Williamsburg travel guide
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You're Going to Love Williamsburg
With a population of 14,068, Williamsburg is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Williamsburg to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Williamsburg
If you’re looking for affordable options, Fat Tuna Grille & Oyster House (1433 Richmond Rd) and La Tienda Tapas Bar (1325 Jamestown Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Williamsburg
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Williamsburg in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -1 °C, with an average temperature of 3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 130 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Williamsburg, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.
How to Get to Williamsburg
Plane
Although Williamsburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newport News Intl (PHF), which is located 24 km from Williamsburg.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Williamsburg. The train journey from Williamsburg to Alexandria takes 3h 55m and costs around S$ 35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about S$ 38 for a 5h 13m trip. The train station in Williamsburg is called Williamsburg Transportation Center, and is located 0.5 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Williamsburg is to pick up a car hire from Washington, D.C., which is about 184 km from Williamsburg. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Washington, D.C..
Bus
Williamsburg’s bus station is located 0.5 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Williamsburg
Where to stay in Williamsburg
From 5-star hotels such as the Williamsburg Inn, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel to great affordable options like the Club Wyndham Governor’s Green, Williamsburg offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 235 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 695 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Williamsburg North and Holiday Inn Express Williamsbrg Busch Gardens Area.
Where to stay in popular areas of Williamsburg
Most booked hotels in Williamsburg
Hiring a car in Williamsburg
Expect to pay S$ 1.42 per litre in Williamsburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 16.95 and S$ 22.60. The most frequently booked car type in Williamsburg is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Tesla Model 3 or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.