Imagine strolling along Bayside Marina for some great waterfront pics. It's located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Colonial Beach. If you carry on walking you'll get to Colonial Beach for some more water views.
If museums are on your list of things to see in Colonial Beach, then you might want to head to George Washington Birthplace National Monument. If you want to see more of the museums in Colonial Beach, Stratford Hall isn't far either.
Learn about the local history of Colonial Beach when you take a trip to Monrovia. Stroll along the marina or experience the jazz scene in this relaxing area.
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Colonial Beach Historical Society during your travels in Colonial Beach. Wander the beaches in this family-friendly area.
Dip your toes into the second-longest public beach in Virginia, where the Potomac River creates a surprisingly expansive shoreline. The town's vintage appeal comes from its heyday as a resort before the Chesapeake Bay Bridge made ocean beaches more accessible. Presidential history abounds with George Washington's birthplace at the nearby national monument and a replica of James Monroe's childhood home just outside town. The Colonial Beach Municipal Pier offers fishing without fuss, while the Historical Society chronicles the town's surprising connections to Alexander Graham Bell. Monroe Bay's marina provides a perfect sunset backdrop after wine tasting at Ingleside Vineyards. USA Today named it Virginia's best beach in 2018, though locals have known this for generations.
Colonial Beach is a family-friendly city where you can spend time at the beach. Plan a fun excursion to Bayside Marina and Ingleside Vineyards while here. While you're here, stop by Colonial Beach Historical Society and Colonial Beach.
