Things To Do
Kayaking
If you have some time and want to explore all that Eastern Virginia has to offer, nothing is better than pushing off the bank & going for a little kayak adventure! Kayak rentals are available thru a few local companies, or check to see if your vacation rental offers a kayak for your use!
Machicomoco State Park
One of Virginia's newest state parks, located in the southern part of Gloucester County along the York River, Machicomoco State Park is approximately 10 miles downriver from Werowocomoco. The landscape of Timberneck was most certainly associated with Tsenacommacah and Powhatan’s extensive Chiefdom.
Mathews Main Street
Mathews Main Street has that charming small-town vibe with lots to see. Stop in to Sibley's, the visitor center, for some local honey, grab some ice cream from Richardson’s Café, and shop for gifts at Cattail’s.
Gloucester Village
With a historic courthouse square dating back to the late 1600’s, Gloucester Main Street is rich in history. Today, the Gloucester Village boasts storefront and streetscape improvements, providing a picturesque setting for boutique shops and restaurants along Main Street. With themes of yesteryear mixed with the energy of today, the Gloucester Village functions as it did over 300 years ago….as the hub and center for Gloucester.
Nuttall's Store
Stop by this charming store for a bite to eat! They do have particular hours though: Monday through Wednesday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Thursday and Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 5 pm Sunday: Closed
Rosewell Ruins
Rosewell Plantation in Gloucester County, Virginia, was for more than 100 years the home of a branch of the Page family, one of the First Families of Virginia. Begun in 1725, the Flemish bond brick Rosewell mansion overlooking the York River was one of the most elaborate homes in the American colonies. In 1916 a fire broke out and destroyed Rosewell mansion. Today, the remains of the house is a largely undisturbed historic ruin. The site has been the subject of archaeological work and the property was listed in 1969 on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Ruins of Presidents Park
Several remnants from the original tourist attraction that was open from 2004-2010 will be on display as accompaniments to the 42 decaying sculptures that have now fallen into a significant state of disrepair. The mementos that will be on display include several of the original placards, park signage, vintage Park images,an authentic First Lady dress and much more. *Tickets are required in advance
Fossil Hunt @ York River State Park
Located on the York River and is designated as a Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. The pristine environment offers clues to a rich natural and cultural history and hosts fossil beds and Colonial and Native American artifacts. The fossils are found in abundance at York River State Park because of the way sea creatures were stranded over time as a pre-ice age, subtropical ocean dried up. As the sea level went down over eastern Virginia, certain sea creatures were stuck in parts of the York River, where they eventually died.
Williamsburg Charter Sails
We couldn't make a recommendation without suggesting chartering your own sailboat! The Austin's chartered a lesson cruise a few years back & we couldn't recommend Captain Bill O’Donovan enough! He was a great and knowledgeable Captain giving us a great hands on experience! Take a sailing vacation, navigating the York River across 200 years of history that links Yorktown with Williamsburg and beyond to the Chesapeake Bay. This cruise is a unique vacation adventure for all and a must do when visiting Williamsburg, Yorktown or the Greater Hampton Roads area. Tell us your sailing story to become part of a growing conversation about lessons learned from life, on and off the water. Williamsburg Charter Sails departs twice daily April - November for skippered cruises. Reservations are first-come, first-reserved.