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Discover America’s origins

The revolution is here. The story of our nation begins in Williamsburg.

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Celebrate America’s 250th year in the city that led to its first year.

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You’re invited to meet the people who bring history to life. Plan your visit to our 18th-century city, where your admission ticket is the key to sites, tours, events, and more.

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Enjoy historic Williamsburg to the fullest with a stay at the official Colonial Williamsburg Resorts. Choose from one of five world-class accommodations.

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Guaranteed best rates when when you book your stay directly through Colonial Williamsburg Resorts, and receive up to two complimentary length-of-stay admission tickets to the historic area (Exceptions may apply).

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Whether you’re hosting an elaborate gala, a fun family gathering, or an intimate get-together, one thing is certain—your guests will be talking about your event in the heart of historic Williamsburg long after they depart.

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Discover America’s origins

The revolution is here. The story of our nation begins in Williamsburg.

Learn from the past
Celebrate America’s 250th year in the city that led to its first year.

Discover 2026
Plan Your Visit

You’re invited to meet the people who bring history to life. Plan your visit to our 18th-century city, where your admission ticket is the key to sites, tours, events, and more.

Start Exploring
We offer several admission options and special offers to customize your visit. Get tickets online and create an account for 100% touchless ticketing.

Get Tickets & Passes
Stay & Play at Our Resorts

Enjoy historic Williamsburg to the fullest with a stay at the official Colonial Williamsburg Resorts. Choose from one of five world-class accommodations.

Start Exploring
Guaranteed best rates when when you book your stay directly through Colonial Williamsburg Resorts, and receive up to two complimentary length-of-stay admission tickets to the historic area (Exceptions may apply).

Learn More
Hosted in History

Whether you’re hosting an elaborate gala, a fun family gathering, or an intimate get-together, one thing is certain—your guests will be talking about your event in the heart of historic Williamsburg long after they depart.

Get Started Today
Planning your event with us is easy and exciting.

Contact Us Today
Donate

As a private nonprofit, the Foundation relies on generosity from donors like you, whose contributions ensure that we can continue to research an inclusive, accurate portrait of American history.

Support our mission
Donor support advances Colonial Williamsburg's mission "That the future may learn from the past."

Donate Now

Search:

Celebrate America’s 250th year in the city that led to its first year.

Discover 2026

We offer several admission options and special offers to customize your visit. Get tickets online and create an account for 100% touchless ticketing.

Get Tickets & Passes

Guaranteed best rates when when you book your stay directly through Colonial Williamsburg Resorts, and receive up to two complimentary length-of-stay admission tickets to the historic area (Exceptions may apply).

Learn More

Planning your event with us is easy and exciting.

Contact Us Today

Donor support advances Colonial Williamsburg's mission "That the future may learn from the past."

Donate Now

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Afternoon Holiday Tea Terrace Room Williamsburg Inn

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Terrace Room Holiday Tea

Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays in December

Welcome the season with an exquisitely reimagined Holiday Afternoon Tea at the Williamsburg Inn, where Churchill Tea China, festive blends, and artful delicacies come together in a timeless celebration of elegance and winter enchantment.

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Williamsburg Lodge Gingerbread Holiday Dinner

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Traditions - Holiday Placing

Brunch with Santa

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CW Santa & Caroling

Shields' Tavern Christmas Feast

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