"YORKTOWN" Top 5 Page for this destination Yorktown by bugalugs

Yorktown Travel Guide: 72 reviews and 160 photos

It was here in Yorktown on 19th October 1781 after battle between American along with their French allies against the British Army that American Independance was won, when the British commanded by Lord Cornwallis surrended to General George Washington.

York Under Siege

Today this village that was once under siege is now at peace and I recommend that if you are in this area to visit. It is so beautiful.

Situated on the York River in the south east of the state of Virginia. Approximately 12 miles from Williamsburg.

Liberty Statue

The town was established in 1691 and by the early 1700's was a thriving port with docks, wharfs and businesses along the river.

On the streets above the river lived the wealthy merchants in their grand houses. By the 1750's there was a population of 1,800.

Pros and Cons

Pros:So tranquil
Cons:None at all
In a nutshell:A sheer delight to visit here

Last visit to Yorktown: Aug 2003
Intro Updated Sep 28, 2004
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Reviews (25)

Water Country Off The Beaten Path (5)

Again this place is only about 20 minutes from Yorktown. Our son and his friend were there queuing for the park to open... more travel advice

Busch Gardens Off The Beaten Path (5)

Only 20 minutes away is Busch Gardens. A must for kids especially. As we had our son and his friend with us, both 16 you... more travel advice

Williamsburg Off The Beaten Path (5)

If you are visiting Yorktown then you are also in the vicinity of Williamsburg and it is definitely worth a visit.This... more travel advice

Virginia Beach Off The Beaten Path (5)

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Comments (15)

FayeKeenan Mar 29, 2007 at 1:51 PM Report Abuse

The Carrot Tree has wonderful food, service and atmosphere! It is a super place to eat a full evening meal on weekends or delicious lunch every day! Yummy desserts and entrees! Try the ham biscuits and brunswick stres for a real treat!
greekgourmet Jan 23, 2007 at 10:19 AM Report Abuse

nicks seafood pavilion is now a parking deck for the river walk. But you can find nicks menu and nicks food prepared the samewayat the duke of york hotel on water stree from 4;30 to 9 wed through sunday. Jimmy is there.
Yaqui Feb 15, 2005 at 9:15 AM Report Abuse

Wonderful page! I've visited Hampton and Williamsburg! I think I will visit here next time thanks to you...lol!
Ines28 Jan 16, 2005 at 3:08 AM Report Abuse

Got your hint, Dianne! ;-) This really seems to be a nice and tranquil place, I love those old houses!
Simonneeddy Nov 22, 2004 at 7:04 AM Report Abuse

Very good job of describing the historical sites. A lot of good work there. Interesting page. I passed so close but did not visit many times. Eddy
tessy Mar 7, 2004 at 12:08 PM Report Abuse

What a great knowledge in history you have. Great page, Di!
oma14 Dec 19, 2003 at 8:54 PM Report Abuse

wonderful job you have done here my friend...now when are you coming to texas?...lol...
Burtty Dec 15, 2003 at 4:14 AM Report Abuse

It is great that you started to build the pages for this trip. Yorktown looks like a peaceful and historical place.
bdbrewer Nov 30, 2003 at 8:07 AM Report Abuse

You thought our hanging moss was spiders and cog webs? -smile- Didn't you see 'Gone With the Wind'? Come down here and I'll show you some 'real' hanging moss Dianne -smile-
tpangelinan Nov 23, 2003 at 11:33 AM Report Abuse

Beautiful page! Looks like a wonderful old town with great history. Very helpful information and photos! :o)