Downtown Williamsburg Travel Guide

Williamsburg

Christmastime is the most joyful of seasons in Colonial Williamsburg, and certainly the best time to visit. The entire town is adorned with handmade wreaths such as this one, all containing fresh fruit or unique items that correspond with the building they're placed on. Steaming colonial-style hot chocolate is served by a few of the buildings, and fireplaces are aplenty.
Christmastime is the most joyful of seasons in Colonial Williamsburg, and certainly the best time to visit. The entire town is adorned with handmade wreaths such as this one, all containing fresh fruit or unique items that correspond with the building they're placed on. Steaming colonial-style hot chocolate is served by a few of the buildings, and fireplaces are aplenty.
Lots of picturesque side streets and artisan shops
In merchants square
Another lovely shop

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Williamsburg

Hilton Vacation Club The Historic Powhatan Williamsburg

Hilton Vacation Club The Historic Powhatan Williamsburg

3.5 out of 5
3601 Ironbound Rd Williamsburg VA
The price is Rp1.080.353 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
Rp1.080.353
Rp1.712.766 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in Williamsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,397 reviews)
Everything was wonderful from check in to check out. I will be returning

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Hilton Vacation Club The Historic Powhatan Williamsburg
Vacation Village At Williamsburg

Vacation Village At Williamsburg

3 out of 5
4870 Longhill Road Williamsburg VA
The price is Rp1.076.934 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.076.934
Rp1.427.384 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,125 reviews)
It was nice and spacious. Wish the water tank had enough water to heat tub w out having to wait

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Vacation Village At Williamsburg
Hilton Vacation Club Greensprings Williamsburg

Hilton Vacation Club Greensprings Williamsburg

3 out of 5
3500 Ludwell Pkwy Williamsburg VA
The price is Rp1.148.662 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
Rp1.148.662
Rp1.789.526 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in Williamsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Fair

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hilton Vacation Club Greensprings Williamsburg
Marriott's Manor Club at Ford's Colony

Marriott's Manor Club at Ford's Colony

3.5 out of 5
101 Saint Andrews Dr Williamsburg VA
The price is Rp988.781 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp988.781
Rp1.140.953 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
it This hotel delivered a true five-star experience from start to finish. Located in a safe and peaceful area, we felt completely at ease throughout our stay. The amenities were exceptional, especially the immaculate indoor spa and pool, which provided a relaxing and luxurious retreat. The customer ...

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Marriott's Manor Club at Ford's Colony
Comfort Suites Airport

Comfort Suites Airport

2.5 out of 5
12570 Jefferson Ave Newport News VA
The price is Rp1.340.552 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.340.552
Rp1.558.393 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Newport News. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
My vehicle got damaged multiple times property doesn’t have cameras. The card to the door wouldn’t work half the time.. staff would knock on the door and open without waiting for a response speaking Spanish.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Comfort Suites Airport
Comfort Inn Newport News - Hampton I-64

Comfort Inn Newport News - Hampton I-64

2.5 out of 5
12330 Jefferson Ave Newport News VA
The price is Rp1.282.064 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.282.064
Rp1.491.131 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport News. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
When we checked in the lady at the front desk was nice. When we got to our room and got settled, we unpacked I noticed that there were sticky rings on the TV stand where somebody had set glasses down and it didn’t get wiped up. I bring wipes with me so I wiped that up then we turned down the sofa ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Comfort Inn Newport News - Hampton I-64
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Williamsburg

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West Williamsburg Heights

West Williamsburg Heights might not have many top sights, but Walter J. Zable Stadium at Cary Field and Merchants Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

West Williamsburg Heights
Punishment the old fashioned way!

Colonial Williamsburg

While visiting Colonial Williamsburg, you might make a stop by sights like Governor's Palace and Golden Horseshoe Golf Club.

Colonial Williamsburg
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Midtown

While Midtown may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Walter J. Zable Stadium at Cary Field and Ripley's Believe It or Not!.

Midtown
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Kingsmill

While visiting Kingsmill, you might make a stop by sights like Kingsmill Plantation Golf Course and Colonial National Historical Park.

Kingsmill
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Lightfoot

Shopping, gardens and restaurants are some highlights of Lightfoot. Make a stop by Williamsburg Pavilion Shops Shopping Center or Swing Kingz while you're exploring.

Lightfoot
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Norge

The restaurants and gardens are a few reasons travellers visit Norge. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Williamsburg Pavilion Shops Shopping Center and Colonial Heritage Golf Club, a few notable attractions nearby.

Norge


Downtown Williamsburg Travel Guide