With year-round sunshine, Hampton is a haven for outdoor lovers all year long. But with its beautiful fall leaves providing a brilliant kaleidoscope of stunning reds, greens, and golds, there’s no better time to visit Hampton than in the autumn!
1 of 5
2 of 5
3 of 5
4 of 5
5 of 5
Hampton is a city by the sea, a rich legacy you can experience firsthand along the 570- acre Grandview Nature Preserve, which encompasses salt marshes, tidal creeks, and the majestic Chesapeake Bay beachfront. Even if it’s too chilly to swim, there’s no better place to watch the horizon and breathe in the fresh sea-salt air than on the Buckroe Beach Pier or aboard one of several charter fishing boats.
Love history? A trip to Hampton is like travelling through four centuries of America’s story. Hampton witnessed the 1619 landing of the first Africans brought to English North America. Completed in 1834, Fort Monroe was nicknamed “Freedom’s Fortress” because its walls provided a safe haven for thousands of formerly enslaved men and women during the Civil War. Across the harbor, Fort Wool, dating to 1819, played vital roles in the Civil War and both World Wars.
You’ve probably worked up an appetite after all this adventure. You’re sure to find something to savor in Downtown Hampton, Fort Monroe, Phoebus, Coliseum Central, or one of the many hidden hot spots on the way. Our celebrated artisans have also brewed or distilled craft beverages that toast the turn of the season. Wherever you dine or unwind, you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome and Hampton’s customary Southern hospitality.
Hampton features a selection of name-brand hotels, as well as charming bed & breakfasts. If a tent or RV is more your style, the Colonies Travel Park is located on Chesapeake Bay and provides easy access to a host of local activities, while the Sandy Bottom Nature Park offers yurts large enough for the family amidst a canopy of fall leaves. Bring the dog to enjoy the hiking paths and Bark Park.
Have an unforgettable fall in Hampton! To plan your trip, please check out visithampton.com.
