Williamsburg is the kind of family vacation that satisfies everyone. Kids get Busch Gardens roller coasters. Parents get Colonial Williamsburg's walkable history. Teens get Water Country USA. And the whole thing runs on a $149 Williamsburg family vacpack.
The Three Attractions
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
One of the most-awarded theme parks in the US. Roller coasters for teenagers and adults, gentler rides for younger kids. European-themed sections (Germany, Italy, England). 1-day ticket $89/adult, $79/kid.
Colonial Williamsburg
Living museum of 18th-century colonial America. Actors in period dress, working craftspeople, real historic buildings. 1-day ticket $55/adult, $28/kid. Can combine with Jamestown/Yorktown for a 3-in-1 historic ticket.
Water Country USA
Busch Gardens' sister waterpark. Summer only. Slides, lazy rivers, wave pools. $59/adult, $49/kid. Discounts if bundled with Busch Gardens.
The 4-Day Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive, settle into Westgate Williamsburg vacpack unit, pool time
- Day 2: Busch Gardens full day
- Day 3: Colonial Williamsburg + Jamestown Settlement (bundle ticket)
- Day 4: Water Country USA or resort pool, depart
Vacpack Specifics
Westgate Williamsburg has 3-night packages at $149. 1-BR condo with full kitchen, outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness center. The resort is 10 minutes from Busch Gardens and Colonial Williamsburg (both accessible from Route 60).
Budget
| Line | Family of 4 Cost |
|---|---|
| Westgate vacpack (3 nights) | $149 |
| Busch Gardens 1-day tickets | $336 ($89+$89+$79+$79) |
| Colonial Williamsburg tickets | $166 ($55+$55+$28+$28) |
| Groceries + 2 dinners out | $180 |
| Gas from DC area | $65 |
| Total | $896 |
Under $900 for a 3-night, 3-attraction family week. Browse Williamsburg family vacpacks.