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Williamsburg Jamestown Settlement & Glasshouse Private Guided Tour
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- Williamsburg
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore 1607 ship replicas, a re-created Paspahegh town, and early Jamestown history on a private guided tour in Williamsburg.
About this tour
Step into the story of America’s first permanent English colony on a private Williamsburg Jamestown Settlement and Glasshouse tour. Explore replicas of the ships that arrived in 1607, then walk through a re-created Paspahegh town and a James Fort modeled on the 1610–1614 outpost. Inside the museum, discover artifacts and replicas of 17th-century homes that bring the early settlement to life.
Your experience includes a live English-speaking guide, an air-conditioned vehicle, snacks, bottled water, and Jamestown Settlement admission. The tour takes an estimated 3.5–4 hours, including travel time between attractions. You can add Historic Jamestowne, the site of the original fort, for an estimated total of 4.5–5 hours. There, see views of the fort and James River, along with the 104-foot Tercentennial Monument, erected in 1907. Walking inside the actual James Fort at Jamestown Rediscovery costs an additional $15.
With a private group and options for wheelchair access, this Williamsburg Jamestown Settlement and Glasshouse tour offers a personal way to connect with the colony’s history. Book your visit and explore the places and stories that shaped Jamestown.
Highlights
- Explore replicas of the ships that arrived in 1607
- Walk through a re-created Paspahegh town and James Fort
- See artifacts and replicas of 17th-century homes in the museum
- Add Historic Jamestowne for views of the fort, James River, and monument
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Historic Jamestowne National Park Service tickets
- Jamestown Settlement state museum ticket
Not included
- Guide gratuities; a 20% tip is recommended if you enjoy the tour
- Jamestown Rediscovery admission: $15 to walk inside the actual James Fort
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4.61 / 5 · 18 reviews
Important information
- Jamestown Settlement and park operating hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Meet your guide in the Jamestown Settlement lobby at 2110 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185, if driving to meet them
- Travel and pickup time between attractions is included in the allotted tour time
- Bring your own infant seat if traveling with an infant
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- Strollers are suitable for infants and small children
- Wheelchair accessible; contact the guide in advance about NPS wheelchair availability
- Scooter rentals are available at the state park for $15
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The Jamestown Settlement and Glasshouse tour takes an estimated 3.5–4 hours. Adding the NPS option brings the estimated duration to 4.5–5 hours.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. The tour is for your family or group only.
What is included in the tour price?
The tour includes bottled water, snacks, an air-conditioned vehicle, Jamestown Settlement admission, and Historic Jamestowne National Park Service tickets.
Can I visit the actual James Fort?
Jamestown Rediscovery charges an additional $15 to walk inside the actual James Fort.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
The tour is wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs for the NPS option are available with advance notice to the guide.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.61 from 18 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
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- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.7.
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