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Virginia Is for (Wine) Lovers – A Centuries-Old Tradition Winemaking along the Virginia peninsula dates back to the early 1600s. Throughout the ensuing four centuries, experimentation with different grapes and growing techniques led to a blossoming o… Read more
William & Mary Bookstore: Barnes and Noble This bookstore is the primary source of textbooks and supplies for students at the College of William and Mary. This well-stocked bookstore is just two blocks from The Fife and Drum Inn and is guaranteed not… Read more
Celebrating Your Union After saying “I do”, it’s time for some much-needed rest and relaxation. A romantic honeymoon in Williamsburg, VA will be the best time to recharge and connect with your spouse. The custom of a newlywed couple going on a holida… Read more
A Momentous Day – Moving the Bray School to a New Home Across Town It was an eventful and remarkable scene just a few weeks ago, in early February 2023, when the Williamsburg Bray School building moved from its location on Prince George Street to its… Read more
In and around Williamsburg, ongoing archeology digs reveal artifacts from a tapestry of historical periods, showcasing our area’s unique past. Centuries of human stories are told through these unburied discoveries, beginning with the Native American … Read more
Warmer Days, Fewer Crowds, and Local Markets Returning in Colonial Williamsburg Spring With spring in colonial Williamsburg, temperatures begin climbing into the 60s by mid-March and into the 70s by April, ushering in warmer days along the Virginia P… Read more
When it comes to breakfast, we’ve got you covered! Our comforting spread is hot and fresh first thing in the morning and is the perfect way to start your Williamsburg day. That can still leave a lot of your stay or vacation to chance, though, with so… Read more
We’ve all heard the famous saying Virginia Is for Lovers, and nowhere is that more true than in Williamsburg, where the historic enchantment, excellent restaurants, and romantic outings are all just minutes away. Plan your romantic getaway to our Wil… Read more
Colonial Parkway - 23 miles one way A long-time favorite biking trail is the Colonial Parkway stretching from Jamestown through Williamsburg to Yorktown. When staying in Williamsburg, you can take one day to peddle 13 miles to Yorktown for lunch and … Read more
Start at William and Mary – The Heart of Williamsburg’s History and Culture Begin your stroll through Williamsburg at the College of William and Mary, whose sprawling and scenic campus is just a block away from the Fife and Drum Inn . Take either a s… Read more