Jamestown Settlement & Glasshouse - Private Guided Tour

4.6 (18 reviews) 3 hours – 4 h 20 min Free cancellation Private tour

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Replica of the original ship that sailed to Jamestown in 1607 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Enjoy the Jamestown Fort and free scooter rentals — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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 Fort, James River 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 has scooter rental for $15/scooter. For NPS option, wheelchairs are available with notice to guide. Estimated time 3.5-4 hours for Jamestown and Glasshouse and 4.5-5 hours to include NPS.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours – 4 h 20 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Best Williamsburg Tours

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Youth (5–11 years) · Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Snacks
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: For Historic Jamestowne, National Park Service tickets included
Included: Jamestown Settlement (State Museum) Ticket

Not included

Not included: Gratuities for guides (recommended 20% tip, if you enjoy your guide)
Not included: Operating hours for the Jamestown parks are from 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Not included: Jamestown Rediscovery has an additional ticket fee of $15 to walk inside the actual James Fort.

Itinerary

Jamestown Settlement

2 h 30 min Admission included

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.
Jamestown Glasshouse

15 min Admission included

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.
Historic Jamestowne

one hour Admission included

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.

Note: Preservation Virginia tickets are NOT included.

*If a visitor needs a wheelchair, we ask that you notify your guide prior to the tour.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

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.

End 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 points

Williamsburg Inn, An Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel
Griffin Hotel A Colonial Williamsburg Hotel
Colonial Houses, An Official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel
Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph Collection
Hilton Vacation Club The Historic Powhatan Williamsburg
Williamsburg Suites
Holiday Inn & Suites Williamsburg-historic Gateway By IHG
Patrick Henry Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Williamsburg By IHG
Budget Inn Williamsburg
Williamsburg Historic District
Sleep Inn Historic Williamsburg

and 53 more pickup points

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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.

Options

Tour of Jamestown Settlement

Pickup included
NPS with Historic Jamestowne

Add Historic Jamestowne NPS: Tour the Visitor Center of the National Park Service, Tercentennial Monument and option for 1607 Fort and Preservation VA

Duration: 5 hours

Drinks and light snacks

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

This adds about 1.5 hours

Pickup included