Location: Yorktown
Top Things to do in Yorktown
Things to do in Yorktown, Virginia (VA): The Best Outdoor Activities
On October 19, 1781, in Yorktown, Virginia, the British forces surrendered to George Washington, effectively ending the Revolutionary War and ushering in the early days of the United States. Learn more about the Siege of Yorktown at the Yorktown Victory Center, a museum located at Yorktown Battlefield National Park. Yorktown is part of "America's Historic Triangle," along with the nearby colonial towns of Jamestown and Williamsburg, an area aimed at allowing visitors to interact with the past.
Restaurants in Yorktown
1. Patriot Tours & Provisions
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 590 reviews
Offering 1-hour and 2-hour guided Segway tours in historic Yorktown daily! Bike rentals and kayak & paddle board rentals are available in Yorktown for a self-guided experience. We offer a great selection of kites, flags, and fun beach toys in our souvenir and gift shop! Stop in and sign up, call, or book online.
2. Yorktown Sailing Charters
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,126 reviews
2 hour cruises on the York River aboard the Schooner Alliance. Sailing from Historic Yorktown's Riverwalk Landing April to November.
3. Yorktown Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 435 reviews
Reviewed By DannyWasserman - Virginia Beach, United States
Excellent Small beach overlooking the York River !! There is a small community beach for fishing , walking, beaching, or just taking in the sights and sounds of the crashing beach. It is near the Coleman Bridge and there are shoppes to peruse and enjoy the local vibe.
4. Colonial Parkway
5. Schooner Alliance
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
2 hour cruises on the York River aboard the Schooner Alliance. Sailing from Historic Yorktown's Riverwalk Landing April to November.
6. Blake Hampton
Cornfed sportfishing is a inshore/ nearshore charter business upon the chesapeke bay and Atlantic ocean, we offer an array of activities from catching the fish of a lifetime or a simple sunset cruise.
