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...

Colonial Williamsburg,

From conversations with George Washington and Patrick Henry to eavesdropping on a group of slaves as they ponder their future in a new country, issues of the day are brought to life through the vignettes acted out by the costumed interpreters....

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...

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,

A beautiful, 105-foot, gaff-rigged, three-masted schooner, the Alliance offers seasonal day and sunset sails on the James River. The staff expects and encourages help from the crew (your family) in raising the nine sails, which is no easy task...

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...

Williamsburg,

The almost-hidden theme park is split into seven European countries (most real, one made-up) -- England, Germany, Scotland, Ireland, Italy, France, and "New France" (French Canada) -- a nod to the European heritage that was the foundation of America. ...

Williamsburg, VA

This casual restaurant offers family fare in a comfortable setting, with burgers, pizzas, and chicken fingers for the littlest patriots and Panini sandwiches, wraps, and pasta dishes for grown-ups. The molten chocolate cake is divine and...

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...