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Duke of Gloucester Street

A sight in Historic Area, Williamsburg, free to visit and worth about 2 hours. Best time to go: Morning.

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Why go

The Historic Area's main street, its doors hung with wreaths of fruit, pinecones, shells and dried flowers in December.

It is one of 9 curated places we feature in Williamsburg, alongside 3 sights, 2 activities and 1 place to eat. 6 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Grand Illumination and Bruton Parish Church.

Type
Sight
Neighborhood
Historic Area
Price
Free
Time needed
2 hr
Best time
Morning

Nearby

The 6 closest curated picks in Williamsburg, measured as straight-line distance.

  1. 1
    Grand Illumination

    Colonial Williamsburg's opening of the Christmas season, with candles in windows, music across the Historic Area and fireworks.

    Activity · 0.0 mi straight-line
  2. 2
    Bruton Parish Church

    Working Episcopal church from 1715 on Duke of Gloucester Street, known for its evening concerts and Christmas services.

    Sight · 0.2 mi straight-line
  3. 3
    Williamsburg Inn

    Colonial Williamsburg's 1937 Regency-style hotel, a short walk from Duke of Gloucester Street.

    Stay · 0.2 mi straight-line
  4. 4
    Governor's Palace

    Reconstructed residence of Virginia's royal governors at the head of the Palace Green, with formal gardens and a maze.

    Sight · 0.2 mi straight-line
  5. 5
    King's Arms Tavern

    Colonial Williamsburg tavern serving game pie, peanut soup and other 18th-century Virginia dishes by candlelight.

    Food · 0.2 mi straight-line
  6. 6
    Merchants Square

    Colonial Revival shopping street at the edge of the Historic Area, with shops, cafes and The Cheese Shop.

    Shopping · 0.4 mi straight-line

On these curated routes

Duke of Gloucester Street is a stop on our Williamsburg & Richmond route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.

More sights to see in Williamsburg

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When to go

Average daily highs in Williamsburg run from 45°F in January to 90°F in July; August is usually the wettest month. For Duke of Gloucester Street itself, we suggest: Morning.

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Getting there

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Coordinates
37.27139, -76.70000
Destination
Williamsburg, Virginia

Duke of Gloucester Street: quick answers

How much time do you need at Duke of Gloucester Street?

Plan on about 2 hours at Duke of Gloucester Street. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit Duke of Gloucester Street?

Our pick: Morning. Insider tip: Walk it in the morning light, then again after dark when the windows are lit.

Is Duke of Gloucester Street free?

Yes, we list Duke of Gloucester Street as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.

Which TripsCircle routes include Duke of Gloucester Street?

Duke of Gloucester Street appears on Williamsburg & Richmond, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.

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