It was a full day here in Colonial Williamsburg. We headed into the historic district this morning to walk around and check out some of the sights we really enjoyed when we visited here in 2007. Our first stop was Ye Olde Peanut Shop in Market Square, where they have samples of many of their products out for the taking. So we took. And took. And took some more. I got a stomach ache, but the chocolate covered peanut brittle was worth it.
Next, we walked the length of Duke of Gloucester Street, the main thoroughfare in Colonial Williamsburg. Here is a sampling of what we saw.
We stopped into the King's Arms Tavern for lunch. I had the fried chicken, which came with mashed potatoes, country ham and a biscuit. Yum! Shirley had a roast beef sandwich that was quite good, and the girls all had authentic, colonial era chicken fingers. Just like Jefferson would have eaten! George Jefferson, that is.
I'd like to tell you our meal was served by a colonial tavern wench, but actually our waiter was a nice gentleman working his very first day at Colonial Williamsburg. Maybe next time we'll get a wench. Actually, I just like saying "wench".
I had forgotten my wallet and couldn't pay for lunch. Big mistake.
I have to make a note not to pose for any more pictures with my head down. The glare isn't good for picture quality.
The gardens in Williamsburg are breathtaking.
After leaving the historic part of town, we stopped in the shopping part of town. One of our favorite stores in Williamsburg is Yankee Candle. This isn't like the Yankee Candle in the mall. This place is a destination in itself.
Before heading back to the Holiday Road, we stopped off at Sno To Go, a Williamsburg institution. They are famous for their snowcones, which they call a Snowball. The ice is shaved to an almost powdery consistency, and they "stuff" them with soft ice cream. And they have dozens of flavors for the ice. I had cherry ice stuffed with vanilla ice cream. Shirley had Strawberry Cheesecake. Emma got Strawberry, and the others had Cotton Candy. Awesome stuff, and very refreshing. Except for the brain freeze.
We headed back to the campground to take a swim, and we also played some mini golf. After relaxing with a beer by the fire, we were hungry for pizza, so we headed back to Sal's by Victor for pizza and salad. Then, back to the Holiday Road to restoke the fire and make smores. What a day! Tomorrow is the LAST DAY of our trip! We head for home starting Saturday, so tomorrow will be the last post of this trip before the wrap up come Sunday. We're not sure what tomorrow will bring, but whatever we do I will post on tomorrow night.
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