Williamsburg’s Secrets Exposed

Hidden Treasures… The Top 3 Fall (and Free!) Activities. 

1. Student Specials:  Fall is a great time to take advantage of the numerous activities and offerings in the Williamsburg area but the best price is always free. With your William and Mary ID, we have access to all of CW – including the brick maker, the wig maker, governor’s maze, capitol building and all things historic. On your trip, be sure to pick up a 2008 commemorative  mug for $11. The mug will allow you unlimited refills of cider, soft drinks, and coffee for the entire year. That’s even better than WaWa! When evening comes, and the shops start closing, be sure to stop by a tavern for some colonial drinking games and the accompanied libations, magicians, and music. Maybe even a run through the Peanut Shop for some delicious samples (We personally recommend the chocolate covered ones). If it’s a Thursday, remember that you can go bowling for free, yes free, at AMF Bowling. Now that’s what we call some student specials!

2. Kayaking on Matoaka – As the leaves transform into vibrant colors of crimson, orange, and yellow – there is no place more beautiful to be than by the water. The boathouse on Lake Matoaka is open from 11-2 and with your ID you can rent out canoes or kayaks free of charge. So paddle around and explore the fingers on the lake in this gorgeous fall weather.

3. Ferry Harking – Down Jamestown Road, past the settlement, is the Surry Ferry where you can drive your car on for free and take the 15 minute ride over to Surry. The ferry usually runs every 15-30 minutes until 12am. Although the drive over is beautiful during the day, we suggest going at night with a bunch of friends. Before departure, burn some dance tunes and make copies for each car in your party. When you settle on the ferry, make sure everyone starts their CD at the same time so the sound is magnified, and you have an entire ferry at your disposal for a free, ferry dance party.