
Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour
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Is Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour worth booking?
Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour is a 6-hour experience in Williamsburg, United States, from $395 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $395 per person
This is my favorite tour - I pick up from your Williamsburg hotel to visit Berkeley, Westover and Sherwood Forest Plantations. Berkeley’s 1726 Georgian mansion is the birthplace of Benjamin Harrison V, signer of the De
What you get
About this experience
This is my favorite tour - I pick up from your Williamsburg hotel to visit Berkeley, Westover and Sherwood Forest Plantations. Berkeley’s 1726 Georgian mansion is the birthplace of Benjamin Harrison V, signer of the Declaration of Independence, and also the birthplace of William Henry Harrison, 9th U.S. President, and his grandson, Benjamin Harrison, 23rd U.S. President. During the Civil War, Berkeley was occupied by General McClellan’s troops. While at Berkeley, General Butterfield composed the familiar tune “Taps”, played by his bugler. We will explore the Native American, Colonial and Civil War artifacts, along with historical paintings and exhibits in the 18th century basement museum. At Westover, we tour the grounds of this beautiful Georgian mansion, its amazing gardens and secondary buildings. At Sherwood Forest, we tour the grounds of our 10th U.S. President, John Tyler's home, the longest frame house in America. If scheduling in advance, we can request an interior tour.
What's included
Included
- Tickets for the first floor of the main house of Berkeley Plantation
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Tickets - with advance notice (72 hours) of interior of Sherwood Forest (it's beautiful)
Not included
- Lunch
- Dinner
What you'll see and do
Berkeley Plantation
This private tour picks you up from your hotel in Williamsburg, Virginia to visit Berkeley Plantation. Berkeley's history begins in 1619 when settlers observed the first Thanksgiving in the American colonies. Berkeley’s 1726 Georgian mansion is the birthplace of Benjamin Harrison V, signer of the Declaration of Independence and governor of Virginia. The estate is also the birthplace of William Henry Harrison, ninth president of the United States, and ancestral home of his grandson, Benjamin Harrison, the twenty-third president. We will explore the Native American, Colonial, and Civil War artifacts, along with historical paintings and exhibits in the 18th century basement museum.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Westover Plantation
We explore the beautiful grounds, gardens, and some of the secondary buildings (like the icehouse). William Byrd II is noted as having the best garden in Colonial Virginia.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Sherwood Forest Plantation Foundation
Explore Sherwood Forest Plantation, home of 10th U.S. President John Tyler and his fascinating second wife, Julia Gardiner Tyler, who was 30 years his junior and became one of Washington’s most celebrated First Ladies. See America’s longest frame house and beautiful plantation grounds. Tyler’s remarkable story stretches from the White House to the Civil War—he sided with Virginia and was elected to the Confederate Congress. With advance booking, we can request a tour of the historic interior and discover more about the Tyler family and life at Sherwood Forest.
95 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Best Williamsburg Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing tour
Bambi is very knowledgeable about not only the history but the area as a whole. Would request her again when we come back
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This tour and site was amazing 100% would recommend to anyone!
When I booked this tour I was looking for something fun and off the beaten path to do with my family on our vacation, what I was not expecting was to find one of this area’s historic gems. These is soooo much history here it was astonishing, and the property and the grounds where beautiful. I was totally blown away. Out guide Bambi was a delight and was incredible and was even about to answer some of my questions I had not beenable to get on some of our other her guides we had worked with. The service was great and she was very helpful and even customized it on the fly with information that she thought we would find interesting based on different things we had talked about! This was truly an unexpected highlight of our time in Williamsburg, and I would highly recommend this tour and this location to an person or persons who was looking to add a little some extra to there trip, or who was interested in a historical gem in this area. Truly enjoyed our entire experience, thank you Bambi! B.R.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 48
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Williamsburg.
How much does Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour cost?
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Prices start at $395 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Williamsburg usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Williamsburg is not rushed.
Is Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Williamsburg, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Williamsburg can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Williamsburg and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Presidents, Plantations & the James-Private Virginia History Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Williamsburg within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Williamsburg?
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Williamsburg centres on Colonial Williamsburg passes, Jamestown and Yorktown history tours, lantern-lit ghost walks and theme park tickets a few minutes away. On Outty we rank every Williamsburg experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full Day Historic Guided Tour to Jamestown and Yorktown with Lunch, Magic Happens at The Wagsters Magic Theatre, Williamsburg Ghosts, Witches and Pirates Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Williamsburg?
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April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Williamsburg?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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