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Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park: fees, hours, camping and when to visit

Updated October 30, 2026. Based on National Park Service data. Published by Humblebee.

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Historic Jamestowne is a unit of the U.S. National Park System in Virginia, listed as part of Colonial National Historical Park[2]. NPS lists an adult entrance fee of $15 per person[3].

Entrance fees and passes

Fees as listed by the National Park Service. Fees change, so confirm on the park's official fees page before you go.

Fee or pass Price
Per Person[3] $15
Annual Entrance - Park[4] $45

The America the Beautiful pass is accepted here[5].

America the Beautiful passes cover entrance fees at national parks and other federal recreation sites.

Pass Who can get it Price
Resident Annual Pass[6] US citizens and residents $80
Non-Resident Annual Pass[6] Non-US residents $250
Senior Annual Pass[6] US citizens and residents 62+ years old $20
Senior Lifetime Pass[6] US citizens and residents 62+ years old $80
Military Annual Pass[6] Current US military and dependents Free
Military Lifetime Pass[6] Gold Star Family members and veterans Free
Access Pass[6] US citizens and residents with permanent disability Free
4th Grade Pass[6] US 4th graders Free
Volunteer Pass[6] Federal recreation site volunteers with 250 service hours Free

When to visit and hours

NPS lists entrance gate hours[7] of 8:45 am[7] to 4:30 pm[7], daily. No one may enter before or after those times, and that includes people on bikes or on foot[7]. NPS lists closures on Thanksgiving Day[7] and Christmas Day[7]. New Year's Day is also listed[7]. The Glasshouse lists the same three closures[8]. NPS points to its own weather and seasons page for conditions[9]. NPS lists 1 visitor center, the Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center[1].

Pets and dogs

Under the national NPS pet rule, pets must be crated, caged or on a leash of six feet or shorter where they are allowed[10]. Pets are not allowed in public buildings, with service animals excepted[10]. NPS marks pets as permitted on 2 of its 5 listed things to do, Island Loop Drive and Birding[11]. Each park can close more areas to pets, so check the park page[10].

Before you go

Questions people ask

How much does it cost to enter Historic Jamestowne?
NPS lists an adult entrance fee of $15 per person[3]. The Colonial annual pass is listed at $45[4].
What are the hours at Historic Jamestowne?
NPS lists entrance gate hours[7] of 8:45 am[7] to 4:30 pm[7], daily. Closures are listed for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day[7].
Can I use an America the Beautiful pass here?
Yes, NPS lists that the park accepts the America the Beautiful pass for entrance[5]. NPS lists the Resident Annual Pass at $80[6].
Are dogs allowed at Historic Jamestowne?
NPS marks pets as permitted on Island Loop Drive and Birding[11]. Pets must be on a leash of six feet or shorter where allowed, and not in public buildings[10].
What is there to do at Historic Jamestowne?
NPS lists 5 things to do, including the Archaearium, Glasshouse Ruins, Island Loop Drive, Glasshouse and Birding[11]. NPS also lists Junior Ranger Program and Living History among its activities[12].

Facts and sources

  1. Visitor centers listed by NPS: 1 (Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center). National Park Service
  2. Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park is a unit of the U.S. National Park System (designation: Part of Colonial National Historical Park) in Virginia. National Park Service
  3. Entrance fee, Per Person: $15. National Park Service
  4. Annual Entrance - Park: $45. National Park Service
  5. Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park accepts the America the Beautiful (interagency) pass for entrance. National Park Service
  6. America the Beautiful pass prices (table on this page). NPS Passes
  7. Operating hours, Operating Hours & Seasons: The Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center has public access to the Preservation Virginia Museum store, indoor public restrooms and for fee collection. Entrance Gate hours are from 8:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Daily. No... National Park Service
  8. Operating hours, Glasshouse: The Glasshouse parking area is the first right after you pass through the entrance gate. Park and follow the path to the Glasshouse. Public restrooms are available at this location. English America's first industry was... National Park Service
  9. NPS weather and seasons overview for Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park. National Park Service
  10. National Park Service rule 36 CFR 2.15: where pets are allowed they must be crated, caged or on a leash no longer than six feet at all times, and pets are not allowed in public buildings, on public transportation or on designated swimming beaches (service... eCFR, 36 CFR 2.15
  11. NPS lists 5 things to do at Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park: Archaearium, Glasshouse Ruins, Island Loop Drive, Glasshouse, Birding. Pets permitted on 2 of them (Island Loop Drive, Birding). National Park Service
  12. Activities NPS lists for Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park: Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Living History, First Person Interpretation, Junior Ranger Program. National Park Service

Fees and hours are what NPS lists in its data at the snapshot date. They change: tell readers to confirm on the official park page before a trip. Visits are NPS recreation visits (counted entries, not unique people). Use them only for this park's own months and years, never to rank parks. Campground list and site counts come from NPS and Recreation.gov records. Count fields can differ slightly between the two. The pet rule is the national baseline (36 CFR 2.15). The park may close more areas to pets. Do not claim specific trails allow dogs unless a fact says so.