Our family had a fantastic sail on the Alliance II. The schooner was in great shape with plenty of…read moreseating, and the crew were knowledgeable. Captain and crew made everyone welcome and went above beyond to assist guests. The 2 hour sunset sail was beautiful and it's a great location to view from the water. I also want to thank Yorktown Charters for accommodating a change in our cruise date. We originally had scheduled a cruise in July but had to cancel at the last minute due to an unexpected illness. Without asking, The company converted our reservation to a gift certificate that we were able to use for a future booking. So grateful we were able to reschedule for this weekend. Class A organization!

We had a wonderful sunset cruise! The crew was extremely personable and knowledgeable! Highly…read morerecommend!

Coleman Bridge carries US-17 from Gloucester Point to Yorktown and the greater Virginia Beach metro…read morearea. Crossing the York River you leave one peninsula for another. Supposedly this is the only public crossing of the river. I honestly thought this was a drawbridge when I was crossing it but come to find out it is a double swing bridge. Very interesting when you think about it. As the bridge looks unassuming when you approach. It was a toll bridge in the past, twice. Once rebuilt and bonds paid off, the toll was lifted. It is now free to cross and makes for a quick passage into the area and heading out of the area.

You can't miss this toll bridge if you're driving to Yorktown beach! It spans across the York…read moreRiver connecting Yorktown to the Gloucester Peninsula. This swing bridge is about 3/4 of a mile long and had four lanes making it slightly vexing for lily-livered drivers like me. Have I mentioned I hate crossing bridges? It's claim to fame is that it's the largest double swing-span bridge in the U.S. and is the second largest of its kind in the world! Not bad for a little historic town in Virginia. It was named after George Coleman, head of the Dept. of Highways and Transportation in the early 1900's. There is a bicycle lane crossing if you're courageous enough to brave the traffic! And if you are one of those noble souls, you have my full "support"!

We didn't book our sunset charter in time and it was raining off and on - we thought a good view of…read morethe sunset was not in the cards for us tonight. We opted instead to take the scenic Colonial Parkway drive and perhaps catch some views over the river. We lucked out and found a free ferry that crossed the river just as the sun was setting. The storm couldn't hold back the sunset no matter how hard it tried and the ferry offered us the best views. In the end we got our sunset cruise and it didn't cost us a cent.

Getting on the ferry and off was easy and fast. More than enough space for all the cars. Didn't…read morehave to wait long and the ride was enough time to explore and take in the sights walking around and exploring the viewing deck.

I had a great time with the guys that work on here. I did write a review about them in their site…read more I can't remember their names at this point but they made great drinks and were very pleasant to talk with. I'm sure their job can be trying at times. But I definitely had a great one. As did my husband and daughter. Thank you!

I rode the Elizabeth River Ferry from Chesapeake to the Water District in Norfolk. It was February…read moreso it was chilly and windy but sunny and beautiful. We rode up top on the way over and sat inside on the way back. The cost was $2 round trip and we found free street parking in Chesapeake. There was a sign posted advising customers to wait to walk down the ramp until everyone got off the boat. I handed my ticket to someone just inside the boat. They scanned it and gave it back to me as it's needed for your return trip. We walked upstairs and enjoyed the sites of the bay as we traveled across the water.

Have Exact fare, or get a pass Round trip, day pass…read moreVarious discounts. Check the board and have yo money right!!!

Pleasant little ferry that hits up the Norfolk inlet, then two spots a dozen blocks from one…read moreanother on the Portsmouth coast. The fare is $1.50, cash only and exact change necessary. Note that this isn't a car ferry, just a people one! The signage to get on board wasn't so clear in the dark, when we rode it. If you're worried about making it, you might want to ask someone around where the ferry docks up, because you'll only have a few minutes to hop aboard. There are two levels to the boat, an enclosed one on the main deck and an upper deck that's rather exposed to the elements; beware if it's wet or windy outside. This is not a fast ferry, so you'll have to hunker down, especially when crossing the Elizabeth. There was a pretty big crowd late into the weeknight evening when we rode, and I can imagine the latest shifts not feeling all that safe if you're all alone. Travel with a buddy just in case!

We booked a late morning private cruise for the Colonial Heritage Garden Club, and all 26 of us had…read morea wonderful time! Captain Corey took us behind Jamestown Island where we saw several great blue herons, ospreys, ducks, eagles, and other wild life. We highly recommend this fun and relaxing adventure.

The sunset cruise was wonderful Captain Cory was funny and…read moreknowledgeable Great views of the settlement and James River We will definitely be going on another cruise

We had a wonderful experience on the Jamestown discovery boat tour. Captain Corey and First made…read moreWilliam made our ride very smooth. The seats were comfortable, and there was a nice little tray that folded down where we could set our beverages and our phones. Captain Corey was a wealth of information and he made the experience very interactive. It was incredible to get to see history from this different angle. It was obvious that Captain Corey loves what he does. And is very natural on the water. He worked very hard to help us to see wildlife as well. We even got to see a bald eagle! I learned a lot during that one hour ride, and would certainly recommend as well as come back again! If you want to learn more about the Jamestown settlement and the island, this is definitely worth booking a ride.

Great sunset tour on the James River! Our party of 10 friends had a really enjoyable sunset tour…read morewith Captain Corey and William this past week. The boat is clean with comfortable seat cushions and pop-up tables in each row for drinks and snacks, which you may bring on board. We enjoyed the wine and baked goods we brought with us. The ride is mostly pretty smooth since the boat is a pontoon boat. We had a short period of time with some rocking while watching the sun set, but it didn't last long. Captain Corey's commentary about the James River and Jamestown Island was fun and interesting. We saw wildlife such as eagles and great blue herons. When the boat was out on the James River, we saw the Jamestown-Surry Ferry. We then went close to the recreated ships at Jamestown Settlement. The sunset on the James is spectacular. Though we had some clouds, it was still lovely. As the sun sets, they play music, which adds to your enjoyment. The tour lasted an hour. I highly recommend for a couple, a family, and a group of friends!

Easy online booking using credit/debit. Excellent customer service follow up to confirm after…read moreonline booking. Safe and secured parking lot right near the dock. Happy, friendly and funny boat Captain and crew which made for an enjoyable ride to Tangier Island. I definitely recommend this business to anyone looking for a wonderful day adventure! Thank you!

We took the Steven Thomas to Tangier island. The staff was…read morevery welcoming. A guy named Noah was very friendly and helpful. On the trip over some dolphins were swimming beside us. The captain was announcing various sights to see as we progressed out into the bay towards our destination. A wonderful nautical experience.

Wow, wow, WOW! What a fascinating place! So much history!…read more My friend and I went for a ghost tour on a Saturday night. The woman who ran our tour is named Sarah and she is a direct descendant of one of the original families that lived there. Also assisting with the tour was a man named Kenny from a paranormal research group in Richmond. Kenny considers himself a sceptic. His organization (I can't remember the name), works to document data, analyze the data, and try to come up with a scientific reason for the "paranormal" incidents. Both Sarah and Kenny have LOADS of knowledge! They shared a lot of history and stories with our small group. They also provided K2 meters that detect energy fluctuations. The stories were absolutely fascinating, first-hand, and some very recent (including with Kenny the sceptic). While we were finishing our tour, we heard a loud thunk on the wooden floor of the landing where we were, as if it had been struck with a boot or solid-heeled shoe. Then the floor was vibrating in a progressing manner as if someone was walking across the floor. One of the light-up cat toy balls on the floor was lighting up like crazy and several of the K2 meters were lighting up. So how about that?! A tour WITH paranormal activity! What a fun experience! I cannot wait to go back!

Great guided tour with a lot of history provided. The property and castle is under restoration. I…read morelove American history.

We got a tour hoping to beat a rainstorm that was coming in. Unfortunately, we didn't. The captain…read moredid a great job in steering us back to the marina and shared great information while we waited for the storm to pass. It didn't but they got us safely back to the launch. Crew was informative and customer focused. Hope to see the whole tour sometime.

Finally got to experience the Riverfront Canal Cruise for the first time for my birthday! It was a…read morereally fun time and I found the seats to be surprisingly comfy. Our cruise was quite full, so I would recommend getting their around 20 minutes early if you have a preference of where you sit. The ticket prices felt very fair as they were about $15 each for a 45 minute ride. It is in the heart of downtown so its mainly street parking, there is a paid lot slightly further down that is 12 dollars for the day. The cruise itself is fun as you float down the canal and learn more about the history in the area. We went around 3pm which was the perfect time as it wasn't too hot but still sunny enough to enjoy. While I had a great time, I think it was more so a novel experience. The ride felt a bit short with the sights remaining quite consistent since the canal is small/short. I don't think I would do it again as it would feel repetitive, but for the first time canal cruiser I think they would have a great time!