Colonial Williamsburg - The Backyards & Hidden Hideaways - Alleyways, Gardens & Secret Nooks

Colonial Williamsburg is home to the historic Duke of Gloucester Street which runs directly through the old Colonial Capitol of Virginia.

Many popular and well-known homes and buildings from the 18-century are found along this area here, including places like The Governor’s Palace, The Capitol Building, Raleigh Tavern, The Post Office, Prentis Store, Silversmith, Charlton’s Coffeehouse, Merchant Square, and the homes and stores of many of the early residents of the old city, all found up and down this famous road and throughout the area.

Thoughtfully executed and often positioned behind each of these carefully restored structures, is a semi-other world of its own. Not as often seen, when traversing along Colonial Williamsburg’s main city street and pathways that intersect one another, but equally stunning to discover.

The architects and designers from that early time period crafted and positioned many intricate designs, patterns, and sophisticated yet organic layouts, within the landscapes they looked at and treated as aesthetic artwork.

The restoration efforts that continue to take place inside Colonial Williamsburg hold up this amazing skillset, allowing it to stand true as it once did, here in the modern-day. Yet many of these inventive areas are not as easily seen, and finding them along and nearby Williamsburg’s most frequented route, is truly a visual treasure hunt.

In this episode of Quest Capsule, we take you along with us to see many of the hidden gems that lie behind the Colonial structures laid out amongst the city, and in and around the Duke of Gloucester Street in Colonial Williamsburg Virginia.

An exploration we were thrilled to take during a couple of our latest visits to Colonial Williamsburg. We hope you can take the time to come along with us to take in the sights and sounds.

Colonial Williamsburg - The Backyards & Hidden Hideaways - Duke of Gloucester Street

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[amynielson]

Years ago, we found that back path with the creek, benches, and small step bridge. We sat there to eat a picnic lunch with my small children and my parents. It was so nice to stay in the outdoors where the kids could wander and not sit still in chairs to wait for their food.

[bradwatson]

People who miss this part of CW really miss out. It’s truly magical!

[signofthecalicogoose]

We have been wandering the backyards for decades! Love discovering new things. The Catherine Orr and Taliaferro-Cole gardens are two of our favorites to wander, but it's all wonderful!

[udtleui]

Do this back garden walk in the spring. It is stunning. Finish at the Governor Palace and see the tulip gardens in all their glory.

[emmasparkles]

I so very loved this video. The music, the tone, it was all so perfectly put together. Thank you for creating it and cannot wait to see more.

[scottwieser]

Thank you for taking us on truly the paths less traveled. You absolutely captured the charm, details and traquility of this magical area.

[donschmitz]

Thanks! I love your attention to detail. I share your affection for Williamsburg, which has an inexhaustible depth.

[walkingnerfwithjack]

We went for the first time in spring on a family vacation and I loved it. It was nice to revist with your videos. Thanks! I already want to go back!

[debbiel]

I was so excited this popped up in my YouTube recommendations. I thought I had watched all your Williamsburg videos, so I'm glad for this treat! This was so beautifully filmed, and the narration/music was also excellent. I can absolutely picture myself there again on a quiet morning thanks to this! I've been thinking of another visit and this has given me some new ideas on exploring! Thank you.

[debbief]

I just discovered your videos. They are wonderful! I watched several today doing chores. They are like a professional documentary. Your choice of music, the video, and you have a great speaking voice really hooked me! I grew up very close to Williamsburg and go back every year and enjoy wandering the colonial streets and never tire of their beauty!

[SpanishEclectic]

Well, isn't this lovely! I haven't been there, but did visit Old Alexandria in 2019. You caught some wonderful sights and sounds. Thank you!

[johntambolleo]

C W has always spoken to me. This was excellent, thanx

[sheldondrake]

late 70s there was some great acid around W&M, we used to love wandering these back gardens tripping absolute BALLS. Security would roust us but all we had to do was flash our college IDs and we could go on our way.

[darlenesbristow]

Ha-you were in my backyard. 🥰 It’s a HUGE Blessing living here. So cool to see things from your perspective. 😊

[robertspayd]

Beautifully done and narrated . You have a great voice and words for these videos . This should be your be your regular job .

[lightdancedesigns]

Thanks again, guys! Beautifully done! You've even got the music perfect! :)

[Kevin-kbuq]

Another awesome video! This captured many angles the "average" visitor probably doesn't stop and take the time to notice.

[kellydooling]

love this video and just subscribed. cw is one of my favorite places in the u.s. and i just don’t get to visit enough. thanks for giving me some insight. i had no idea guests could just open gates and explore the backyards and gardens like this!

[PTAdventures]

So very beautiful!! Video is out together amazingly! What a great place!

[laurenm]

6:35 One of my favorite spots! The tree is just stunning. Which month were these images shot? Gorgeous lighting.