The Governor's Palace - Williamsburg, VA
Posted by: bluesnote
N 37° 16.431 W 076° 42.119
18S E 349103 N 4126609
The governor's palace served as the home for all the governors of Virginia until the capitol was moved from Williamsburg to Richmond in 1780.
Waymark Code: WMQN52
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 03/06/2016
Views: 7
This was the home for famous political figures that include Patrick Henry and Thomas Jefferson. It is one of the largest buildings of the historic district, the other being the old capitol. The three story building is now turned into a museum, and to enter you will have to buy a pass at the visitor center at the buss station near the college.
The "Official Tourism" URL link to the attraction: [Web Link]
Hours of Operation: 7 days per week. Jan-March 9:30-4:30, Apr-Dec 9-5.
Admission Prices: Pass / Ticket needed. See one of Colonial Williamsburg’s many ticket offices for more information. Or online. Or the app.
Approximate amount of time needed to fully experience the attraction: Up to 1 hour
Transportation options to the attraction: Personal Vehicle or Public Transportation
The attraction’s own URL: Not listed
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