Gaylord National
This is about as winter as you can get, with ice sculptures, ice skating, and indoor tubing! Please check the rates for everything before you go, though, as it can get up getting pricey. Be sure to enjoy some time in the expansive resort, and if possible, stay for the free light show in the evening!
Massanutten
If you leave early you can fit in more than one activity at Massanutten Resort. The activities we love most are: tubing, ice skating, and the indoor water park. Again, there are fees for each activity, so take that into consideration when you’re planning.
Colonial Williamsburg
You don’t have to pay admission to roam down the main street at Colonial Williamsburg and see the historical buildings like the Bruton Parish Church. Photo credit: Lindsay Garrison
It is completely free to traipse around Colonial Williamsburg and take in the holiday decor. Add in ice skating at Liberty Ice Pavilion ($), a few hours at Busch Gardens or play at the incredible Kidsburg Playground.
Virginia Aquarium
Allot 2 hours for your visit to the phenomenal Virginia Aquarium and Science Center.
You can easily spend 3+ hours at Virginia Aquarium– see the animals, play at both indoor and outdoor play spaces, and see the current exhibition, TROLLS: SAVE THE HUMANS. This exhibit is outdoors along a stroller-friendly path. You WILL want to see this!
Ashland, Virginia
Find unique murals and eclectic shopping in downtown Ashland. (Photo credit: Lindsay Garrison)
Ashland, Virginia has so much to offer in one place! You could play at Carter or Pufferbelly Park, go see Randolph-Macon College basketball game (free for kids!), do some trainspotting, and explore charming Downtown Ashland.
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Colonial Williamsburg
101 Visitor Center Drive
Williamsburg, VA 23185
(888) 965-7254
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