Tickets

admission to historic jamestowne

Historic Jamestowne is the original site of the 1607 James Fort and where visitors can experience the moment of discovery alongside Jamestown Rediscovery archaeologists. 

Visitors listen to Staff Archaeologist Natalie Reid explain the Governor's Well and 1608 ditch excavations.
Visitors listen to Staff Archaeologist Natalie Reid explain the Governor’s Well and 1608 ditch excavations.

Historic Jamestown includes sites managed by two separate organizations, Preservation Virginia (Jamestown Rediscovery) and the National Park Service (Colonial National Historical Park). Each location requires a fee to enter, so visitors should expect to buy both tickets to see the whole island. 

Visitors can pre-purchase tickets to the Preservation Virginia (Jamestown Rediscovery) portion below

National Park Service passes for veterans, seniors, and all other guests can be found on their website: nps.gov/colo. If visitors do not have a National Park Pass, the entrance fee can be purchased here.

Tickets to both sites can be purchased in-person at the Visitor Center at Historic Jamestowne.

If you have a group of ten or more, please click here for more information and fill out our group request form to be placed on our schedule.

Third party private tours are not allowed on the Preservation Virginia portion of Historic Jamestowne.

The new ticket system was implemented by Colonial National Historic Park (NPS) in late 2023. We understand the new two-ticket process is confusing. Have questions? Jamestown Rediscovery staff is happy to help you navigate admission. Please give us a call at 757-856-1250 ext. 520 during operating hours or email hjvcservices@preservationvirginia.org for help.

purchase tickets

preservation virginia property

Adult (16 & over)$15
Child (6-15)$5
Child (5 & under)Free

national park service property (Ticket required)

Adult (16 & over)$15
Child (15 & under)Free

total

Adult (16 & over)$30
Child (6-15)$5
Child (5 & under)Free

Tickets to the Preservation Virginia portion of Historic Jamestowne may be purchased online up to seven days in advance. Admission is valid for seven consecutive days beginning on the date selected. Ticket purchases are non-refundable. Please present email confirmation at check-in. Register receipt is required for re-entry.  

NamePricePurchase
Historic Jamestowne: Preservation Virginia Property Admission$5.00$15.00

what’s included

Explore what’s included with your Preservation Virginia ticket on the map below.

1. Visitor Center 12. James Fort Archaeology
2. Footbridge 13. Archaeological Excavations
3. Wildlife 14. Hunt Shrine
4. Tercentennial Monument 15. Ed Shed
5. Angela Site 16. Dale House Café
6. New Towne 17. Archaearium
7. Monuments 18. Statehouse
8. Pocahontas Statue 19. Island Drive
9. Church Tower 20. Yeardley House, not open to the public
10. Memorial Church 21. Glasshouse
11. John Smith Statue 22. Nearby Attractions
National Park Service Property
Preservation Virginia Property

local pass

A special pass for residents! Get unlimited admission to Jamestowne Rediscovery (Preservation Virginia) for one year for just $15. 

Qualifying zip codes: 23089, 23090, 23127, 23168, 23185, 23186, 23187, 23188, 23690, 23691. Proof of residency required. 

Local Pass holders must also have an NPS pass for access to Historic Jamestowne. Local Passes admit one adult per pass. Visit the Preservation Virginia (Jamestown Rediscovery) desk in the Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center to purchase your Local Pass. 

additional ticket options

The Archaearium museum. Home of thousands of artifacts excavated at Jamestown.
The Archaearium museum, home of thousands of artifacts excavated at Jamestown.

national park service pass holders and u.s. military members

National Park Service passes for veterans, seniors, and all other guests can be found on their website: nps.gov/colo.

Admission to the Preservation Virginia (Jamestown Rediscovery) portion of Historic Jamestowne is required to access Preservation Virginia property.

admission with a valid yorktown battlefield receipt

Admission fees paid at Yorktown Battlefield cover the NPS portion of admission to Historic Jamestowne. Admission to the Preservation Virginia (Jamestown Rediscovery) portion of Historic Jamestowne is required to access Preservation Virginia property.

preservation virginia members

Holders of Preservation Virginia memberships may enter the Preservation Virginia portion of Historic Jamestowne for free. They must still pay the National Park Service entry fee. Members must present a valid Preservation Virginia pass at time of entry.

Questions? Jamestown Rediscovery staff is happy to help you navigate admission. Please give us a call at 757-856-1250 ext. 520 during operating hours or email hjvcservices@preservationvirginia.org.

Questions about Colonial National Historical Park (COLO) policies should be directed to COLO personnel at 757-898-2410 or COLO_info@nps.gov.