Historic Jamestowne
Williamsburg, VA
The site of the 1607 English settlement on Jamestown Island, where archaeologists still dig the fort and a museum displays their finds. Park entrance fee; a loop drive around the island passes marsh and forest.
- Nearest town
- Williamsburg, VA
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 37.2096, -76.7776
- Editor's pick
- ★
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and November. Hot in July. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Newport News Park campground - A LoopCampsite12 mi from Historic JamestowneTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Youth Group Site ICampsite12 mi from Historic JamestowneTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Newport News Park campground - B LoopCampsite12 mi from Historic JamestowneTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Youth Group Site IICampsite13 mi from Historic JamestowneTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Newport News Park campground - D LoopCampsite13 mi from Historic JamestowneTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Isle of Wight Family CampgroundCampsite21 mi from Historic JamestowneTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowed
All campsites in Virginia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Historic Jamestowne?
Historic Jamestowne is in Williamsburg, VA, at GPS 37.2096, -76.7776. It is about 37 mi from Norfolk.
Can you camp near Historic Jamestowne?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Site 2, about 6 mi away; within 25 mi there are 31 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Historic Jamestowne?
Historic Jamestowne is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Virginia’s Historic Triangle: Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown.
What is there to see near Historic Jamestowne?
Places worth a stop nearby: Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area (6 mi), Yorktown Battlefield (15 mi), Fort Monroe National Monument (30 mi) and Kiptopeke State Park (44 mi).
When is the best time to visit Historic Jamestowne?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)