Colonial Williamsburg,

A variety of events take place each day in Williamsburg, whether the governor is just returning to the capitol to report on the "uprising," young ladies are discussing what it means to be a patriot, or an unlucky fellow is being tried for treason...

Colonial Williamsburg,

There's something different happening every day at the Powell's, home to Mr. Powell (an undertaker) and his family. Don't expect anything creepy, though -- Mr. Powell is simply a businessman, not one who deals with corpses. Kids dive into the experience.....

Williamsburg, VA

Chowning's offers barbeque and sandwiches for lunch and dinner inside, as well as walk-up service in a garden setting. Kids will enjoy a frothy Williamsburg-made root beer with their meal, and will delight in the evening entertainment: strolling...

Williamsburg,

Kids will have first-hand knowledge of and appreciation for the hard life of a colonial child and the ins and outs of working a plantation at the conclusion of this 90-minute demonstration program -- and will love every minute it. Kids as young as 7 or 8...

South Williamsburg,

On the banks of the James River not far from the archeological site where the first English colony in America was settled, Jamestown is recreated as a huge hands-on living history exhibit. Kids can explore the huts in the Powhatan Village...

Jamestown,

The real deal, Historic Jamestowne is the actual site of the English settlement, and while not as shiny and interactive as Jamestown Settlement, it is still a must-see. The history on this little piece of land is astounding...

Williamsburg,

Halfway between Williamsburg and the Jamestown Settlement, there's nothing half-baked about this pie company, where "pie" stands for pot, pizza, and dessert varieties and everyone can find a favorite. Adventurous eaters will want to try...

Williamsburg, VA

Kids may not have been alive during the 50s and 60s, but the midcentury surfing theme still adds to their refreshing fun at Water Country; they'll even be singing along to the songs blasting out of the speakers by day's end. Super-fast water...

Williamsburg, VA

Leave some extra time -- and extra room in the tummy -- for breakfast at the Capitol. Just outside the historic area, it's a divine spot for pancake and waffle lovers, with 19 varieties of flapjacks and waffles for the kids to choose from, plus a huge sel...

Yorktown,

Kids can literally walk the path of America's history, from British colony to independent country, at the Yorktown Victory Center; the outdoor walkway/timeline leads to indoor exhibits that show the events leading up to and through the...

Yorktown,

The battle of Yorktown brought the American Revolution to an end, and history tells us that General Cornwallis was surprised by his army's defeat here. The gently rolling fields of the Yorktown Battlefield belie their violent past...

Williamsburg,

It's Christmas year-round at the candle maker's Williamsburg store, where Santa visits every day with children and it "snows" every 15 minutes even in the heat of summer. The magical wonderland entertains kids with singing animatronic mice...