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Colonial National Historical Park

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Colonial National Historical Park in Virginia preserves significant sites from early American history, including the Jamestown Settlement and the Yorktown Battlefield. Visitors come to reflect on the events that shaped the nation, with opportunities to explore the landscapes where pivotal battles took place.

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The park serves as a reminder of the struggles and triumphs of the American Revolution. It offers educational programs and guided tours, allowing travelers to engage with the past in a meaningful way.

In pictures

Bikers at Entrance to Historic Jamestowne Tour Road
Bikers at Entrance to Historic Jamestowne Tour Road

Things to do

Drive the Red Route of the Yorktown Battlefield Auto Tour
30-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Open year round until sunset, the Yorktown Battlefield Red Route Auto Tour is a 7 mile drive that takes visito...
Drive the Yellow Route of the Yorktown Battlefield Auto Tour
30-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Open year round until sunset, the optional Yorktown Battlefield Yellow Route Auto Tour is a 9 mile drive that...
Glasshouse Ruins
30-45 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Site of the original glassworks. Site is self guiding with waysides and items to see within the building.
Island Loop Drive
30-45 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Jamestown has a one-way three/five mile scenic loop drive of the Island. This loop drive is open to pedestrian...
Glasshouse
45-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Visitors can see the remains of the original furnaces used by those early glassblowers and watch as modern gla...
Walk Main Street in Yorktown
30-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Historic Yorktown is available year round. The Nelson House is open as staffing permits. There are information...
Birding
Winter/Spring

The park's location along the Atlantic flyway affords visitors the opportunity to see wintering, migratory, an...
Colonial Parkway
60-110 Minutes · Winter/Spring

The Colonial Parkway is a scenic roadway stretching from the York River at Yorktown to the James River at Jame...

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At a glance

Established
1936
Open
Daily 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Price
Per Person $15
Accessibility
wheelchair accessible
Address
1000 Colonial Parkway, Yorktown, VA 23690
Opening hours
Daily 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Phone
7578982410
Price
~$15
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Expect long queues during weekends and holidays.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the entrance.
Plan to spend at least half a day to explore the main sites.
Dress for the weather, as much of the park is outdoors.

Photo: NPS Photo