19 Top Favorite Local Spots in Williamsburg
Do you have a bit of extra time planned during your stay with us? Why not take some advice from the locals? Here are our top picks, from places, to shop to things to do, that every Williamsburg local is familiar with, and for a good reason! You know what they say – when in Rome, do as the Romans do.
Restaurants
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- To watch the big game: Paul’s Deli/College Deli
- To indulge in dessert: Extraordinary Cupcakes
- To feed the family: a TIE between Retro’s Good Eats and The Cheese Shop
Activities
- DoG St Pub Running Club
- Summer Movie Nights on Prince George
- Saturday Williamsburg Farmers Market
- Pick all-you-can-eat crabs at Oceans and Ale (ok, so this is an activity AND a meal)
Outdoor Spots
- To spend a day at the river: College Creek (the Williamsburg Parkway)
- To watch a sunset: College Landing Park
- To have a picnic: the Sunken Garden (William & Mary)
- To go exploring: the College Woods/Lake Matoaka Amphitheater
Family Fun
- Busch Gardens / Water Country (everyone with a family has a season’s pass!)
- AMF Bowling
- Pirate’s Cove Mini Golf
- Movie Tavern (High Street)
Shopping – You can find anything between these three golden locations!
- Williamsburg Premium Outlets
- Newtown
- Monticello Shopping Center
Questions? Feel free to ask!