5 days in Chesapeake Bay Itinerary

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Bayside Marina and Essex County Museum and Historical Society. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like George Washington Birthplace National Monument and Menokin.

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Houston to Colonial Beach is an approximately 9-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Houston to Colonial Beach. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Houston in June, with highs in Colonial Beach at 81°F and lows at 64°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Irvington.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Thu): examine the collection at Reedville Fishermen's Museum, do a tasting at Good Luck Cellars, and then look for gifts at Northern Neck Popcorn Bag. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Fri): see the interesting displays at Steamboat Era Museum, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Historic Christ Church, and then learn about winemaking at The Dog and Oyster Vineyard Micro-Vineyard and Oyster Bar.

To find photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Irvington journey maker site.

Drive from Colonial Beach to Irvington in 1.5 hours. In June in Irvington, expect temperatures between 85°F during the day and 65°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.