Why go
- City and former capital in Virginia, US.
- Known for FDR said its the most historic avenue in all America.
- 1 curated must-see attraction on record, including Colonial Williamsburg.
- Served by Camp Peary Landing Strip.
History
Williamsburg is an independent city in the U.S. state of Virginia. It had a population of 15,425 at the 2020 census. Located on the Virginia Peninsula, Williamsburg is in the northern part of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area. It is bordered by James City County on the west and south and York County on the east.
Must-see attractions
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 7 airlines, 5 direct destinations
- American Airlines AA (CRJ-700, CRJ, Dash 8-300) · 2 routes: Charlotte*, Philadelphia
- US Airways US (CRJ-700, DH8) · 2 routes: Charlotte, Philadelphia*
- Air France AF (CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- Allegiant Air G4 (A320) · 1 route: Sanford
- Delta Air Lines DL (CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- Frontier Airlines F9 (A319) · 1 route: Denver
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KL (CRJ) · 1 route: Atlanta*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Camp Peary Landing Strip; 12 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 12 mi (nearest: Jamestown-Scotland Ferry, 6 mi); routes include Rhine River Cruise, Jamestown-Scotland Ferry.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Williamsburg, Virginia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.