Quality of Life

The Benefits of Living & Working in James City County

James City County is the perfect blend of friendly, small-town feel and big-city culture and resources. Each year, millions of visitors come here to enjoy:

  • World-class museums dedicated to fine arts, crafts, maritime history, American history and the natural environment
  • Championship golf
  • Award-winning hotels and dining
  • Incredible shopping
  • Organized sports and tournaments
  • Hiking, biking and water activities

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198 holes of golf

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8 miles of dedicated biking trails along the Virginia Capital Trail

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152 miles of shoreline along the James, York and Chickahominy Rivers

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48 miles of trails in 17 parks
covering 1,592 acres of land

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3 major historical sites at Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown

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Continuing education through the College of W&M, TNCC and more than 12 additional colleges within and hour's drive

You’ll find a full range of housing options, an award-winning local school system, outstanding higher and continuing education opportunities, low crime rate, access to exceptional health care—all the amenities and services of a major metropolitan area, with warm southern charm.

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Parks & Trails
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Fishing & Watersport

Healthcare

From a large selection of primary care and specialty physicians to top-rated emergency and urgent care facilities, residents and visitors have access to all be best in modern healthcare choices.

  • Sentara Regional Medical Center
  • Riverside Doctors' Hospital
  • TPMG
  • Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters
  • Research/medical Richmond & Norfolk

Education


Discover top-notch education at all levels:
  • Williamsburg-James City County Schools is one of only 13 state school divisions that earned full accreditation in 2017
  • Home to the Historic Triangle Campus of Thomas Nelson Community College
  • Easy access to the College of William & Mary, one of the nation's top universities

​Recreation & Tourism


Explore James City County's many recreational opportunities enjoyed by residents and visitors:

  • Attractions
  • Dining & Shopping
  • Golf Courses
  • Historic Sites & Museums
  • Parks & Trails
  • Accommodations