destination support into one seamless experience. It’s a destination where groups can meet, learn, connect, and create lasting memories, all in one place.
Group logistics: The discounted group rates, dedicated group services, motorcoach parking, catered event spaces, and customizable experiences, making it easy to incorporate into meetings, reunions, and corporate events.
Check Into Your Hotel
Arrive in Williamsburg and here are a few hotel clusters to consider:
- Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph Collection, Williamsburg Inn, Griffin Hotel and Williamsburg Woodlands offer proximity to Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area
Late Afternoon
- Highlight: Shopping in Williamsburg is a group-friendly experience that offers a variety of unique destinations, from charming boutiques and artisan shops to outlet shopping and historic retail experiences in Merchant Sqaure.
- Group logistics: Groups can enjoy convenient parking, easy accessibility, and opportunities to find local treasures, handcrafted goods, and memorable souvenirs. Whether building free time into an itinerary or planning a dedicated shopping excursion, Williamsburg provides options that appeal to every traveler.
Evening
- Great food: End the day with dinner at one of Colonial Williamsburg Taverns, where period recipes, costumed servers, and live musical entertainment create a one-of-a-kind colonial dining experience.
Day 1 Alternatives
With more than 120 stores including Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, J. Crew and Michael Kors, Williamsburg Prime Outlets is a fabulous place for your group to shop and find impressive savings.
Day 2: Historic Jamestown
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Morning: Jamestown Settlement
- Highlight: One of two Jamestown and Yorktown living-history museums, Jamestown Settlement is a year-round locale where visitors can learn about the people and events of America’s first permanent English colony and the establishment of a new nation almost two centuries later. Located near the site of the original colony, Jamestown Settlement immerses visitors in the world of 17th-century Virginia, from the arrival of English colonists in Jamestown in 1607 to the cultural events that helped create a new country.
- Group Logistics: Historic Jamestown is an excellent destination for groups because it offers immersive, guided experiences at the site of America’s first permanent English settlement. With group tours, educational programming, and scenic walking trails, it provides a meaningful and engaging experience for student groups, associations, reunions, and history enthusiasts alike.
Evening
- Highlight: Your unforgettable culinary experience awaits at Williamsburg Winery – Gabriel Archer Tavern, a European-inspired, full-service dining establishment that offers a true farm-to-table experience. Pull up a chair to celebrate the flavors that define Coastal Virginia while simultaneously showcasing the world-class bounty found throughout the Commonwealth.
Midday
- Highlight: The American Revolution Museum at Yorktown is especially appealing for groups because it brings the nation’s founding story to life through immersive exhibits, interactive galleries, live demonstrations, and a re-created Continental Army encampment and Revolution-era farm. The museum is motorcoach-friendly with convenient group drop-off areas, ample parking, and accessible pathways, making arrival and touring seamless for groups.
- Group Logistics: With guided tours, educational programs, and engaging experiences for all ages, it is an ideal stop for motorcoach tours, associations, reunions, and history enthusiasts.
Day 2 Alternatives
Wagster’s Magic Theatre is a group-friendly entertainment experience that combines award-winning magic, comedy, and audience interaction in an intimate theater setting. It is perfect for groups of all sizes, the show offers convenient scheduling, reserved seating, and a memorable evening of entertainment that brings attendees together. With easy accessibility and a unique experience unlike anything else in Williamsburg, Wagster’s Magic Theatre is a great addition to meetings, reunions, student trips, and group itineraries. Great for Rain Plans.
Day 3: Busch Gardens
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Morning
- Highlight: Busch Gardens Williamsburg is Virginia’s premier theme park, where world-class coasters meet award-winning entertainment and family fun. Explore over 50 rides from fabulous roller coasters to smaller rides. Busch Gardens Williamsburg is an ideal destination for groups because it offers something for every attendee, from world-class roller coasters and live entertainment to award-winning dining and seasonal festivals. The park provides discounted group rates, dedicated group services, motorcoach parking, catered event spaces, and customizable experiences, making it easy to incorporate into meetings, student trips, reunions, and corporate events.
Midday
- Dog Street Pub offers private dining spaces, customizable group menus, and a welcoming atmosphere just steps from Colonial Williamsburg. It is ideal for corporate dinners, associations, and incentive groups.
Day 3 Alternatives
Another option is the Colin G. and Nancy N. Campbell Archaeology Center, which offers groups a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes and discover the fascinating process of uncovering history. Featuring state-of-the-art archaeology labs, interactive exhibits, and authentic artifacts from centuries past, the center provides an engaging experience for visitors of all ages. With guided tours, educational programming, and accessibility for group visits, it is an ideal addition to meetings, student travel, history tours, and cultural itineraries looking for a memorable, hands-on experience in Williamsburg.
Click Here to Connect with Visit Williamsburg
Planner’s Hotline: Your Local Advocate
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Brittany Alger
-
Director of Sales
-
Visit Williamsburg
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(757) 920-3987
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