Sun & Summit Destinations
3 Days in Virginia's Historic Triangle
Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown: where English America began and the Revolution ended, all within 25 miles.
- Best time
- April–May and September–October. 2026 marks America's 250th anniversary, with extra events across the region
- Getting there
- Newport News (PHF) is 20 minutes away; Norfolk (ORF) and Richmond (RIC) are about an hour
- Getting around
- The scenic Colonial Parkway links all three sites
- Stay
- 3–4 nights in Williamsburg
Day 1: Jamestown
There are two Jamestowns and both are worth it. Historic Jamestowne, run by the National Park Service, is the actual 1607 fort site, with active archaeology. Jamestown Settlement next door is a living-history museum with recreated ships, a fort and a Powhatan village. Allow most of the day for both.
Day 2: Colonial Williamsburg
Walk Duke of Gloucester Street, the Governor's Palace and the Capitol, and watch tradespeople at work: blacksmiths, coopers, wigmakers and printers. The historic area is free to walk; a ticket gets you into the buildings and programs. Stay for an evening program or a tavern dinner.
Day 3: Yorktown
Drive the Colonial Parkway to Yorktown Battlefield, where the British surrendered in 1781. Pair the battlefield's driving tour with the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, then end on the Yorktown waterfront by the York River.
Where to stay
These resorts are in very different spots. Pick the one that fits how you want to spend the trip.
Stay in Williamsburg, VA
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