Jamestown Settlement & Glasshouse - Private Guided Tour

Private guided tour of the Jamestown Settlement. This exclusive tour (only your family/group) includes an in-depth learning experience about the beginning of our oldest, permanent English colony that begins with exploring replicas of the ships that arrived in 1607, the re-created Paspahegh town, the James Fort reflecting the outpost in 1610-1614 and the museum with spectacular artifacts, replicas of 17th Century homes and more. There is an option (for a fee) to tour Historic Jamestowne, actual site of the Jamestown Fort, including the NPS Visitor Center, views of the Fort, James River and Tercentennial Monument that stands 104 feet tall. The monument was installed in 1907 commemorating the 300th anniversary of the Jamestown Colony. This trip may be customized for handicapped patrons as the state park has scooter rental for $15/scooter. For NPS option, wheelchairs are available with notice to guide. Estimated time 3.5-4 hours for Jamestown and Glasshouse and 4.5-5 hours to include NPS.

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   Jamestown Settlement

   2.5 hours

   Visit the Jamestown Settlement that recreates the 17th Century Virginia history and culture, including replicas of some of the first ships (Godspeed and Discovery (the Susan Constant is being repaired, but the museum has a replica of her 'tween deck occupied by approximately 54 passengers)), the life-size recreations of the Paspahegh (Native American) Town, life-size Jamestown fort of 1610-1614 and the many gallery exhibits and introduction film.

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   Jamestown Glasshouse

   15 min

   Option to tour the Jamestown Glasshouse of 1608 to observe and learn about glass blowing, the first experimental trade in America. The Glasshouse also has an amazing gift shop of Jamestown glass.

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   Historic Jamestowne

   1 hour

   For an additional fee (which is show as an additional tour option at checkout) you can add the option for a private tour of Historic Jamestowne (the actual site of the Jamestown Fort) with a National Park Service Commercial Use Authorized (CUA) guide including the Historic Jamestown Visitor Center, the Tercentennial Monument and views of the Jamestown Fort. Finally, the NPS requires your CUA guide to have an Acknowledgment of Risk form filled out. Note: Preservation Virginia tickets are NOT included. *If a visitor needs a wheelchair, we ask that you notify your guide prior to the tour.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Remaining time will be allotted for pick up and travel time in between the attractions
• Important Note: We kindly ask the travelers who will join this experience with an infant to bring their own infant seat for the vehicle.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.