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.

We could not board the bus because there were no handicap-accessible seats available. This was very…read morefrustrating and disappointing. Accessible seating is crucial for many passengers and is required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We expected the bus company to do a better job of accommodating riders with disabilities, but instead we were left behind without a good solution. The bus driver didn't even ask anyone to move. This experience made us feel that accessibility was not being taken seriously. I hope the company improves its planning, communication, and availability of ADA-accessible seating so passengers who need these accommodations can travel without facing unnecessary barriers or inconvenience.

I find the buses clean, on time..courteous drivers, better than other places//,,,should run more…read moreoften

Highly recommend BWT! Everything about our Yorktown Tour experience was exceptional. Booking was…read moresimple, logistical communications were prompt and clear. Bambi picked us up at Williamsburg Inn, asked about our preferences and then filled the day with interesting historical references and stories. She used a voice amplifier to ensure all passengers could hear clearly along the route and offered us snacks and drinks. Bambi was very knowledgeable about all topics and complimentary of the interpreters from the sites we visited. She provided detail accounts on all aspects of the time from land formation, battles, troop movements and daily life. Her passion, breadth and depth of knowledge made for a very educational and enjoyable day. We highly recommend BWT!

From the owner: Best Williamsburg Tours brings past and present Virginia history to life through walking, driving…read moreand kayaking tours. Travel back in time to walk in the footsteps of American Indians and Colonists at Jamestown, raise our voices for liberty in Colonial Williamsburg and march into Historic Yorktown during the Revolutionary War. We offer private and group tours as well as step on and step off services for large groups. Our local, certified guides are in the top 2% and have our CUA permit for tours of Historic Jamestowne and Yorktown Battlefield.

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!

This was just the funnest experience! The pier where the boost was docked was just lovely. The…read moreguide for the trip was friendly and funny and the scenic hour went too fast. We had a wonderful boat load of people and it helped that the guide engaged us all on several occasions, giving us the opportunity to get to know one another. We would definitely do it again.

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.

Colonial Williamsburg should be so much easier to visit than it is…read more We visited as a family and were really looking forward to the experience, but left disappointed largely because the wayfinding is so poor. The printed map is surprisingly difficult to use, directional signage is inadequate, and it is often unnecessarily hard to work out where you are and how to get to the next attraction or program. And it wasn't just us. I lost count of how many visitors we saw standing staring at maps, apparently trying to figure out where to go next. This was especially frustrating because someone in our party has limited mobility following recent surgery. Walking several hundred yards in the wrong direction isn't just an inconvenience in that situation. In 2026, a major attraction covering an area this large should have proper smartphone navigation. You should be able to select "Governor's Palace," a particular program, restaurant, restroom, or bus stop and get GPS walking directions from your current location, along with distance, accessibility information, and estimated walking time. Better physical directional signs are badly needed as well. There is so much history here and clearly an enormous amount of work goes into preserving and interpreting it. The problem is finding it. Colonial Williamsburg could be a wonderful visitor experience. Unfortunately, today we spent far too much time trying to figure out where we were and where we were supposed to go. This is a very fixable problem, and I hope they fix it.

Took the historical tour on Feb. 20 and was taken by the professionalism of the guide and his…read moreknowledge of the Jamestown and Yorktown areas. The tour bus pulled up and the guide greeted everyone on board and let us know where we would be going and what we would be seeing. He also had handouts which identified the areas we would be seeing. During the tour the guide went into specifics of when significant events happened during the historical time periods. The tour was comfortable and had background music playing to accompany the guide. There were plenty of opportunities to stop for restroom breaks and we were also asked if anyone needed to stop. Overall the tour went by very quickly, did not seem like 3 hours had past. I would recommend this tour, should also mention that the guide was pointing out museums and restaurants to visit.

From the owner: Explorer Tours provides two different tours at the moment. One is a guided tour of Jamestown,…read moreWilliamsburg, and Yorktown better known as the Historic Triangle. Our other tour is visiting local craft breweries where you get to experience their beer on us! Both tours are on luxury buses with the most knowledgeable and friendly team in the Triangle.

A great experience. We met Mike right on time and he walked each one of us through "how to ride,…read moreturn and stop". We felt confident heading out. He was in the lead and our helmets were equipped with microphones and ear pieces so we could communicate. It was a great hour going on a paved trail through marsh and meadow. All four of us are seniors and felt very safe.

From the owner: Join us on a tour around historic landmarks in Williamsburg, Jamestown, and surrounding areas! As…read moreyou glide along scenic routes, you'll come across some of the city's most popular attractions, parks, and restaurants.

So glad we found Mike Descher to take photos of my daughter in her W&M graduation regalia. The…read morephotos, taken at various iconic spots on the W&M campus, were great and we are thrilled at the good quality of the photos. Mike is professional, very pleasant, and easy to work with. His prices are excellent; particularly in comparison with some of the other Williamsburg photographers who I thought were overpriced. He did not rush us through the 2 hour session and we were able to go to all the campus sites we wanted. We had him print the images and he did a great job with that as well. Recommend him highly.