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    Colonial Parkway - On Jamestown Island

    Colonial Parkway

    4.7(18 reviews)
    42.4 km

    It's difficult to hide my excitement of a road. But no ordinary road mind you. A historic trail…read moreturned present day park most likely used by the Indians to travel by horse. It stretches 23 beautiful scenic miles and cuts through gorgeous wooded terrain. The Parkway runs along the James River in sections and is an absolute must if time permits to avoid the highway and travel at slower speeds to enjoy the scenery. The project to build the Parkway began in the 1930's and coincides closely with the construction and rehabilitation of Colonial Williamsburg. The project concluded in 1957. The road connects the Historic Triangle of Yorktown, Williamsburg and Jamestown Virginia all on one incredible tour. The Parkway is considered a park and is ran by the National Park Service. It also has the unique designation of being just 1 of 31 of its kind considered a "National Scenic Byway". Speed limits range from 35-45 mph and are patrolled by the NPS. Semi trucks are not permitted. The surface is concrete in excellent condition and well maintained. You can jump off and on at the tree cities. I can't help but be giddy about such a cool road with neat history connecting such historic communities. Best times of the year are Fall and Summer. Whether a tourist, or local it's a fun road to travel.

    Colonial Parkway is a 23 mile scenic parkway linking the three points of Virginia's Historic…read moretriangle, Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown.

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    Colonial Parkway - Mid way there were snacks provided.

    Mid way there were snacks provided.

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    Bikes are ready to roll!

    Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel - Scenic overlook

    Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel

    4.4(122 reviews)
    33.9 km

    going on six years that I'm aware of and the only thing that has changed here is the calendar; the…read moreanticipated renovations to the fishing pier have yet to materialize and the southbound tunnels remain tragic fictions while the poutine eaters up north have nearly completed the Gordy Howe International Bridge across the Detroit River... so yeah, I was hoping to see some real progress here - any progress actually - but the equipment just sits rusting away in the salt air as traffic crawls painfully along and the urge to turn hard right into the bay grows evermore compelling except I've paid sixteen dollars american for the privilege of being bored to death at low speed. ¿so how about it?

    I love driving over the CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE tunnel - either to Cape Charles or just to enjoy the…read moreEastern Shore of Virginia which is littered with adorable small towns with amazing fish. Also, recently, we've discovered this is the best way to get to Maryland, Annapolis or Delaware - forget driving up I-95. This is it! This tunnel is over 17 miles long and is so relaxing - an engineering marvel and very well-maintained. My husband and I visited the Florida Keys a few years ago and were so excited to drive between them on the famous bridge, well, it was far less beautiful, less well-kept, and less impressive than our own bridge.

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    Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel - Amazing sunsets await you here.

    Amazing sunsets await you here.

    Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel - View of the Chesapeke Bay Bridge drop the pristine sandy Beach at Kiprltopeke State Park.

    View of the Chesapeke Bay Bridge drop the pristine sandy Beach at Kiprltopeke State Park.

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    James River Bridge US-17 - From website

    James River Bridge US-17

    4.2(6 reviews)
    13.4 km

    Super scared... I think in my lifetime I have driven across this bridge at some point in my 20s,…read morebut it was so during the daylight. Well a few weeks ago, I drove across this bridge and clearly remembered why I do my best to avoid this route at all accounts. From a decade ago, I could only recall: this bridge is super long, super scary... I was routed to this bridge due to a severe accident at the Monitor Merrimac Tunnel (my preferred route to Hampton/Newport News). After sitting in traffic for 90 minutes, daylight quickly turned into nightfall. During my travel on this Friday night, I was only able to snap one picture as my passenger was asleep. And this snap wasn't until I reached the end of the (at least) four mile stretch. But please do not try to snap your own pictures while driving. There is no shoulder lane at all. This four lane bridge features two lanes of travel for each direction. I traveled from Suffolk, Virginia and drove through at least two other cities including Isle of Wight. On the route (route 17) prior to the reaching the bridge, there are a few gas stations and several shopping stores. Please make sure you have enough gas before approaching the bridge. The bridge was built in the 1920s (I believe) and it is still standing and traffic flows heavily. Just be safe and have a passenger (awake) to take your pictures. Have fun and enjoy life :)

    I love a bridges & this one has special place in my heart as it connects me to my GRANNY!!!!!…read more I don't care for the 12 hr drive from the NOLA; but once I dawn this bridge I know I'm closer to my dear heart. The 4.5 mile long bridge crosses the James River, duh, hence the name right??? And there couldn't be a lover sight. Quite scenic; once at the very top, one can see the expanse of the coast & most of the approaching city. 4 lanes coming & going, the dawn & dusk drives are equally breathtaking. Often times, I'd like to stop & take pictures, but in that this is a bridge & cars are always abounding, I refrain.

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    James River Bridge US-17 - From website

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    James River Bridge US-17
    James River Bridge US-17

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    City of Hampton - localflavor - Updated June 2026

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