They don't try to overwhelm you with re-enactments. No need to watch video's, just enjoy the walk throughs and looking at how the original settlers may have lived. Children loved the forte and village area, the docked ship is a nice touch. No fancy buildings, other than the museum, so it's gives you a chance to look around at your... More

Make sure you take a free tour, it is so informative. The kids can experience how to do the same things the settlers experienced.

This National Part is just down the road from the Jamestown Settlement and is the real site of the settlement. You go from the parking lot to the enterance past the ticket sales and bathrooms across a foot bridge before you even get to the site. The paths are soft and could be a problem for those with a walker... More

Loved going around with an a trained person to see all the original sites. This is a must place to go to see our history and gives you a connection to what has gone before.

Not to be consumed with the James town settlement, the actual site and the ongoing archeological sites are well worth the time

Another wonderful place to take grandchildren who love the old houses and the wonderful sailing vessels.

Historic Jamestowne is where it all began.... at least that's what's written in the history books. History is still being written. Run by the National Park Service, this is part of the historic triangle. I would recommend an entire day for Historic Jamestowne and the Jamestown Settlement if you are including that in your plans. The visitor center is welcoming... More

We like everything about it. Grounds well keep. Staff were every helpful and friendly.

We planned on spending one day at Jamestown during our recent visit. There are so many things to see, that you could easily spend several days enjoying the site. Each member of the staff that we spoke with was friendly and eager to share their information. It is obvious that a great deal of care is spent keeping educational materials... More