Virginia, United States
Explore the story of America's first permanent English colony. This 30,000-square-foot museum features indoor galleries, a recreated Powhatan village, and life-size 1607 ship replicas.
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Top ratedPrivate 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,...
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Explore
Explore indoor artifact galleries and expansive outdoor living-history areas.
3 spotsIndoor GalleriesIndoor exhibits exploring 17th-century Virginia cultures.Explore Photo: tour listing on Viator
2 spotsOutdoor Living HistoryLife-size re-creations of 17th-century daily life.Explore Photo: tour listing on Viator
2 spotsRe-created 1607 ShipsBoard full-scale replicas of the ships that sailed to Virginia.Explore Photo: tour listing on Viator
Board life-size replicas of the Godspeed, Discovery, and Susan Constant.
Walk the decks where colonists endured a grueling transatlantic voyage.
Plan your visit
Allow 2 to 4 hours to explore the galleries and outdoor areas.
Visit in spring or autumn for pleasant weather in the outdoor fort.
Drive via Route 31 South. Parking is free and plentiful on-site.
General admission is $21.00 for adults and $11.00 for youth.
Jamestown Settlement is a living-history museum operated by the Commonwealth of Virginia. It tells the story of the 1607 English colony. The site focuses on the convergence of the Powhatan Indian, English, and West Central African cultures.
Inside, you will find 500 centuries-old artifacts and a 4D theater experience. Outside, historical interpreters demonstrate daily life in a Outdoor Living History. You can walk through reed-covered houses and a timber-framed English fort.
A major highlight is the waterfront. Visitors can board replicas of Re-created 1607 Ships that sailed from England. Family Visit Guide outlines the best interactive areas for families.
We rely strictly on confirmed museum rules and tour itineraries.
We list starting prices so you can compare combinations easily.
We highlight exactly how much time you need for each section.
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18 reviews of the private guided tour on Viator
Would highly recommend this tour! Very informative! We enjoyed being outside and then inside the museum! Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly!
It was really nice to have a private tour guide who could tailor your experience. We found that it was good to have someone take you through the Jamestown museum and highlight important displays and facts. She was very knowledgeable and presented information in a logical manner that was easy to follow.
Husband & I enjoyed learning the history and seeing the ships. Wish we would have had more time to explore the local area's. Maybe next time.
exhibits, ships, museum, settlement and interactions with staff were outstanding. Parking was convenient
The guide- Matt was very good and knowledgeable about the history of Both Jamestown and Yorktown,. The tour was a perfect blend of tour guide lead and free time to explore the area, museums ect. Lunch was included and it was good . The bus tour was new, clean and well maintained.
Long tour! Very informative. Matt was very knowledgeable, professional and personable. Be prepared for a full day as advertised. Started and ended on time.
The Historic Triangle pass for 5 consecutive days worked out perfectly for my husband and I while visiting Virginia. We basically spent 2 full days at Colonial Williamsburg, 1 full day at Jamestown Settlement and Historic Jamestown and the other 3 days at Yorktown as the last day we were there was the Yorktown Day on October 19th which was truly awesome. I recommend you purchase tickets in advance.
Had a great time with excellent stay at Hilton. Beautiful surroundings and great restaurants!
Will was an excellent guide. He really knows thehistory and culture of the eras of both Jamestown and Yorktown. Really help put context to everything. Great day!
Travel tips
Ticket PricesJamestown Settlement entry costs, discounts, and combination tickets.Read 
Settlement vs JamestowneLearn the difference between the living-history museum and the actual archaeological site.Read 
Family Visit GuidePlan a family trip to Jamestown Settlement with kids.Read 
Best time to visitFind the best seasons and times of day to visit Jamestown Settlement.Read 
Location & ParkingDirections, free parking details, and transit options from Williamsburg.Read 
What to PackEssential packing and clothing tips for visiting Jamestown Settlement.Read Jamestown Settlement is a state-run living-history museum with recreated buildings and ships. Historic Jamestowne is the actual archaeological site of the 1607 colony, managed by the National Park Service and Preservation Virginia. See Settlement vs Jamestowne for details.
Plan for 2 to 4 hours. The indoor galleries take about an hour, and you need another 1 to 2 hours for the outdoor fort, village, and ships.
They are life-size re-creations. The museum features replicas of the three original 1607 ships: the Godspeed, Discovery, and Susan Constant.
Yes, visitors can board the replicas. You can walk the decks and see the cramped quarters where sailors and colonists lived during the voyage.
Yes, the museum is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM throughout the year. It is only closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
A single-day adult ticket costs $21.00, and a youth ticket (ages 6-12) costs $11.00. Children ages 5 and under are admitted for free. Check Tickets for combo options.
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