Christmas is a magical time of year and if you are planning a trip to Virginia for
the holiday celebrations you will want a room at one of the hotels near Hampton University to make sure you do not miss a minute of the excitement. With all the activities to choose from in Hampton and the surrounding area you will find yourself immersed in the magic of the Christmas season.
Your Christmas experience in Hampton should begin with the Annual Winter Wonderland Tree Lighting on December 5th. This event takes place in downtown Hampton Carousel Park and includes Christmas music by local artists, horse and carriage rides, ice skating and a visit from Santa himself.
If you want to see Christmas as it was celebrated in the 1700s take a visit to Colonial Williamsburg. Watch the lighting of the trees, make a wreath and take walking tours of this festively decorated historic town. Between Thanksgiving and the first week in January Colonial Williamsburg is alive with the Spirit of Christmas. Visit on December 6th and you can witness the splendor of the Grand Illumination fireworks display.
Another place you should visit on your stay is the Downtown Hampton on Ice. Spend the night skating to Christmas carols with your entire family. Beginning November 26th this is the perfect way to welcome in the Christmas season.
Due to its location and luxurious accommodations the Courtyard by Marriott Hampton Virginia is one of the premier hotels at Hampton University for holiday excursion. This hotel is located within minutes from all the attractions you have come to see and will provide deluxe accommodations during your stay.