1. Go out for a date night.
One of the best things to do in Williamsburg, VA for couples is a date night at one of the fine, local restaurants.
Fat Canary opened in 2003 and it has received the AAA Four Diamond award every year. The restaurant defines itself as a “refined, green-walled bistro.” Be sure to check out the menu of unique co*cktails including Year of the Dragon and Bee-Laverdier. It is located approximately one mile from A Williamsburg White House so, if you enjoy walking, you can stroll hand-in-hand on your way to dinner. Reservations are recommended.
Le Yaca is a french restaurant that has ranked in the Top 100 in the Nation in the Diner’s Choice Award. The restaurant focuses on atmosphere, service, a beautiful space, and delicious food. If you want a premier romantic weekend getaway on the East Coast, make a reservation for their three- or five-course prix fixe menu. Le Yaca also boasts a delectable three-course brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays.
Cochon on 2nd is “where every visit promises warmth, flavor, and unforgettable moments.” Make a reservation for a Sunday to be serenaded by the Michael Jacobs Jazz Trio. Monthly wine dinners pair world-renowned wines with an exquisitely crafted five-course meal. Of course, you do not need an event at the restaurant to celebrate your love any Tuesday through Sunday for dinner.
2. Enjoy the beauty of Williamsburg.
William & Mary is one of the most beautiful campuses in the country. Strolling through campus is the best romantic and free thing to do in Williamsburg, VA. You must visit the Crim Dell Bridge. Local lore says that two people who kiss at the peak of the bridge will be lifelong lovers.
Anyone can walk through Colonial Williamsburg’s historic streets for free and there are many lovely places to take photographs together. One majestic area that does require a ticket is the grounds of the Governor’s Palace. The gardens have been meticulously maintained with some original features from the 18th century. The boxwood maze adds a bit of fun to your visit.
Imagine snuggling up together while taking a horse-drawn carriage ride. You will get to enjoy the scenery of the historic district at a leisurely pace.The carriages can hold up to four people but you reserve the entire carriage for your time slot ensuring a romantic excursion for two.
Picnics are always romanticized in the movies and they truly should be. Picnics are a way to enjoy nature and each other without other distractions. Perhaps bring along a small speaker to play music but otherwise simply enjoy each other’s company. Popular places in Williamsburg to enjoy a picnic include Bicentennial Park, Waller Mill Park (which overlooks a 360 acre lake), and Chickahominy Riverfront Park (also a great place for birdwatching). Just stop in The Cheese Shop before you head to the park for a charcuterie board or sandwich and you will be all set.
3. Relax with a spa day together.
Whether you get a massage, a body treatment, or a pedicure, you will leave the spa feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to explore the world together.
The owners of Williamsburg Salt Spa used their Polish heritage to create the first salt spa on the East Coast. The spa has truly unique treatment options including relaxation in a salt cave and floating in a tank of water that has been saturated with salt. The spa also has a couples room for providing side-by-side massages.
The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg offers a classic massage, deep tissue massage, salt stone massage, aromatherapy massage, stretch and recover massage, and reflexology massage. All of the massages can be provided as a couples massage that you can enjoy together. Is the man in your life curious about manicures and pedicures but he does not want the crazy colors on his nails? The Spa of Colonial Williamsburg Gentleman’s Fitness Manicure and Pedicure available.
4. Sample wine together.
Williamsburg has some wonderful vineyards in the area. They make for a fun afternoon activity. They also offer the opportunity for a wonderful memento of your trip. Once you pick a wine that you both like, purchase a bottle to bring home with you. A month, a year, or multiple years from now, open up that bottle while you reminisce about the fun times you had in Williamsburg. You will essentially be getting two romantic weekends for the price of one (or more) bottle of wine.
The Williamsburg Winery is housed on 400 acres of woods, fields, gardens, and vineyards. Partake of an indoor tasting flight or take a guided tour of the wine cellars, bottling room, and reserve wine room. Prefer to keep things within walking distance? They have a satellite tasting room in Merchants Square.
Saudé Creek Vineyards features live music and food vendors every weekend. The scenery itself is reason enough to visit Saudé Creek. The vineyard sits on 100 acres atop a hill with views of the Pamunkey River. While you sip your wine, you can sit on a deck or patio overlooking trees and vineyards.
Upper Shirley Vineyards is another winery with river views, this one overlooks the James River. Reservations are available for the indoor tasting room with access to the full chef-inspired dining menu. If you are more of a spur-of-the-moment couple, the patio has open seating or you can bring a blanket to spread out on the lawn.
Stay at A Williamsburg White House Inn and add a special package to your reservation.
A Williamsburg White House Inn offers many packages and add-ons to enhance your romantic weekend getaway in Virginia:
When you choose the Romantic Williamsburg Getaway you will have wine and an activity already planned for you. The package includes a chilled bottle of Williamsburg Winery Wine and two one-day passes to Colonial Williamsburg.
Nothing sets the mood for a date night in Williamsburg, VA like a bottle of champagne to sip indulgently as soon as you settle into your guest room.
Celebrating your special day? The Williamsburg Anniversary Package includes a chilled bottle of wine and flowers in your room upon arrival, candlelit breakfast for two, afternoon snacks with wine, ports, and sherry, and a gift certificate for one of the finest restaurants in Williamsburg.
