Jamestown Settlement & Glasshouse - Private Guided Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Private guided tour of the Jamestown Settlement. This exclusive tour (only your family/group) includes an in-depth learning experience about the beginning of our oldest, permanent English colony that begins with exploring replicas of the ships that arrived in 1607, the re-created Paspahegh town, the James Fort reflecting the outpost in 1610-1614 and the museum with spectacular artifacts, replicas of 17th Century homes and more. There is an option (for a fee) to tour Historic Jamestowne, actual site of the Jamestown Fort, including the NPS Visitor Center, views of the James River, Fort and Tercentennial Monument that stands 104 feet tall. The monument was installed in 1907 commemorating the 300th anniversary of the Jamestown Colony. This trip may be customized for handicapped patrons as the state park includes free scooters first come, first serve. For NPS option, wheelchairs are available with notice to guide. Estimated time 3-4 hours. NOTE:SPANISH SPEAKING GUIDES AVAILABLE WITH NOTICE

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

If you would like to drive and meet your guide, please meet in the lobby of the Jamestown Settlement, 2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185. The Jamestown Settlement opens at 9:00AM and closes at 5:00PM.

Pickup Information

Please contact us as soon as possible if you need us to pick you up in the Williamsburg area. We pick up within 5 km (3.1 miles) of Colonial Williamsburg. If you have your own vehicle and would like to meet us at the state museum, Jamestown Settlement (2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185), we can also meet you and your group there. Remember the address if we meet you and your group is 2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185. The Jamestown Settlement's hours are 9:00AM to 5:00PM.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Jamestown Settlement
Visit the Jamestown Settlement that recreates the 17th Century Virginia history and culture, including replicas of some of the first ships (Godspeed and Discovery (the Susan Constant is being repaired, but the museum has a replica of her 'tween deck occupied by approximately 54 passengers)), the life-size recreations of the Paspahegh (Native American) Town, life-size Jamestown fort of 1610-1614 and the many gallery exhibits and introduction film. Usually, we eat lunch after touring this museum.
Duration: 150 mins
2. Jamestown Glasshouse
Option to tour the Jamestown Glasshouse of 1608 to observe and learn about glass blowing, the first experimental trade in America. The Glasshouse also has an amazing gift shop of Jamestown glass.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Historic Jamestowne
For an additional fee (which is show as an additional tour option at checkout) you can add the option for a private tour of Historic Jamestowne (the actual site of the Jamestown Fort) with a National Park Service Commercial Use Authorized (CUA) guide including the Historic Jamestown Visitor Center, the Tercentennial Monument and views of the Jamestown Fort. Finally, the NPS requires your CUA guide to have an Acknowledgment of Risk form filled out. *If a visitor needs a wheelchair, we ask that you notify your guide prior to the tour.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Bottled water

Snacks

In-vehicle air conditioning

For Historic Jamestowne, National Park Service tickets included

Jamestown Settlement (State Museum) Ticket

Exclusion

Gratuities for guides (recommended 20% tip, if you enjoy your guide)

Operating hours for the Jamestown parks are from 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Jamestown Rediscovery has an additional ticket fee of $15 to walk inside the actual James Fort.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Remaining time will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions

Important Note: We kindly ask the travelers who will join this experience with an infant to bring their own infant seat for the vehicle.

Supplied by Best Williamsburg Tours

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