Williamsburg, Virginia
The holiday celebrations in Colonial Williamsburg date back to 1936 and range from elegant holiday feasts to breakfast with Santa. The town is splendidly decorated with natural decorations and caroling fills the air.
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Where to Stay:
Hotels:
Ramada 1776 Historic Williamsburg - Located just five miles from Busch Gardens, one mile from the heart of Colonial Williamsburg and one mile from William and Mary, this property is near all the great attractions.
Days Inn Williamsburg Colonial Area - This Chairman's Award–winning hotel is conveniently located near all area attractions, including the widely popular Prime Outlets and the Williamsburg Outlet Mall, as well as Colonial Williamsburg, Bush Gardens and Water Country USA.
Williamsburg Super 8 Colonial - Located in the heart of Colonial Williamsburg near all of the historic sites and the College of William and Mary, the Williamsburg Super 8 Colonial is near shopping centers, theaters, and restaurants, all within walking distance. Busch Gardens and Water Country USA are also close by.
Rentals:
Kings Creek Plantation - Steeped in history, Colonial Williamsburg is only three miles from the modern amenities of King's Creek Plantation. Guests here also visit Jamestown, Busch Gardens, Yorktown, the Williamsburg Winery, Colonial Downs Race Track, and Water Country USA. Deals at Kings Creek — Click here.
Powhatan Plantation - Located only two miles from Colonial Williamsburg, historic 256-acre Powhatan Plantation Resort is highlighted by the restored, furnished Manor House (circa 1735) listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Deals at Powhatan Plantation — Click here.
Wyndham Kingsgate - Wyndham Williamsburg at Kingsgate is just the sort of resort visitors wish for when they explore Colonial America. Spacious units are furnished in the style of the Colonial period, yet resort amenities are refreshingly up to date.
What to do:
• The holiday season celebrations in Colonial Williamsburg dates back to 1936 and range from elegant holiday feasts to breakfast with Santa. The town is splendidly decorated with all natural decorations and the sounds of caroling fill the air. There are special programs through the holiday months, with the Grand Illumination, a celebration including candles, fireworks and live music on an outdoor stage highlighting the holiday season events on Sunday, Dec. 7. The holiday festivities come to a close during the wee hours of the morning on January 1st with the New Year's Eve Gala.
