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Welcome to Williamsburg!
Come visit where America began and History lives, even today! Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown make up the Historic Triangle of Virginia and are also well represented by world-class accommodations, attractions, restaurants, and golf. The beautiful city of Williamsburg is a family destination significant for much more than just its' prestigious historical past.
Some of the top choices for visitors around the city include:
Busch Gardens Williamsburg Busch Gardens Boulevard, Williamsburg, VA 23185 +1 757-253-3350, +1 800-343-7946 Busch Gardens Europe, formerly known as Busch Gardens Williamsburg, opened on May 5, 1975, and has a European theme. The park was originally tagged "The Old Country". Attractions at this park include Curse of DarKastle, Alpengeist, Escape from Pompeii, Apollo's Chariot, Loch Ness Monster, Big Bad Wolf, and, new for 2007, Griffon. The new coaster has bragging rights in that it is the tallest dive coaster in the world. The park is divided into seven sections, each themed to a different European country.
Water Country USA Williamsburg, VA +1 757-5253-3350, +1 800-343-SWIM Mid-Atlantic's largest water park offers live entertainment, shops and restaurants, water rides, and other attractions, all of which have a 1950s or 1960s surf theme. It is owned by Busch Entertainment Corporation (BEC), the family entertainment division of Anheuser-Busch. The park is just a few miles away from Busch Gardens Europe, with which it shares clientele. Multi-park passes are available, and a parking pass at Water Country USA is valid for same-day entry to Busch Gardens Europe.
Jamestown Settlement Route 31 South Williamsburg, VA 23187 +1 757 253 4838 / +1 888 593 4682 The Jamestown Settlement was one of the first English settlements in North America. Named for King James I of England, Jamestown was founded in the Virginia Colony on May 14, 1607. In modern times, "Jamestown Settlement" is also a promotional name used by the Commonwealth of Virginia's portion of the historical attractions at Jamestown. It is adjacent and complementary to the Historic Jamestown attraction at Jamestown Island.
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