Colonial Williamsburg Admission

Overview

Available languages

English

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The Revolution is Here! Immerse yourself in the revolutionary stories of American history. With over 300 acres of iconic sites, historic taverns, and world-class art museums, history truly comes to life at the world’s largest living history museum. Meet our experts uncovering the past to better inform our future, enjoy live performances, meet talented tradespeople practicing period-specific crafts, and explore our 18th-century city on the verge of revolution. Every Colonial Williamsburg visit helps continue our mission — to ensure that the future may learn from the past.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Evening programs include tours, plays, dances, concerts, and reenactments

Evening meals in colonial taverns include strolling musicians and 18th-century fare

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Admission to daily staged performances on the Charlton Stage and in the Hennage Auditorium

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Admission to trade sites to see and speak with expert masters, journeymen, and apprentices

Colonial Williamsburg Admission Ticket

Admission to our two world-class art museums

Self Guided -guided tours of the Governor’s Palace, Capitol, and Courthouse

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Parking Fees

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Colonial Williamsburg

101 Visitor Center Drive Williamsburg United States

End points

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Colonial Williamsburg

Costume-interpreter-guided tours of the Governor’s Palace, Capitol, and Courthouse Admission to trade sites, to see and speak with expert masters, journeymen and apprentices practicing 18th-century trades Admission to daily staged performances on the Charlton Stage and in the Hennage Auditorium Admission to our two world-class art museums Complimentary shuttle service

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Two Day Admission

Admission to all Colonial Williamsburg trades, exhibits. Valid for 2 consecutive days from the date of first use.

Single Day Admission

Admission to all Colonial Williamsburg trades, exhibits. Valid for 1 day.

Reviews

3.94

512 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

261

101

Not as Advertised
Corporate T,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
According to CW staff, the stores in the historic district are now operated by a private corporation and items purchased by visitors no longer benefit the foundation financially as was previously the case. Also, jewelry items advertised as ‘Williamsburg Exclusive’ and sold as handmade locally are in fact offshore imports. Caveat emptor!!
Great time, something for everyone
Monique P,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Loved it! Great place to reconnect with history. Went here for a mini vacation with my husband. I was extremely impressed with the staff. They were engaging but not over bearing, extremely intelligent and immersed in their character. I particularly liked how they played a character from that time period in a way that fit with those times objectively and realistically. Austin was particularly great to talk to, very sweet and friendly. We dined at Christiana Campbell's tavern & learned about food of this time period. Everything was a fun learning experience. We did the court proceeding & it was very fun and again I learned something else new. Highly recommended.
An enjoyable learning...
Steven H,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
An enjoyable learning experience. Before our visit we had really underestimated what Colonial Williamsburg had to offer. Starting with a great 2 1/2 hour guided tour, we became immersed and were motivated to see & experience more - even returning the next day for a few hours more to catch what we missed. We definitely recommend this worthwhile Colonial Williamsburg experience.
A place where history comes alive!
lynnefI3692LM,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is an amazing place where history comes alive. The age range of our family was 7-75 and we all loved it and learned so much. The employees/educators who we encountered in all the venues were incredibly knowledgeable in their specialities. You really felt that you were conversing with people from another era who knew their stuff. What is especially wonderful about the place is it's lack of commerciality and it's total respect for authenticity. 10 stars!
Sprained ankle bad sidewalks
jameswC5849DO,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Horrible. Get ready to be crippled by the brick sidewalks that they dont maintain. They give you veteran discount but then take away meal discount for being a veteran. False advertising.
Colonial Williamsburg
Dayna B,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very historical! Lots of walking! Be careful of the bricks & cobblestones! Very well marked with good directions! Amazing restoration!
Awesome!
Yolanda H,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
To make it a 2 day experience. There is so much to see. Make sure you really know if there will be any reenactments that day.
Awesome Experience
David M,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The wife and I along with our 2 dogs spent the day here and it was amazing. Yes they are pet friendly on the streets NOT in the buildings. They require all animals to be on a leash. We had our two dogs in a stroller which was perfect, and they got to get out and walk as well. Where we parked it was paid parking, I think it was $10 for 6 hours no biggie. They do offer a bus to take you from the visitors center to the actual downtown area, but we didn’t use bc of let policy. The overall experience was great. Nice little shops to go in and shop, huge historic homes to go in and learn. All of the homes you visit have a guide inside that gives you info, if you want a walking tour guide that’s a separate experience you have to purchase. Some events sell out quickly such as carriage rides and tour guides, so I suggest you book in advance. A few notes: A lot of walking involved, kid friendly, pet friendly, and watch some YouTube videos before you go and you’ll be ahead of the game. Lovely place to be outdoors, we’re probably coming back around Christmas to see it decorated.
Purchase direct instead
Theresa A,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00
I would just get direct from the kiosk at the visitors center in the future it was a huge pain to change our voucher into tickets had to stand in line then email .pdf, then they had trouble getting the voucher to print and ended up having to print us comp tickets took like 45 minutes to deal with.
The governor palace
Pooky F,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
It’s was good for people that really love history, a lot of walking. I thought it going to be like tour guide, you have to walk to the building then will have someone tell you about that history of that building.