Free & Cheap Things to Do in Williamsburg, VA

  • The list below includes 87 free or cheap things to do in or near Williamsburg, Virginia, including 79 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Art Museum, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From William & Mary College to York River State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Williamsburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport News, Yorktown, Smithfield and Hampton.
  • The list below includes 87 free or cheap things to do in or near Williamsburg, Virginia, including 79 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Art Museum, Bowling and Mini Golf.
  • From William & Mary College to York River State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Williamsburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport News, Yorktown, Smithfield and Hampton.
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17.0 Miles
53% 17 votes
Walking Tours 7410 Fort Boykin Trail, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
The historic Fort Boykin is a fort that dates back to the Revolutionary War and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The fort is home to Virginia's second oldest black walnut tree.
17.2 Miles
48% 21 votes
Movie Theaters 100 Regal Way, Newport News, VA 23602 MoreLess Info
At Regal Kiln Creek Stadium 20, visitors can see the latest films in stadium seating auditoriums. The theater accepts both print-at-home tickets, as well as mobile tickets at the ticket kiosk.
17.7 Miles
49% 41 votes
Historic Sites 14501 John Tyler Highway, Charles City, VA 23226 MoreLess Info
Serving as the home of President John Tyler from 1842 until his death, the Sherwood Forest Plantation is considered a national historic landmark. The house and grounds are open daily for self-guided tours.
18.6 Miles
92% 537 votes
Natural History Museums 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601 MoreLess Info
Living exhibits are kept within the Virginia Living Museum to depict the natural history of the state. All ecosystems of the state from the mountains to the marshes to the sea are covered by the animal exhibits, and guests can also view the Virginia skys at the observatory and planetarium.
19.1 Miles
98% 2290 votes
Specialty Museums 100 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA 23606 MoreLess Info
Over 60,000 square feet of gallery space composes the Mariner's Museum. Rare figureheads, handcrafted ship models, paintings, and artifacts from the Civil War ironclad called the USS Monitor form the heart of the museum's collections.
19.1 Miles
100% 62 votes
Specialty Museums 100 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA MoreLess Info
Located within the Mariner's Museum is the USS Monitor Center. The exhibit is composed of interactive displays and historical artifacts to help guests experience the history surrounding the ironclad and the people who were involved.
19.1 Miles
97% 170 votes
Walking Trails 100 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA MoreLess Info
Spread over five miles, the Noland Trail follows closely to the shoreline of Lake Maury. The trail is part of the Mariner's Museum Park and has 14 bridges, benches, and picnic areas.
19.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Historic Sites 12104 Wayanoke Road, Charles City, VA 23030 MoreLess Info
Kittiewan Plantation overlooks Kittiewan Creek and the James River. The plantation is a working farm with a museum that houses various memorabilia including the collections of an extensive set of 19th and 20th century kitchen and food preparation items.
19.2 Miles
81% 32 votes
Art Museum 101 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA 23606 MoreLess Info
The visual arts are put on display through many exhibitions at the Peninsula Fine Arts Center. Education is also a high priority through events, programs, and classes for both children and adults.
20.4 Miles
96% 57 votes
History Museums 103 Main Street, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
The past of Isle of Wight County is chronicled within the Isle of Wight County Museum. Most of the collection centers around the ham, agricultural, and water industries of the area, but there are also prehistoric fossils and Native American artifacts.
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