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The Heart of Williamsburg – A Shopping District With History and Charm
At Merchants Square, Williamsburg shopping and dining merge in a unique and historical setting – browse dozens of local shops and choose from several restaurants, all in the same … Read more
Sailing in Virginia and Exploring Peninsula
Beautiful waterways are part of the natural landscape along the 180-mile-long Virginia peninsula, with streams, inlets, and two massive rivers—the York River and James River—less than a 20-minute drive away… Read more
College of William and Mary Sports – A Tribe and Tradition
As one of the country’s oldest institutions of higher learning, gaining its charter in 1693 and second only to Harvard, academics at the College of William and Mary are renowned and well-esta… Read more
Since 1968, the Mariners’ Museum and Park has been the premier maritime institution in the country, recognized by the US Congress for their extensive 35,000+ item collection and guiding mission of education and conservation. Their ocean-centric exhib… Read more
It’s probably quite obvious that we have a fondness for the Fifes and Drums of Colonial Williamsburg, and why not? This fascinating music has become a historical fixture and the soundtrack of Williamsburg, Virginia. … Read more
Williamsburg, VA, is a haven for aficionados of craft brews. Virginia and the Williamsburg area have many wineries, distilleries, meaderies, and breweries that offer something for all tastes. We are bringing you the local list of places not to miss. … Read more
Less than a century after the Revolutionary War had concluded – when the British surrendered to George Washington’s forces just miles away from Williamsburg in Yorktown – Virginia was again at the center of a major conflict as the Civil War quickly o… Read more
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… 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