Hampton attractions

At Colonial Williamsburg you will step into a living history museum that covers more than 300 acres of historic sites, taverns and world-class art museums. As you move through an 18th-century city on the verge of revolution, the stories of American history will come to life around you. Along the way you will meet historians and experts who uncover the past and explain its relevance today. You will see live performances and encounter skilled tradespeople practising period-specific crafts in authentic settings. Historic taverns and galleries will give you a sense of daily life, culture and debate during the revolutionary era. Your visit also supports Colonial Williamsburg’s wider mission. By taking part, you will help ensure that future generations may learn from the past.

Spooks and Legends Haunted Tours in Colonial Williamsburg offers an evening walk through the town’s most haunted sites. Favoured by visitors since 2010, the tour visits locations such as the Peyton Randolph House, often called one of the most haunted places in America. It is the only tour in town that combines ghosts, witches and pirates with true, fully researched ghost stories alongside accounts of witch trials and witch tests. As you move through the streets you will hear fact‑based stories about Blackbeard’s crew and their demise and about the community histories that led to witch trials. You will also encounter portrayals of the local witch Grace Sherwood and a pirate character; the infamous Blackbeard may appear on occasion. Guides present information that they describe as thoroughly researched and not made up, so the focus stays on historical accounts and local legend. The experience is family‑oriented and includes a light, theatrical touch: Mr Pirate opens a treasure chest at the end so children may take small treasures home. Previous guests have captured photographs they described as showing ghosts and orbs. The tour has been awarded the Badge of Excellence.

At Busch Gardens you will spend a day enjoying European flair, action, adventure and family entertainment. The park combines thrilling roller coasters with live shows and a scenic gondola ride, so you can balance high-speed excitement with calmer, panoramic views. As you move through themed areas, you will explore representations of European countries and experience a variety of rides and performances that suit different ages and tastes. You can also choose to upgrade with a Two Park, Two Day or Two Park, Three Day ticket, which includes admission to Water Country USA. With those options, you will be able to add a water-park day to your visit and extend the variety of attractions available during your trip.

On a small-group guided kayak tour, you'll paddle along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay at sunset from Virginia Beach. The trip combines wide coastal views with close encounters with wild dolphins as you move through the bay's coastal waters. As the sky changes colour, you'll enjoy the scenery and the chance to watch dolphins in their natural habitat. You will use sturdy sit-on-top kayaks that require little or no previous experience. Guides will help you launch and navigate along the coast, offering tips and local insight as you relax on the water. Along the way, expect a peaceful atmosphere, beautiful sunset views over the Bay and opportunities to see dolphins up close — closer than you may have before. The pace is gentle and suited to small groups, so you can focus on the wildlife and the landscape as the daylight fades.

On the Historic Triangle Tour you will travel with a local back in time, moving in chronological order from the 1600s into the 1700s. The experience focuses on the early history of the area, and your local host will share context and stories as you move between sites. You will begin at Jamestown, the settlement founded in 1607, with a guided tour that explores the earliest chapter of this story. Lunch follows at a café owned by a local restaurant, where an included meal will be provided; a colonial-style option is available if you prefer. After lunch you will move into the 1700s with a battlefield tour that highlights Revolutionary‑era events, and the day will finish at the Revolutionary War Museum. Along the way you will see key sites from both centuries and hear local perspectives on how these places shaped the nation’s beginnings.

On this tour in the city where it happened, you'll hear a rich, well-organised account of the 1770s. Events are presented in a clear timeline, and the guide will discuss the actions and attitudes of the founders that helped shape the revolution and the founding of the nation. Along the way you'll move through the streets and places connected to those events, with commentary that ties people, places and decisions into a coherent story. Much of this information would otherwise require multiple days of visiting the right buildings, and you might face long queues or find key attractions closed. Questions are encouraged throughout the tour so you can focus on the topics you care about and make sure you get the information and experience you want.

This combo ticket gives you seven consecutive days of unlimited admission to Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, two sites that bring American Colonial history to life. Both attractions sit along the 23-mile Colonial Parkway, a scenic route that links them and makes it easy to visit each at your own pace. You will have time to return to either site across that week if you want to explore more than once. At Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown you will encounter interpretation and displays that help you imagine what life used to be like during the colonial and Revolutionary periods. As you move through each attraction, you will learn about the people, events and daily realities that shaped early American history. Along the way, the Parkway provides a pleasant, historic setting between the two locations, offering views and context as you travel from one site to the other.

If you've ever wanted to walk the streets of a historic town at night and learn about its hidden secrets, this candlelit walk through Colonial Williamsburg will put those stories in front of you. Expert storytellers will guide you along the dim lanes and share many strange stories and other-worldly happenings that have been passed down over the years. The guides draw on 30 years of experience, and the tour is presented by Virginia's #1 and oldest Ghost Tour. The evening is performed in a true storytelling format, so you'll hear tales told with atmosphere rather than a rigid script. As you move through Colonial Williamsburg, the stories will range from local legends to eerie incidents connected with the town. The walk is a family-friendly experience that offers something for all ages, so your whole group can enjoy the mix of history and the uncanny along the way.

On the Elizabeth River, the Signature Dinner Cruise offers a relaxed way to celebrate a special occasion, host a group event or enjoy a unique date night. You’ll have access to comfortable lounge spaces where you can dine, dance and play interactive games. Along the way, the skyline deck will give you spectacular views of the Navy’s mighty Atlantic Fleet; ships and submarines will dominate the riverfront vistas. A freshly prepared dinner buffet is included, with a selection of entrees, salads and desserts. Music from an onboard DJ will provide lively entertainment or background ambience, depending on the mood. Unlimited coffee, hot tea and iced tea are provided so you can keep warm or refreshed while you mingle. The cruise is arranged to suit parties of all sizes and gives you room to relax, socialise and take in the river scenery as you enjoy food, music and the naval views.

This combo attraction pass will let you enjoy some of Norfolk, Virginia’s top sights with admission to the Battleship Wisconsin, Nauticus (including the Hampton Roads Naval Museum), and the Virginia Zoo. You’ll have access to each venue and can plan visits in whatever order suits you. You will explore Norfolk’s Battleship Wisconsin, noted as the world’s largest and last battleship. At Nauticus you will encounter hands-on maritime science and exhibits that explain the power of the sea. Inside Nauticus you will also find the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, where displays focus on the history of the United States Navy in coastal Virginia. At the Virginia Zoo you will see animals such as tigers, lions and bears, and learn about different habitats and how these species live in the wild. Along the way you’ll move between naval history, interactive science displays and wildlife exhibits for a varied view of Norfolk’s maritime and natural heritage.

This self-guided driving tour will take you through the historic town of Yorktown, from its scenic waterfront to the battlefield where American independence was won. Along the way, you will listen to a narrated route that weaves together key sites and stories from the Revolutionary War. As you move through the town, you will learn about moments of perseverance and the enduring spirit of the American people, presented in a narrative style that emphasises context and atmosphere rather than a rigid itinerary. One purchase covers your whole car, so everyone in the vehicle may join the same tour. The tour is new and comes with lifetime access, with no expiry, so you may use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

Immerse yourself in early American history with a journey connecting colonial Williamsburg, the historic battlegrounds of Yorktown, and the story of early Jamestown. This ticket grants you access to five historic sites—including all of Colonial Williamsburg’s historic sites, trade shops, and museums—for five consecutive days from first date of use.

Explore Virginia's spectacular ecosystems at the only place in the state where a museum, zoo, aquarium, garden and planetarium combine. You will move from indoor touch pools and a 32,000-gallon aquarium to a real cypress swamp with live alligators. Outside, a ¾-mile boardwalk trail will take you past playful river otters, endangered red wolves and 16 lifelike dinosaurs. Along the way you can visit interactive dig pits and butterfly gardens. Hands-on learning is part of the experience. You will see the Wild Care Center and the Conservation Command Center with a seahorse nursery. The Conservation Garden and Green House show principles of sustainable living. The Abbitt Planetarium will present full-dome shows that reveal how we’re all connected in one big ecosystem. The centre is accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums and certified as a Virginia Green attraction, reflecting its conservation and sustainability focus.

If you’ve ever wondered where everyday phrases come from, this Virginia experience will trace their origins and put them in historical context. As you move through the material, you’ll learn about early Virginia patriots who played key roles in “lighting the fires for freedom” — figures that time has largely forgotten. The narrative will connect familiar expressions to the people and events that shaped them. Along the way, you’ll come to realise the chances that were taken by our forefathers when they signed a document declaring our independence. The experience will explain those risks and the local stories behind them, helping you understand how language and action were linked in that era. It will also aim to awaken a renewed patriotic spirit within you, offering a clearer sense of why these individuals matter to history and everyday speech.

In Williamsburg, you will walk a mile-long ghost tour through shadowy streets and along cobblestone paths, led by a seasoned local guide. Along the way you will visit haunted and historic sites such as the iconic Precious Gem and the hauntingly beautiful Bruton Parish Episcopal Church. Your guide will set the scene at each stop and point out details that connect the present streetscape to stories from the past. As you move through Market Square and pause outside the stately Peyton Randolph House, your guide will share spine-chilling accounts of ghostly encounters and eerie events that span centuries. You will hear about past tragedies and dark moments in the town’s history, from murderous madmen to accused witches, and stand on ground where those stories are said to linger. Whether you’re a history buff, a ghost enthusiast, or simply looking for an unusual evening, you will experience a blend of local history and supernatural intrigue that leaves a lasting impression.