Colonial Williamsburg

#1 Colonial Williamsburg According to many, this site is like a Disney theme park for history fanatics. Plus, Colonial Williamsburg's appeal isn't just for kids but also for anyone who feels ... Read more » The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation

#2 Water Country USA If you can stand the large crowds, you should be more than pleased with Water Country USA, say several recent parkgoers. Some of Water Country's popular attractions include Surfer ... Read more » Courtesy Water Country USA

#3 Jamestown You've probably heard the legends of the settlers that first arrived in the spring of 1607; of Captain John Smith's leadership; of Pocahontas' role in smoothing relations between ... Read more » Tony the Misfit / Flickr

#4 Busch Gardens One of the real perks of this theme park, located southeast of Williamsburg, is that it truly does have something for all ages to enjoy. And that's not just ... Read more » Courtesy Busch Gardens in Williamsburg

#5 Jamestown Glasshouse According to the National Park Service, "one of the first English attempts at industrialization and manufacturing in America was glassblowing." This replica of a colonial glasshouse allows visitors to get ... Read more » fotohalo / Getty Images

#6 Williamsburg Premium Outlets When you need a break from the history lessons in Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown, head to these outlets for some modern-day shopping. Housing stores like Nike, Banana Republic, Coach, Gap ... Read more » Westend61 / Getty Images

#7 Williamsburg Winery Though this winery is only 4 miles south of central Williamsburg, travelers describe it as a decent daytrip and a break from the numerous historical sites in town. The 320-acre ... Read more » Courtesy Williamsburg Winery

#8 Yorktown Battlefield With so many spots devoted to Colonial and Revolutionary history in the Williamsburg area, what makes Yorktown Battlefield so special? For starters, it's the site of the 1781 siege ... Read more » aimintag / Getty Images