Visit Gloucester Virginia

06/01/2026

Did you know that Gloucester became a part of the U.S. Civil Rights Trail! Learn more about our partner sites and why Gloucester's history is so very important.

✨ Do you represent an attraction with an important Civil Rights story to share?
🛣️ The Virginia Civil Rights Trail is continuing to grow, and eligible sites are encouraged to apply for inclusion. Participation elevates underrepresented stories, connects sites to a national audience, and supports heritage tourism statewide.
✍️ To learn more and review the criteria, check out the 🔗 in the comments to explore the opportunity and apply.
📧 For questions, email Jane Lammay at Virginia Tourism Corporation at jlammay @ virginia dot org.
📸 One of the newest sites in Gloucester County on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail. Photo courtesy of Virginia is for Lovers.

05/31/2026

Thank you for visiting !!

05/29/2026

Discover Gloucester in a whole new way with the Gloucester Passport! This exciting initiative celebrates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and Gloucester County’s 375th anniversary by encouraging visitors to explore local businesses, historic sites, attractions, and outdoor destinations.

Visitors can use the passport to access special offers at participating locations, discover new experiences, and enter quarterly giveaway drawings by sharing photos from their Gloucester adventures. The passport will be available at hotels, campgrounds, visitor centers, vacation rentals, and tourism partner locations throughout the county.

Local businesses, attractions, and sites are invited to participate. Interested locations can submit an online application, and the Tourism team will be in touch with next steps.

https://form.jotform.com/261474235859063

The Gloucester Passport is helping connect travelers with the people, places, and experiences that make Gloucester unique.

05/29/2026

Partner Spotlight: Sweet Tooth Cafe
We are incredibly thankful for our TBEX partner, Sweet Tooth, for hosting a welcome lunch to start our influencer guests trip off right!

Sweet Tooth is known locally for their gourmet wraps and sandwiches and overflowing dessert counter. We’re proud to provide an opportunity to highlight their flavors through TBEX.

Thank you, Sweet Tooth, for making your patio a warm place for our guests to land.

05/28/2026

Machicomoco State Park was recently featured by Virginia State Parks for its incredible mix of history, wildlife, water access, and scenic trails. From kayaking along the York River to exploring the interpretive pavilion honoring Virginia Indian history, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Whether you’re planning a family outing, a peaceful nature walk, or a weekend camping trip, Machicomoco is truly one of Gloucester’s hidden gems. Check out the article for 5 great ways to experience the park!

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Machicomoco State Park is Virginia's 40th state park and is truly a special place to visit. The park has a unique history and is surrounded by diverse wildlife habitats that provide a perfect place to anyone to enjoy.

05/28/2026

We are excited for day 2 of filming! Tuesday went great and we would like to give a huge historic shout out to those that took time to come read! We will be in the court circle today from 1-2pm. Stop by to read a sentence, or two, or more!

No acting experience needed!

***Weather Update! We will still be filming today but will be inside. Come on down to the court circle to be a part of the reading!***

A Community Film Project Honoring the Arrival of the Declaration of Independence in Gloucester

According to a letter written by Virginia Governor John Page on July 20, 1776, news of the Declaration of Independence had likely reached Gloucester by that time — or shortly thereafter — carrying with it the words that would forever change a nation.

To commemorate this historic moment, Gloucester County is creating “Voices of Independence,” a community film project that brings the Declaration to life through the voices of the people of Gloucester today.

We are seeking community members of all ages to volunteer to read selected passages from the Declaration of Independence on camera in Gloucester’s historic Court Circle.

Location: Historic Court Circle, Gloucester, VA
Filming Dates: May 26 or May 28 1-2PM
No acting experience necessary!

Participants will help honor Gloucester’s connection to this pivotal moment in American history while preserving the enduring power of the Declaration’s words for future generations. Whether you read a single sentence or a full passage, your voice can become part of this meaningful community tribute.