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Explore the people, places, and events in William & Mary's history through a self-guided campus walking tour using TribeTrek. Developed by Swem Library's Special Collections Research Center, TribeTrek is a free mobile app that puts the history of the second oldest college in America in the palm of your hands. Learn about the history of campus buildings, sculptures and other sites through photographs, and use social media to share your stories for each site. As this site is an ongoing project, please check back periodically for further updates. As this site is an ongoing project, please check back periodically for further updates.

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William & Mary is a public institution that was founded in 1693. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,797 (fall 2022), its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 1,200 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. William & Mary's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, #53. Its in-state tuition and fees are $25,041; out-of-state tuition and fees are $48,841.

William & Mary, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, is the second oldest college in the U.S. King William III and Queen Mary II of England founded the school in 1693. The university has more than 30 undergraduate programs and more than 10 graduate and professional degree programs. Its highly ranked graduate schools include the Marshall-Wythe School of Law , the first law school in the U.S.; the School of Education ; and the Mason School of Business . Students can join the Phi Beta Kappa fraternity, the nation’s first academic Greek society, as well as other fraternities and sororities. All freshmen are required to live on campus, and the majority of upperclassmen choose to live on campus as well.

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The class visit program is designed to supplement our campus tours and information sessions . By sitting in on a real class, students can experience first-hand why William & Mary consistently ranks among the nation's top universities in commitment to undergraduate teaching. Due to the small size of so many of our classes, visit opportunities are limited and only classes with available seats will appear on the registration page. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your chosen class time to check in at the Admission Office

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Visiting College of William and Mary depends on a number of factors, including the season, your schedule, and a lot of uncontrollable variables. We recommend you visit College of William and Mary twice if you’re serious about enrolling – at least one visit should be when students are on campus and school is in session. Be sure to take note of the town of Williamsburg as well. Remember that Williamsburg is also catering to 6260 students, so think critically about whether the community would feel too big or too small for your personal liking.

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What do families do in Williamsburg when they visit College of William and Mary?

It depends but there are a variety of activities and things to do in and around Williamsburg. We recommend using the virtual immersion tab on CampusReel to take a tour at College of William and Mary and see for yourself how the student make use of Williamsburg.

What buildings should I look at when I visit College of William and Mary?

For your convenience, below is a list of all buildings that you can visit from CampusReel. We encourage you to compare you experience of the buildings on CampusReel with your in-person visit if you decide to take one.

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The Ultimate Virginia College Tour Road Trip

April 1, 2021

At the time of writing, many colleges and universities have put in-person tours on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, we encourage you to check out each school’s virtual tour prior to your campus visit, in addition to following CDC guidelines during your trip.

Day 1: George Mason University

Fly into Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and rent a car. Alternatively, if you’re closeby, drive to Fairfax. Explore the campus of the George Mason University in the late morning. Grab a bite to eat at High Side if you’re in the mood for delicious Asian street food, or pick up a few unique tacos at Taco Bamba if that’s more your style. Once the family is happily fed, climb in the car and drive three hours to Norfolk. Check-in to your accommodation and take time to relax after a long day of travel. Eat a delicious Italian fusion dinner at Luce and head to bed early.

Day 2: Old Dominion University

After yesterday’s long travel day, it’s time to have a more relaxing morning. In the morning, grab coffee and pastries to-go from Cure Coffeehouse . Savor your breakfast along the sands of Ocean View Beach Park while you watch the waves. Head back to your hotel, get ready and check out, and head to Old Dominion University. After your tour, sit down for lunch at No Frill Bar and Grill and then hit the road again!

During the one-hour drive to Williamsburg, download our vacation guide to get the inside scoop on your stay. Check in at Cedars of Williamsburg and chat with innkeepers Laura and Alex to get the lay of the land. In the early evening, head to the Merchant Square area of Downtown Williamsburg for some window shopping. Stop in for a tasty dinner at Amber Ox – you won’t regret it!

Day 3: College of William & Mary

In the morning, enjoy an in-house, entertaining breakfast at Cedars with your comedic innkeeper Alex. Head just a minute up the road to William & Mary for a tour of campus. After that, eat lunch at Pierce’s Pitt Bar-B-Que or another one of our favorite spots . When you head out of town, drive two hours to Charlottesville. Relax in front of the hotel TV tonight with some takeout ramen from Mashumen . Use the time to reflect with your student on the campuses you’ve visited so far. This is the halfway point of Virginia college adventure, so make sure you take time to unwind and recharge.

There’s tons of fun to be had in Williamsburg, VA! Consider extending your trip to fully experience the history, the theme park, and the rest of the vibrant community. Read our blog posts for more!

Day 4: University of Virginia

Before heading to campus, stop by Belle bright and early for coffee and incredibly tasty breakfast sandwiches. Leave lots of time to explore UVA’s campus and learn about the rich history of the area. If you have time, take a tour of Monticello to gain a deeper understanding of Thomas Jefferson’s life and the impact of his estate on the community. When the family is done in Charlottesville, pile in the car and head 2 hours east to Blacksburg! Don’t miss out on the chicken kabobs at The Cellar , or embrace your inner college kid and grab a slice at Benny Marzano’s .

Day 5: Virginia Tech

You’re almost at the end of your trip now, and you deserve a sweet treat! Start the day with a donut from Carol Lee Donuts on your way to campus. Take note of the special Hokie Stone that defines campus. Hop in the car one last time and drive 3 hours straight to your final stop, Richmond! Tonight, everyone will be happy to eat your last road trip dinner at ZZQ – one of the best BBQ restaurants in the US.

Day 6: University of Richmond

Today, it’s important to fuel up before a long day of travel. Indulge in a yummy brunch at The Fancy Biscuit before heading to campus. After the university tour, pack your bags and head to the airport. On the way, stop at Grit Coffee if you need a pick me up!

If you follow our map , you’ll have spent about 12 hours and 756 miles on the road! Stay at the Cedars of Williamsburg B&B during your Virginia college visit road trip. This gorgeous Georgian brick mansion hosts elegant traditional rooms, indulgent suites, and a private cottage for your stay. Innkeepers Alex and Laura are ready to make your family trip a little easier, with add-ons like their picnic lunch or kids welcome bag for the younger family members! Book a room for your college road trip today!

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Come visit us here in Williamsburg and take a tour!   

Our daily tours are usually offered at 1PM while classes are in session and are led by a Student Admissions Ambassador (SAA).  Tours for the spring semester end on April 26.

If you are an admitted student for the 1L class joining us in August 2024, please contact the admissions staff at [[w|lawadm]] to let us know in advance if you are planning a visit!

Please  make a tour reservation at least 48 hours in advance of the day of your visit.  We are sorry, but it isn't possible for us to give tours to walk-in visitors.  Please note: we require that all visitors use the tour reservation form above .  We want to be ready for your visit and give you the best introduction to W&M Law!

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OK. Maybe not secret locations… but definitely cool locations on the campus of the College of William & Mary!

Here are some of our favorite spots on the campus of the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA. We have visited these spots for years, so we are sure you will enjoy them too.

Adam’s Garden

This little patch of wonderful you have probably walked by and driven by a hundred times and never noticed it. Framed by a white picket fence on the out skirt of the confusion of confusion corner (I know there is a discrepancy on the actual confusion corner – but after working downtown for sometime now – it doesn’t get more confusing than the intersection of Boundary St., Jamestown Rd + Richmond Road). If you want to know more about it check out this short piece on our visit .

Crim Dell Bridge

This lovely branch is tucked away so much so that we are posting this little map to help you find it… Crim Dell is #4, and to orientate you, the roads that meet at a point are N. Boundary (#13 is located there) and then Richmond Rd (#11&#12) .

It is lovely to walk over but be careful who you kiss on this bridge, campus lore says that “two people crossing the bridge while holding hands will be lifelong friends; and if they kiss, lifelong lovers”.

“At the west end of the Dell in the water, look for the 4-foot bronze sculpture “Great Blue Heron with Marsh Wren and Turtle” made by David H. Turner ’83 and donated to the College by Ben Field ’57. It features cattails and a turtle on the base. Originally installed on land beside the water, the statue went missing after Hurricane Ernesto (2006) and was found at the bottom of Crim Dell. Biology Professor Mathes, consulted on the statue’s re-installation, recommended a location in the water at least “one student’s-body length from the shore.” Read more about Crim Dell here

Sunken Gardens

Sunken Gardens is one of the nicest spots to lounge on campus at the College of William & Mary is a perfect escape right now because the students are gone so it is empty. It is a great place to throw a football, frisbee or chase some kids who need to burn some energy. It is pretty huge so social distancing should not be a problem. Here is a great article about the gardens including the trees that are possibly the oldest on campus.

It is also a great spot to have your family photos taken – good to know for the future!  The photo at the top of the page with part of a sculpture showing is near the WM Rock Garden, which is also at the far end of the The Sunken Gardens. The Gardens are located directly behind the Wren Building.   Get directions to the Sunken Gardens . 

While down on WM Campus you have to visit our two other favorite spots…

ECHO (aka Tyler Family Garden)

Ok so it is not called ECHO, that is what our oldest named it when he was around 3 years old and experienced the echo that you will experience if you follow these simple directions. Go to the Tyler Family Garden and stand in the middle of the brick circle on the X – face the James Blair building wall and say anything you want. You will hear an unexpected echo! For little kids to hear it, you will have to lift them up to your head level. Watch this video we took years ago of a tourist who we asked to try it – several years ago!

Where is it? Directly west of the James Blair Building is the Tyler Family Garden. In addition to finding your echo you will find “three bronze busts feature Lyon Gardiner Tyler, the 17th president of William and Mary; his father, the 10th U.S. President, John Tyler, who served as rector and chancellor of the College; and Lyon Gardiner Tyler’s grandfather, John Tyler, who served as the 18th governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia.” To find this building, when you enter the Sunken Gardens by the main brick steps, walk almost to the end of the garden and it will be the right side. Or just walk down the path with the Sunken Gardens on your left. The last building on your right (James Blair Building) will have the Tyler Family Garden behind it. Google Map

Campus Tour of Woody Species

For this one you will need your cell phone because the map above will only give you the number locations. We have put the hyperlinks to each location below – they will tell you in each one what to look for. The whole walk, at a leisurely pace should take about 45 min, but that does not include how long it will take you to find each specimen. Have a fun woody species scavenger hunt!

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• 1. Sunken Garden
• 2. James Blair Hall
• 3. Crim Dell Meadow
• 4. Crim Dell
• 5. Wildflower Refuge
• 6. Small Hall
• 7. Integrated Science Center
• 8. ISC Greenhouse
• 9. McGlothlin-Street Hall
• 10. Thomas Jefferson Statue
• 11. Washington Hall
• 12. Ewell Hall
• 13. Adams Garden

The Campus has over 300 species and varieties of woody plants. Most of them were planted and selected by John T. (J.T.) Baldwin, Jr., professor of biology from 1946 to 1974.  The collection is known as “The Baldwin Memorial Collection of Woody Species”. The self-guided tour has over 70 different kinds of plants and is reminiscent of the original tour Professor Baldwin gave. You can also visit here to read all about the history of the Tour and Professor Baldwin.

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