Merchants Square has been a favorite place of mine to shop, dine and recreate for decades. It has…read moreover 40 stores. Recently I had the opportunity to visit the square that's nestled between The College of William & Mary and Colonial Williamsburg. During Christmas is one of my favorite times to visit this area. It was hoping too! Crowds were beginning to arrive in Williamsburg for The Grand Illumination the next day. There was music, and a Christmas spirit in the cool crisp air. I visited a few shops that I had time for that were both favorites and new to me. The Cheese Shop for a snack. This shop has been a place I have frequented for decades, it's awesome and an independent run store like most others. I went to R. Bryant, a men's store. Lulu lemon, Danforth Pewter and a new shop Walkabout Outfitters which is a small chain. It replaced a very well known and established independent store I shopped since early 2000. If you're looking for a unique place to shop, eat and also take in a show at the Kimball Theater then Merchants is the place.

A beautiful American place to visit. Settled near an American college WM. We enjoyed our visit,…read moreplenty on outdoor seating and nice small shops amd bistro. A must place to visit when in Williamsburg.

We are so fortunate to have such an exceptional set of libraries in Williamsburg and James City…read moreCounty. In addition to an outstanding collection of books, the library has a theater that shows both new and old movies for free! The seating is comfortable and the screen is large. I saw Oscar-nominated Past Lives, which attracted a good size audience. It was part of their art house cafe series. There is plenty of two-hour parking onsite as well as across the street in the garage. I'll definitely go back to see more movies.

The Williamsburg Regional Library is a great place to stop by, whether you are a local or if you're…read morevisiting the area. This quaint library offers a children, teens, and adults section, with a recent addition of the Kiwanis Kids idea Studio that offers fun interactives. Look for updates on events that occur throughout the year; there are also rooms you could reserve and request a bookmobile to come to your area. There's plenty of parking, and convenient drive-by book drop-off depots. +friendly staff +plenty of parking

Very cool historic site that has much more to offer than I was able to enjoy in a day. I'm not a…read morehuge historian, but it was quite remarkable to see the part of the country that has been preserved and restored to match the original colonies. We got to see a barrel being made, a cannon being fired (dry fired), a court session, and lots of buildings and other historical items. The person I was with has been here a few times and said they have options to stay on site and also there are several very good places to eat. Would be a great place for the family or yourself if you want a piece of Americas history.

From a historical perspective, this is a great place to visit. (5 Star) But I would have to say I…read morewas very disappointed in the visitor center. There's a lot of space and opportunity and they really miss the mark providing no real historical experience within the center itself. The outside structure of the visitor center is a C at Best. Gutters are falling off flashing is missing tiles need to be replaced. It's very tired compared to the visitor center down at Jamestown. I was disappointed that the plantation exhibit along the walkway looks to be overgrown and not often for public viewing. It used to be such a great experience to show what life was like for slaves and owners. The colonial town and structures were great to visit, but even several of those structures need more care... gardens and landscaping are mostly weeds and unkept. I would've thought the location would be in pristine condition. Getting ready to celebrate 250 years. (2 Star)

This review is a bit through my sons eyes. However I did pick him up and dropped him off from the…read moreTransportation Station in Williamsburg. The station is located just blocks from the campus of William & Mary. Ample parking is provided and the lot was clean. The building is fitting for the area but seemed nondescript with small signage on the building. Mask are required inside regardless of vaccination status. Tickets can be purchased inside. The Men's restroom was functional and clean. I purchased my sons tickets online which was an easy to use system. Major credit cards are accepted. An email confirmation was generated immediately. The train arrived around 5 minutes late, not bad. My son rode coach for $27 from DC. Quite the bargain. He described the trip as comfortable and similar to a bus or plane with more leg room and better seating. The timing was approximately 3.5 which is slower than driving in perfect conditions which never occurs in NOVA. The return was less than 10 minutes late and quite crowded with some passengers traveling as far as Philly. My son will schedule to use them again some time in 2022. By the way, if your wondering if the conductor yells ALL ABOARD when arriving they do. Just like the movies.

* Train got delayed for 2.5 hours in DC Union station, no apology…read more* Website messed up their ETA status twice, had to pay to cancel scheduled ride home That was my first and and last time using Amtrak.

They were a life saver. We used this company last week during the snow storm because my husband and…read moreI were worried about driving in the snow, being from eastern NC we don't have a lot of practice. When we arrived they were so nice even though it was freezing. They loaded up all our luggage for us and the van driver was really nice and got us where we needed to be safely. Then our cruise got extended due to the port closing. Asphalt lots posted on Facebook within 10 minutes of us on the boat receiving the news of the port closing stating they was no need to worry they would hold our vehicles the extra day for no extra cost and would be there to pick us up when we port. We finally got off the boat and I was concerned it was going to be awhile before they picked us up due to the amount of people and the freezing temperatures but they were there waiting with three vehicles ready to get us. I can't recommend this place enough and I will use them every time I cruise out of Norfolk.

If your time is more valuable than money, this is your place. We waited over 90 minutes to get…read moreshuttle to and from port each way. Waited in a Hot parking garage on the way and in the sun on the way back. I would pay the extra $20-$30 for week long parking closer to the ship then wait in long lines again. The parking facility is also a 20 minute shuttle ride each way. Never again will I start and end my cruise in long lines.

I needed a new battery pretty quickly. Shawn and Cole went above and beyond to make sure I had…read morewhat i needed and at the best price. Helped me out with removing and cleaning the terminal. i really appreciated their help!

My significant other always comes here and sent me over for a simple windshield wiper blade…read morereplacement. I am not savvy with anything car-related and 1) Anthony was incredibly helpful sorting me out and installing 2) the place is just plain "nice"- clean and friendly atmosphere in addition to the stellar service.

Life is slower when traveling by the Jamestown Scotland Ferry, and it's so much fun!…read more To go across the James River, you can fight traffic on I-64, or sit back and let the ferry captain do the driving. The ferry crosses the James River from either Jamestown or Scotland/Surry. The pleasant (about) 15-minute ride allows you to park your car on the ship and walk the decks to see seagulls or osprey flying by, water lapping the sides, and the oh so gorgeous view. The ferry has an upper viewing deck too, as well as restrooms. The ride is free and runs often at least twice an hour. Check their website for the schedule. Occasionally you may be randomly selected for a car check by security before boarding. This is done on the car with mirrors, but they check your trunk. It's pretty quick. Enjoy!

BEST EXPERIENCE EVER! Love it my first time going on a ferry it is beautiful peaceful and you on an…read moreisland it is so beautiful! Plus you eat at Virginia diner that was on dinners drivers dives food network it is awesome best food ever! Plus shopping and restaurants and absolutely breathtaking and amazing come here see it for your self it is unbelievable I came down here to celebrate Easter with my family and plus it is so exciting fun and wonderful I am definitely coming down here again and doing this plus you don't get sea sickness and the sites are beautiful and historic so much history the ferry's are named after historic famous legends! Love it so much! They are amazing awesome the workers that work the ferry make you give them so credit and tips they need it and loving passionate it! Happy Easter everyone!