What's a not to be missed attraction? Colonial Williamsburg

We will be in Williamsburg 7/3-7/9. We purchased the bounce ticket for Bush Gardens, Water Country, and Colonial Williamsburg. We are a family of 4 with 2 boys aged 14 %26amp; 11. We are huge fans of Roller Coasters and love waterparks so we will spend a lot of our time at the 2 theme parks. What should we see or do at Colonial Williamsburg? My husband and teen are least interested in visiting this place so I want them to like it.

What's a not to be missed attraction? Colonial Williamsburg

In CW, I recommend seeing the Palace, the Capitol, the Wythe House, and the Randolph House. Then check the weekly paper to see which of the historic trades sites you would like to find out more about. In my opinion, the wig maker and the milliner are interesting, informative, and funny. But, there are many to choose from so find those that will suit your family. Try to take part in one of the trials that go on daily at the Courthouse. While near the Courthouse, get your picture taken in the stocks. The guys might like to check out the Magazine...see if there are any demonstrations going on there when you visit.

What's a not to be missed attraction? Colonial Williamsburg

The boys might like the brick maker...there%26#39;s a big clay pit that hold the clay they make the bricks with. Teenaged boys were demonstrating in the pit when we were there. Cool and messy. The printer was pretty cool too.

I am in a similar situation, except with a 10 year old boy and a 7 year old girl. We have never been to Williamsburg and will be there for 6 days in July. They are far more excited for BG and WC, but I would like them to at least enjoy a day at CW. I am looking for things that will keep their interest, things that are hands on. I want to stay away from long, dry tours. Any advice is appreciated! Thanks for starting this thread!

Your Welcome-

My kids are more hands on as well. They will not like walking through a home and looking in rooms. I do think they will like the courthouse and seeing a trial, and looking in on some of the trade shops. Can someone explain more on Revolutionary City. Thanks again.

Revolutionary City takes place at the eastern end of Duke of Gloucester Street. Character interpreters, with microphones, act out various roles relating to events surrounding the Virginia Colony%26#39;s separation from the British Crown. Gentry, tavern keeper, preacher, slave -- all ';come to life'; as they talk about their views of the colonial days%26#39; current events. Various well known characters come in and out of the dialogue -- including Benedict Arnold, the Royal Governor, Martha Washington, etc.

The whole program is in segments, which, during summer, take place between 10 a.m. and noon. -- a different moment in history in each of the two days of the entire presentation (there%26#39;s a third program on odd weekdays). Reaction to Rev City from guests to the program is, frankly, mixed -- some find it very interesting, others think it%26#39;s drawn out and boring. Kids seem to lose interest, unless they%26#39;re really into history. Each family will just have to give it a try and decide for themselves whether it%26#39;s for them.

One thing to remember, though, is that all of the other CW historic sites (except for a couple that close very briefly during the performance) are open during Rev City, so there is still plenty to do if it%26#39;s not for you and your family.