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Daytime

Morning Light at Yorktown

Start your day at the quietest moment the site allows, then grab a bite nearby before exploring the grounds.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 09:00

    Yorktown Battlefield

    Arrive as soon as the site opens to walk the fields in quiet solitude. The last entrance is at 16:30, so morning is your best bet for space and calm.

  2. 10:00

    Head out for lunch or a snack. Check the local route for nearby food and drink options, as none are listed in the immediate context.

  3. 11:00

    Yorktown Battlefield

    Return to the battlefield for a second look. The midday light reveals different details of the terrain and fortifications than the morning shadows did.

Local tip

The site closes for entry at 16:30. Plan your lunch break so you have enough time to return and explore the historic grounds before the gates close.

Check before you go

  • Last entrance is at 16:30.
  • Check the local route for food and drink options.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Williamsburg (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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