NWS Yorktown, VA - Nearby Cities

Williamsburg, VA
Williamsburg is in the heart of the historic district that gained prominence during the American Revolution. The town served at one time as the capital of Virginia and is home to the world-renowned William and Mary University. Located just 13 miles away from the NWS Yorktown military installation, the town a convenient transit system to those who live and work nearby.

Homes for rent in the area start at $265,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Homes and apartments for rent are also available with monthly rates starting at $650 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Nearby hotels such as the Embassy Suites and the Crowne Plaza offer travelers temporary accommodations while they are visiting the area. Nightly rates start at $109 and up.

Williamsburg is full of historic buildings which offer visitors a glimpse into the past with homes full of turn-of-the-century furniture. Home and shops were reconstructed over 301 acres of the town. The town has an entire district devoted to reenactments of events gone by for visitors' pleasure and participation. It's a trip back in time in a community that is proud of its heritage. Multiple museum and art exhibits also aid in bringing history back to life.

Hampton, VA
Hampton is home to the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel which was first opened in 1957 and was the world's first bridge-tunnel. It crosses the channel to the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean providing the east coast with access to the harbor. The city is also home to Langley Air Force Base and is located just 20 miles from the NWS Yorktown. Hampton is the sixth most populous city in Virginia.

Homes for sale in the area start at $199,900 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with 1800 square feet. Rentals in the area are also available starting at $620 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For a monthly rate of $825, a family can rent a 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath unit. Hotels in the area such as the Holiday Inn and the Embassy Suites offer temporary lodging for a nightly rate of $103 and up.

Hampton is located near the harbor offering boat tours and fishing excursions for visitors. Casemate Museum at Fort Monroe offers visitors a look at Hampton Roads' military history in the area. The town is home to the Virginia Air & Space Center with exhibits highlighting adventures in space.

Newport News, VA
Newport News is a harbor city that is home to the Northrop Grumman Newport News Shipbuilding facility. NWS Yorktown is located 21 miles away from the town and connects the community to the military facility and its inhabitants. For those looking for more permanent housing, the Newport News area is an idyll place to live and work.

Homes for sale in the area start at $265,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence with 2100 square feet. Homes and apartments for rent are also available for a monthly rate of $625 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment unit. For those looking for temporary lodging in the surrounding communities, hotels such as the Holiday Inn and the Hilton Garden Inn offer accommodations for $120 a night and up.

Newport News is home to Civil War museums as well as annual reenactments of the War itself. Many historic homes grace the area including the last remaining antebellum home, the Lee Hall Mansion. The home was used by Confederate soldiers during the war, and it now offers guided tours through the Victorian hallways full of historical significance.

West Point, VA
West Point is a town in King William County, Virginia with a current population of 2,800 people. The town was established as a permanent settlement in 1607 while the Confederates and the English colonists were still in conflict. The railroad made West Point a major shipping point for freight and passengers. The town continued to flourish as a tourist and port town until the early 20th century. Then the town's tourism began to lag, and a pulp paper mill was introduced. The railroad still runs business to the mill and back. Located just 33 miles from the NWS Yorktown, the city offers an environment steeped in rich history and culture.

Homes for sale in the area start at $242,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Homes and apartments for rent are also available for a monthly rate of $460 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment unit. For those looking for temporary lodging in the surrounding communities, hotels such as the Days Inn Williamsburg and the Great Wolf Lodge offer accommodations for $68 a night and up.

Local attractions include the Mattaponi Indian Museum which sits on the Mattaponi River and offers a walking tour of many historical markers in town. Some of the nearby markers include St. John's Church, The King and Queen Country Confederate Monument, and the King William County Courthouse. Markers are visible over a 3 mile stretch of road and highlight some of the most historical events in the area.

Norfolk, VA
Norfolk is home to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's headquarters. It is also home to the Norfolk Naval Base and only 36 miles from the NWS Yorktown. With its close ties to the military community, Norfolk offer many miles of waterfront property for those seeking to settle down in a nearby community.

Homes for sale in the area start at $240,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home with 1000 square feet. Rental homes and apartments are also available with monthly rates starting at $700 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath rental home. Hotels such as the Holiday Inn and Quality Inn Suites offer nightly rates of $136 and up for those seeking more temporary accommodations.

With a waterfront location showcasing ships and ferries moving in and out of the harbor, Norfolk offers many major attractions to entertain visitors of all ages. The historic Battleship Wisconsin is docked in the harbor, and the city is home to the Nauticus which offers destroyer battle simulations and complete ship tours. Norfolk is home to many museums with historic exhibits of the area and surrounding communities.