As a William & Mary student, Colonial Williamsburg is a great place to live. There are so many cool opportunities that simply cannot be found anywhere else. Whether you are currently a student or a visitor, here are some of the most fun things to do in Williamsburg.
1. Take a tour of the Governor’s Palace and Gardens
The Palace Green is my favorite place to study in Colonial Williamsburg because of the hustle and bustle of the colonial-era city center. The Palace itself is beautiful inside and out. You can take a tour alongside a colonial reenactor for a mini history lesson. Afterward, you must go through the maze and gardens modeled after the gardens of Versailles.
2. Walk around the Williamsburg Inn
The Williamsburg Inn is a beautiful 5 star hotel complete with a spa and golf course. Behind the hotel, there is an amazing outdoor patio and bar. The Inn is a great place to go for a bit of sophistication and for great photo opportunities. Just don’t forget to dress appropriately according to the hotel’s dress code.
3. Take a ghost tour
Because of its colonial history, Williamsburg is a very haunted city. A must-do would be to take a ghost tour. You can buy tickets through a variety of different companies, each offering different ghost-tour amenities. If you want to learn more about the specific stories on William & Mary’s campus, the college website even has a page about campus-specific sightings and horror stories.
4. Eat at the Fat Canary or the Blue Talon
The Fat Canary and the Blue Talon are easily the best restaurants in Colonial Williamsburg While eating at one of the colonial taverns is a fun experience, the colonial food simply cannot compare to the amazing quality of these two restaurants. If you want a fancy celebratory dinner, you must eat here. Both restaurants tend to have many reservations, so I recommend booking well in advance. If you want a post dinner wine and cheese course, just head on over to the Cheese Shop afterward.
5. Visit Busch Gardens
As an out of state student, I have never visited Busch Gardens myself; however, some say that Busch Gardens is the best amusement park. The park is just a short drive away from Colonial Williamsburg and is great for children and parents alike. If you need a break from all of the Colonial Williamsburg history lessons, check out Busch Gardens for a fun time.