Location: Smithfield
Top Things to do in Smithfield
What to do and see in Smithfield, Virginia (VA): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Smithfield is a town in Isle of Wight County, in the South Hampton Roads subregion of the Hampton Roads region of Virginia in the United States. The population was 8,089 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Smithfield
1. St. Luke's Historic Church & Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 458 reviews
Visit Virginia's Oldest Church Building & Cemeteries in Smithfield, Virginia. Whether your interest is ancient cemeteries, 17th-century Virginian and Early American History, or architectural history, a visit to the Museum, "The Old Brick Gift Shop", and park and hiking trail is a must thing to do while in the Greater Williamsburg and Coastal Virginia regions. St. Luke's Historic Church & Museum is operated and owned by Historic St. Luke's Restoration, and is a fully-tax deductible, 501(c)3 education-based, non-profit organization.
Reviewed By lanycer
Beautiful church and grounds. Our guide took us on a great tour midway between scheduled tour times and was so well informed. Very well done - if you love history and great stories to trigger your imagination - visit this historic site!
2. Smithfield and Isle of Wight Visitor Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By janea226 - Richmond, United States
Wow! What a gem! Lovely artwork, handmade jewelry, and other items. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Thank you!
3. Windsor Castle Park
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5.0 based on 175 reviews
Reviewed By R7369VZmikeg - Smithfield, United States
Several times a week we walk one of the trails which are well laid out and challenging. Great venue for events, weddings, and sporting activities. Kayak rentals and launching availability, dog park and children’s playground are all features. Just steps from downtown historic Smithfield with shopping and fine restaurants. A prime weekend destination.
4. Isle of Wight County Museum
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4.5 based on 95 reviews
Museum chronicles the history of the Isle of Wight County with a special emphasis on water, ham and agricultural industries. The exhibits include prehistoric fossils, Native American and Colonial artifacts, a turn-of-the-century country store, displays interpreting the Smithfield ham industry and perhaps the museum’s most notable artifact: the world’s oldest, edible cured ham.
Reviewed By dianebS2450BE - Edmonds, United States
Very fun place to visit and lots of interesting things to learn about the County seat. It’s worth the small price of admission and will take about 30 minutes with small kids.
5. Smithfield Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By OBXLOKAL - Manteo, United States
Happened to be visiting for the weekend and after a great breakfast we saw the Farmers Market, great atmosphere, numerous tents with all kinds of stuff for sale. Produce, arts and crafts, bread, meat you name it my friend bought some great looking embroidered towels. Music from a DJ and man I sure was disappointed I'd just had breakfast because there was some BBQ cooking right there that smelled so good. I'll just have to come back!
6. 1750 Isle of Wight Courthouse
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4.5 based on 41 reviews
This building served as Isle of Wight County’s courthouse from 1752 until 1800. Curing this time it was the center of county colonial government. Completed in 1752, it is one of only four remaining arcaded colonial court buildings in Virginia and the only colonial courthouse boasting the distinctive semi-circular apse. In 1799, a clerk’s office was constructed adjacent to the courthouse.
Reviewed By dianebS2450BE - Edmonds, United States
This place is very educational and some good photo ops. Very well displays and volunteer docent was awesome with great stories to tell. Good exhibition.
7. The Christmas Store
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By wxprof - Virginia Beach, United States
This is the best Christmas store EVER! The people are nice, the inventory very complete, and the prices pretty fair. Lots of unusual items and when we were there a lot of Halloween stuff too. Great place!
8. Fort Boykin
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3.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By 328leticiac - Portsmouth, United States
It's important to read the signs at the front entrance that explain everything as there are not really any signs within the fort area itself. There are nice shady trails to walk. Its a great place to picnic or spend a relaxing day at the small beach on the calm James River. There are picnic tables and bbq grills at the front entrance too. Also, it is dog friendly. There are no buildings to see, but it is an interesting place to visit just because of how old it is and to see the earthworks.
9. Fort Huger
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By QueenBee0301 - Chapel Hill, United States
Site has been restored and added signage for tour to understand the historical significance. Worth a visit
