5 days in Virginia Itinerary

Located just across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., the county of Arlington blends big city and sprawling suburban environments.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Thu): pause for some photo ops at U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial and then stroll the grounds of Arlington National Cemetery.

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Bangor to Arlington is an approximately 4-hour combination of flight and subway. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus, train, and subway. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Bangor in December; daily highs in Arlington reach 51°F and lows reach 37°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can go by car to Williamsburg.

Founded in 1632 as a fortified settlement on the high ground between two rivers, Williamsburg served as a colonial capital of Virginia for over 80 years.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Fri): get in on the family fun at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Sat): take an in-depth tour of Colonial Williamsburg, get engrossed in the history at Historic Jamestowne, and then contemplate the long history of Jamestown Settlement.

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You can drive from Arlington to Williamsburg in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of subway, flight, and bus; or do a combination of subway and train. In December in Williamsburg, expect temperatures between 56°F during the day and 38°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Virginia Beach.

Holding a record for the longest pleasure beach in the world, Virginia Beach showcases 35 miles of coastline and maintains a longstanding reputation as a family-friendly vacation destination.

On the 30th (Sun), immerse yourself in nature at First Landing State Park, then explore the galleries of Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, and then take in the waterfront at Virginia Beach Boardwalk.

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Traveling by car from Williamsburg to Virginia Beach takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Virginia Beach are 56°F, while nighttime lows are 39°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can drive to Chincoteague Island.

Famous for a wild breed of horses--Chincoteague Ponies--Chincoteague Island embraces the mystery of some of North America’s oldest inhabitants.

On the 31st (Mon), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge.

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Traveling by car from Virginia Beach to Chincoteague Island takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Chincoteague Island can reach 53°F, while at night they dip to 36°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) so you can travel back home.