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Specializing in seafood, steak and chicken, along with sandwiches in a casual atmosphere with live entertainment. Enjoy captivating views of Gray’s Creek fro a 54 seat patio deck.

Visit the farmer’s market for some fresh produce, grab a coffee at Cure Coffee House or some baked goods at Smithfield Bakery. Really hungry, Smithfield Foods restaurant is sure to have what you’re looking for, and wash it all down at Wharf Hill Brewery.

Forget getting your fruit at a supermarket. Drive through strawberry and blueberry picking is the way to go. Take the family for some fun in the corn mazes and pumpkin picking in the fall.

Located in Jamestown across the James River, this historical plot of land is where Captain John Smith began building the New Fort in 1609. That fort was never fully finished, but the land was given to Pocahontas in 1614 as a wedding present from her father Chief Wahunsenacawh. The house you see now was built in 1761 by Jacob Falcoun, retaining most of its original pine woodwork. It was later restored by John D. Rockeffler Jr. in the early 1930s.

Outdoor activities mixed with some natural and cultural history makes for a great day on the James River. From picnic areas to a swimming pool, beach, equestrian trails, campgrounds and cabins, there’s lots to do. You can step back in time at the farm museum and historic houses. The 1400 acre farm was established in 1619 and is named after an old Algonquian Indian Chief, Choapoke.

The oldest brick building in North America, Bacon’s Castle was home to a merchant and planter by the name of Arthur Allen but became known as Bacon’s Castle in 1676 during Nathaniel Bacon’s Rebellion. The house was restored in the 1980’s by Preservation Virginia and offers 45-minute guided tours or self-guided tours. You can also visit the 17th Century English Formal Gardens or have a picnic on the grounds

Have a family fun day with bumper cars, rollercoasters, river or sky rides, white water rafting, flumes, kiddie rides, exciting shows, animals, dining, and more. Visit their website for great discounts and special seasonal events.

With Virginia’s first water coaster, Water Country is not to be missed. Feel the exhilaration of swooshing down the vast variety of water slides or relax in pools and rivers. There’s even a special area just for kids, and much needed cabanas and cocktails for adults.

Get some great shopping in at the Prime Outlets featuring all your favorite brands such as Reebok, Puma, Vans, Sunglass Hut, Vineyard Vines, Eddie Bauer, The North Face, Brooks Brothers, Adidas, Aeropostale, Aldo, Ann Taylor, American Eagle, Banana Republic, Bath & Body Works, Calvin Klein, Coach, Cole Haan, Guess, J. Crew, Levis, and more. Shopping works up an appetite, but the Prime Outlets have you covered with snacks at Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, Auntie Annes Pretzels, Uncle Dave Kettle Korn, or grab a bite at Miyaki Sushi & Grill, Oceans & Ale, or Subway.