Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center — Attraction in Gloucester Point

First off emission fee is $15 and you have 7 Days access which is all good and dandy except for the fact the museum is closed and you can access the park without paying so not only does the park lose out on revenue that could possibly up keep the park but they're also is no value.....

Secondly the museum / visitor center is very outdated and the museum is closed the staff are rather robotic and don't seem to share in the same enthusiasm for the historical significance of the park , also the flag hoisting in front of the museum in my opinion was rather disrespectful at least in my opinion, sure the American flag was respectfully folded but the other corresponding countries were just tossed into a laundry basket and they should be shown the same amount of respect for their soldiers died on the same grounds.

Thirdly the actual battlefield seems to have been forgotten most of the Canon batterys are missing and a lot of the bunkers have fallen into disrepair along with the Earth works , the actual walking trail it's just smothered blacktop haphazardly laid and most of the walking bridges are collapsing most of the podiums or information centers that are provided are either damaged or faded so bad you cannot read the information provided on them and no flags were raised on poles that were situated around the battlefield not only should this be done as a sign of respect but also to represent the actual position lines of the battlefield..... Furthermore most of the historic houses or buildings are starting to show signs of termite damage and if you have to use a restroom forget about it there are no porta potties or restroom facilities provided within the park except for the visitor center.

Trust me I really wanted to enjoy the battlefield and show my respect or at least teach my and show my children the sacrifices that were put in place to ensure their freedom but to be honest I was rather ashamed at the lack of respect and upkeep for the actual battlefield considering the two other privately/state held museums and exhibits were much more well presented...

A good place to start on the tour of the battlefield sites that defined America. The Yorktown Visitor’s Center is the perfect starting point for exploring several of the most pivotal sites in American history. The drive from the main road to the center is scenic, offering glimpses of Virginia’s historic landscape before arriving at the center. Getting to the actual center seemed a little confusing as there are arrows describing the car tours to visit various sights when leaving the center. The center is not very large. The exhibits inside are well-organized and interactive, showcasing artifacts from the Battle of Yorktown, maps, uniforms, and weaponry from the era. There is a short film that provides an good overview of the battle and its significance in the history of our American independence. The center also features a gift shop with books, souvenirs, and historical memorabilia. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable and offered suggestions regarding various tours that you could take when driving around the area. There are several well-marked signs leading visitors from the center to the surrounding area sites. The driving tours take visitors through key historic sites connected to the Siege of Yorktown (1781) and the broader Colonial National Historical Park. Overall, the Yorktown Visitor’s Center is an great stop, providing an introduction to this historic battlefield and its role in...

This site is absolutely incredible. Make sure you plan to spend an adequate amount of time here. We were there about 2.5-3 hours, but we love historical sites.

Pros: *Knowledgable historic interpreters/rangers - we listened to a scheduled 40 min. Interpretive talk on the battlefield. The ranger’s talk was so engaging and interesting. Highly recommended. *Spanish speaking Interpreter - we walked out to the monument site and were greeted by another Interpreter. He answered all our questions, and I noticed it said he was bilingual on his name tag. *Ample parking *small but interesting museum/exhibits inside. 30-45 minutes is enough for those *informative driving tour - make sure you download the battlefield app *if possible, get out and go look at redoubt #9 - there are trails, but also know it is uneasy

Cons: *gift-shop doesn’t give you a bag for your purchases *bathrooms in the visitor center are dingy and could use an update *there was a local running race and some sort of other event on site blasting music - just know it may not be as “serene” as expected *signage along the battlefield tour was not always clear - took a wrong turn a couple of times *limited dining options that are reasonably priced - nothing on-site, expensive tourist stops with premium...