Things to Do in Williamsburg, VA

  • Our list of the best things to do in Williamsburg, Virginia, features the top 107 nearby activities — including 47 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Williamsburg, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Sights & Landmarks, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Entertainment & Shows.
  • The results below include the top 32 things to do within the city of Williamsburg, VA , followed by 75 popular activities in nearby cities, including Newport News, Yorktown, Smithfield, Hampton, Charles City, Sparta and Hopewell
  • Our list of the best things to do in Williamsburg, Virginia, features the top 107 nearby activities — including 47 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Williamsburg, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Sights & Landmarks, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Entertainment & Shows.
  • The results below include the top 32 things to do within the city of Williamsburg, VA , followed by 75 popular activities in nearby cities, including Newport News, Yorktown, Smithfield, Hampton, Charles City, Sparta and Hopewell
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45.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 199 Locks Road, Chesapeake, VA 23324 MoreLess Info
An island park, Great Bridge Locks Park is a member of the National Park Service's 'Chesapeake Bay Gateways' network. The park is a historic site with significance to both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars.
46.0 Miles
72% 71 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Suffolk, VA MoreLess Info
The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is the largest remaining area of what used to be a habitat of over one million acres. Wildlife in the refuge includes hundreds of species of birds, black bears, grey fox, beavers, mink, and much more.
46.2 Miles
77% 296 votes
Science Museums 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220 MoreLess Info
Many permanent exhibits are housed at the Science Museum of Virginia, focusing on different areas of science like space, the human body, animals, and the environment. Live science demonstrations are also performed daily in addition to IMAX films.
46.3 Miles
50% 4 votes
Battlefields White Oak Road, Petersburg, VA MoreLess Info
White Oak Road Battlefield was the site of a Union victory late in the Civil War, and today contains a short, scenic walking trail. The trail features several interpretive signs detailing the historical events.
46.3 Miles
72% 184 votes
Children's Museums 2626 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220 MoreLess Info
With the goal of providing creative play experiences for children, Children's Museum of Richmond hosts a variety exhibits for guests to explore. Their exhibits include a grocery store, apple tree, art studio, dino zone, little farm, playhouse, and more.
46.4 Miles
91% 75 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 400 Sausiluta Drive, Richmond, VA 23227 MoreLess Info
Discover the natural world in and around Richmond by visiting the Three Lakes Nature Center and Aquarium. Visitors enjoy the 50,000 gallon aquarium, explore exhibits and multimedia demonstrations, and partake in guided nature walks.
46.4 Miles
95% 148 votes
History Museums 428 North Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23221 MoreLess Info
Encompassing the entire history of the state of Virginia, the 180-year-old Virginia Historical Society houses a wide collection of books, sheet music, maps, and personal items to illustrate the story of Virginia's past and present.
46.4 Miles
100% 18 votes
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Byrd Park

Parks 600 S Blvd, Richmond, VA 23220 MoreLess Info
Spanning a total of 287 acres, Byrd Park is a large public park area that offers a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include numerous sports fields, playground areas, and boat rentals on the nearby Fountain Lake.
46.5 Miles
93% 315 votes
Theaters 2908 West Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23221 MoreLess Info
Located in Carytown, the Byrd Theater was the first in Virginia to be equipped with a sound system for speaking movies. Second-run movies and certain independent film festivals are currently held at the landmark theater.
46.5 Miles
98% 1922 votes
Art Museum 2800 Grove Ave, Richmond, VA 23221 MoreLess Info
One of the most comprehensive art museums in the United States is the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. There are roughly four full acres of gallery space and a 13-acre sculpture garden while guests can follow walking tours that are included with the price of admission.
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