Virginia, United States · North America
Colonial Beach sits on the route: 20 minutes from Cobb Island.
Colonial Beach is a town located in Virginia, United States. With a population of 3,580, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, Colonial Beach sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Colonial Beach to your route.
Colonial Beach, Virginia (CBVA) is a river and beach town located in the northwestern part of Westmoreland County on Virginia's Northern Neck peninsula. It is bounded by the Potomac River, Monroe Bay and Monroe Creek. It is located 65 mi (105 km) from Washington, D.C.; 70 mi (110 km) from the state capital ofRead more
Richmond; and 35 nautical miles from the Chesapeake Bay.
As of the 2020 census, Colonial Beach had a population of 3,908.
Colonial Beach was named Best Virginia Beach for 2018 by USA Today. In 2019, Colonial Beach was named The Nicest Place in Virginia and a finalist for Nicest Places in America by Reader's Digest.
Colonial Beach was a popular resort town in the early to mid-20th century, before the Chesapeake Bay Bridge made ocean beaches on the Eastern Shore of Maryland more accessible to visitors from Washington, D.C. The family of Alexander Graham Bell maintained a summer home in Colonial Beach, the Bell House, which still stands today. Sloan Wilson, author of The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit, retired and died in Colonial Beach. George Washington, the first President of the United States, was born nearby at what is now the George Washington Birthplace National Monument. In addition, the nearby James Monroe Family Home Site, birthplace of President James Monroe, has a replica of his birthplace.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Colonial Beach.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Colonial Beach.
Colonial Beach offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.
Plan your road trip to Colonial Beach with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Colonial Beach as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Colonial Beach is located in Virginia, United States, North America. The coordinates are 38.2546 latitude, -76.9636 longitude.
Colonial Beach has a population of approximately 3,580 people, making it a town in United States.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Colonial Beach as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Colonial Beach. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
Essential numbers in United States
AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.
Full driving guide for United StatesOther places to explore near Colonial Beach.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning