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The Charles City area dates all the way back to the Virginia Company in 1619 and that is just the beginning of its significance. Looking for plantations and historic sights? Believe in the supernatural? Want to enjoy beautiful James River? Charles City is the place for it all. Berkeley Plantation, is one of the many locations packed with history. It is the birthplace of Benjamin Harrison and William Henry Harrison, the place where well known “Taps” was composed, Civil War Headquarters, and the site of the first official Thanksgiving. With its famous gardens overlooking the James River, Berkeley is quite a destination. Looking for something a little spookier? Shirley Plantation dates back to 1613 and is the oldest family-owned business in North America as Virginia’s first plantation. While you’re visiting the beautiful grounds, take a peek inside and ask how Aunt Pratt is doing. If you’re lucky you may see her portrait swing on the wall, all by itself.

After all that excitement, take a break by the James or Chickahominy River and look for the countless wildlife around. Make a connection back to nature and in all the beauty that the county has to offer.

What's Nearby

  • North Bend Plantation
    North Bend Plantation
    12200 Weyanoke Road
    Charles City, VA 23030
  • The Bed & Breakfast at Peace Hill Farm
    The Bed & Breakfast at Peace Hill Farm
    18401 The Glebe Lane
    Charles City, VA 23030
  • Piney Grove at Southall's Plantation
    Piney Grove at Southall's Plantation
    16920 Southall Plantation Ln
    Williamsburg, VA 23030
  • Berkeley Plantation
    Berkeley Plantation
    12602 Harrison Landing Road
    Charles City, VA 23030
  • Belle Air Plantation
    Belle Air Plantation
    11800 John Tyler Memorial Highway
    Charles City, VA 23030

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      10900 Courthouse Road
      Charles City, VA 23030
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