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Where Hospitality is a Matter of Pride

Attractions and Things to Do near Us

Enjoy everything that the Williamsburg area has to offer, during your stay at The Williamsburg Sampler. Our B&B is treasure filled and very welcoming. Stroll through the William & Mary campus on the way to Merchants Square and the historic Williamsburg outdoor living museum all within walking distance. A short car ride will find a wealth of American history, scenic drives, world-class golf courses, and even theme parks. Whether you are shopping one of the quaint shops along the way or grabbing a beverage from one of the many restaurants, you will be immersing yourself in the culture and history that makes Williamsburg a unique vacation destination.

Local Dining

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The Blue Talon – Casual French Bistro with a welcoming attitude
Fat Canary – Williamsburg “best somewhat formal” Restaurant
The Cheese Shop – Known around the world for great sandwiches and, of course, cheese
Amber Ox – Local Brewery with Great Food and Seasonal Brews
Precarious Beer Project – Beer Hall & Taco Truck
Illy Caffé – Italian Coffee Shop and Pastry Shop
Black Bird Bakery – Bakery Treats & Fresh Bread

Attractions & Shopping

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Colonial Williamsburg Historic Living Museum
Jamestown Settlement & Jamestown Island – America’s First Permanent Settlement
Yorktown’s American Revolutionary Museum – Site of the Siege of Yorktown and General Cornwallis’s surrender to General George Washington
William & Mary – Second oldest institution of higher education, founded by King William III and Queen Mary II
Ripley’s Believe It or Not – Museum of the Fun and the Odd
Busch Gardens – European-themed adventure park filled with award-winning gardens and world-class rollercoaster
Williamsburg Premium Outlet Mall – Top-Rated Outlet Mall in the country
The Velvet Shoestring– Awesome Consignment Shop
Williamsburg Antique Mall – Lose yourself exploring historic knickknacks

Get Outdoors

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Go Ape Ropes Course – Outdoor adventure about the treetops
Golf – Williamsburg is abundant with golf courses including the Kingsmill Championship Course and Colonial Williamsburg Golf Course
Waller Mill Park – 2705-acre park created around a reservoir with a variety of water sports, fishing, hiking and picnicking.
Go-Karts Plus – Speed…need we say more

Breweries & Wineries

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What Our Guests are Saying:

“Inn Of The Year In The Commonwealth Of Virginia,” the Governor stated “I call its significance to the attention of all our citizens.”
Officially proclaimed by Virginia’s Governor