Family vacations in Virginia take you back in time to the first English settlers in America. Discover America's roots in idyllic villages, or embark on adventures in the great outdoors and voyages at sea. Discover the foodie mecca of Richmond and the history of Colonial Williamsburg before diving into coastal recreation and conquering the Appalachian Trail.
Visit Virginia for colonial history and majestic mountains
Discover the essence of the south in Virgina. Richmond was the capital of the Commonwealth of Virgina and the Confederacy during the Civil War. Heritage clings to Richmond's streets, which are named after Confederate generals. A bustling creative community has commandeered the banks of the James River.
The colonial highlight of Virginia family vacations is Williamsburg. Children are entranced by the sheer scale of Colonial Williamsburg, one of the world's most comprehensive living history museums. England's largest 18th-century colony in the New World is brought to vibrant life across a 301-acre historical recreation. Your family will be fascinated by traditional taverns, speeches by Thomas Jefferson, and discussions of African-American, Native American, and women's rights.
Virginia family vacations are sure to involve a trip to the 35-mile long golden sand Virgina Beach. All manner of water sports excite visitors of these sparkling shores. Stroll along Virgina Beach's three-mile promenade, ice cream in hand, or take the kids to adventure playgrounds in leafy coastal parks. Family vacations in Virginia are all about adventures around Roanoke.
Located on the Appalachian Trail, it is the perfect base for outdoorsy hikes amidst scenic vistas and horseback rides along resplendent trails. Hole up in town and enjoy its contemporary art scene and slew of superb craft breweries. Family weekend getaways in Virginia would be incomplete without popping into the astounding Mariners' Museum in Newport News. Interactive exhibits and scavenger hunts entertain your whole family in exploring this tribute to voyages by sea.
