With summer under our belts and the cold yet to set in, you may be feeling the need to soak up all of this crisp fall weather. Taking a road trip is an ideal way to live up these cool, sunny days. With so many great deals, affordable accommodations, great weather, culture and amazing food, add the Greater Williamsburg area in Virginia to your fall must-travel list.
Greater Williamsburg is an ideal vacation destination for travelers of all ages, especially in the fall. Find your perfect itinerary below:
Outdoor Enthusiasts
You’ll find an array of open spaces for enjoying the cooler weather and fall foliage. Hit a hiking or biking trail for an afternoon outside. Serious bikers should look into the 20 miles of mountain bike trails in Freedom Park; the 23-mile Colonial Parkway connecting Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown; and the 50-mile Virginia Capital Trail connecting Virginia’s old capital in Williamsburg. If you’re looking for something out of the ordinary, go zip lining, kayaking or paddleboarding. There are even farms nearby offering horseback riding!
Relaxation Seekers
If you believe that less is more when it comes to vacations, enjoy the award-winning spas either alone or with a plus one and find relaxation the instant that extra-plush robe hits your shoulders. Choose from a pampering spa treatment or salon service. End the luscious experience with a cocktail or fuzzy slippers and even more relaxation.
Winers and Diners
Hop on the Williamsburg Tasting Trail, where you’ll find trendy microbreweries, distilleries, wineries and even a meadery. You’ll also be able to dine at a variety of restaurants featuring the finest farm-to-table or bay-to-table cuisine in the region.
Family Feels
Take the whole family out to Colonial Williamsburg, Historic Jamestown, the new American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, Jamestown Settlement or Busch Gardens. You’ll score major points with the kids for that last one!
Art Fiends
A favorite event, Yorktown Market Days at Riverwalk Landing features more than 35 local farmers, producers, vendors and artists. Enjoy delicious food, exciting live music and entertainment, beautiful and inspiring artwork and a view beyond compare, with the added bonus of watching local chefs demonstrate the preparation of various dishes on select Saturdays. Yorktown Market Days run on Saturdays from 8 a.m. until noon, with extended hours until 3 p.m. on November 11 and 18, as well as December 9.
If you’re planning a visit in 2018, The Williamsburg Fall Arts runs throughout September and October. It’s seven weeks of nonstop events, concerts, gallery tours and more by the region’s most dedicated artists, artisans, writers, storytellers, dancers and musicians. There are so many great events for those who have a passion for the arts! Check out the highlights:
- Performances by the Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra, the Virginia Symphony, Williamsburg Players and the Opera in Williamsburg at various venues.
- Various opportunities to meet the region’s artists and musicians during W&M Family Weekend, the Yorktown Art Stroll, Occasion for the Arts, the Williamsburg Book Festival, the Folk Festival at the Watermen’s Museum, the Yorktown Wine Festival and more.
- New exhibits at the Muscarelle Museum of Art every year.
Find your perfect reason to visit Williamsburg and plan your stay. There are plenty of packages and deals for everyone in the family to enjoy.
Check out VisitWilliamsburg.com to get started!
- Wine and hiking photos: Pexels
- Feature photo: Bigstock
- All other photos: Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance
