Dog-Friendly Activities in Gloucester, VA

There are 2 dog-friendly activities in Gloucester, and 33 more nearby. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Gloucester.

Pet Friendly Gloucester Brewing Company
Gloucester Brewing Company Leashed dogs can join you on both lower decks and the front patio outside Gloucester Brewing Company, a pet-friendly brewery in Gloucester, VA. Sip on a variety of their craft beers. The outdoor spaces offer heaters or are enclosed to keep you and Fido comfortable in colder weather. Food trucks frequently visit the brewery on weekends. You are also welcome to have food delivered from a nearby eatery. Water dishes are available for canine guests upon request. See Details
Pet Friendly Brent & Becky's
Brent & Becky's Brent & Becky's is a pet-friendly retail store and garden center in Gloucester, VA. Walk along the many different garden paths with Fido in tow as you explore their four-acre display garden and shop for high-quality bulbs and plants. See Details
Historic Jamestowne Historic Jamestowne is a pet-friendly attraction in Jamestown, VA. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you on the grounds as you walk in the footsteps of Pocahontas and John Smith at the original site of the first permanent English settlement in North America. Fido is also welcome to tag along on the Island Loop Drive; however, he is not allowed inside any buildings. See Details
Williamsburg Antique Mall The Williamsburg Antique Mall in Williamsburg, VA, is a dog-friendly shop where four-legged treasure hunters to browse their 45,000-square-foot shop for antiques and collectibles. With over 300 dealers, you'll find buys on just about anything from vintage jewelry to exquisite antique furniture. Pick up a sweet treat from the on-site cafe and enjoy it at one of the outdoor tables with your pup. See Details
Williamsburg Charter Sails Check out the dog-friendly Williamsburg Charter Sails in Gloucester Point, VA. They offer six different types of cruises and welcome Fido to join you on board for no extra fee. Their most popular sailboat charter lets you relax as you feel the wind in your hair or become a member of the crew. While on the water, you can navigate the York River and take in 200 years of history that links Yorktown with Williamsburg and beyond to the Chesapeake Bay. See Details
Colonial Ghosts Colonial Ghosts is a pet-friendly tour in Williamsburg, VA. Your leashed pup can join you as you take a spooky stroll with a tour guide who will share stories based on research and haunting eyewitness interviews. This attraction is among the Top 10 Ghost Tours in the United States. See Details
Colonial Williamsburg Colonial Williamsburg is a pet-friendly attraction in Williamsburg, VA. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you in exploring the grounds of the nation's largest living history museum. You'll meet dozens of costumed interpreters in period dress and see original buildings from the 18th century. Please note that dogs aren't allowed inside the historic buildings or on the shuttles. See Details
Alewerks Brewing Company Alewerks Brewing Company is pet-friendly. Bring Fido to hang out on the patio and beer garden. Your pooch is invited to keep you company while you sample seasonal brews and Alewerks classics, and water is available on request for four-legged guests. See Details
Copper Fox Distillery Copper Fox Distillery is a dog-friendly distillery in Williamsburg, VA. Leashed dogs are welcome in the tasting room, patio and garden. Try some hand-crafted whisky or one of several cocktails while Fido enjoys a fresh bowl of water. Charcuterie boards and flatbreads are available for snacking. See Details
Jamestown Beach Event Park Jamestown Beach Event Park in Williamsburg, VA is a scenic dog-friendly spot attracting locals and visitors to the waterfront. Open from 8am until sunset, the park features shaded picnic areas, charcoal grills, a designated fishing area, observation station, paddle craft launch area, and concession stand. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 8 feet while in the park, but are permitted to swim freely if under voice control of their owner. There is also a designated off-leash area near the park entrance which is free to visitors. Please note that the off-leash area closes and is not accessible during special events. See Details
Williamsburg General Store Williamsburg General Store is pet-friendly. Bring your leashed pooch along for a stroll down the aisles of this throwback shopping experience. Inside, you'll discover all sorts of simply southern and Williamsburg finds. They are open Sunday through Thursday from 10am to 9pm and Friday to Saturday from 10am to 10pm. See Details
Williamsburg Botanical Garden The Williamsburg Botanical Garden is a dog-friendly, 2-acre garden located within Freedom Park in Williamsburg, VA. It's free to visit and open every day of the year, including Sundays and holidays, from 7:00 a.m. until sunset. The Garden is ADA Compliant, and leashed canines are welcome to bring their well-behaved humans to enjoy learning about plants and gardening in their area. See Details
Spooks and Legends Spooks and Legends is a dog-friendly haunted tour in Williamsburg, VA. The Dead of Night Ghost Tour, Witches & Pirates Tour, and Conspiracy Tour are the only excursions in town given in colonial costume and done in first-person character, playing the part of a returning ghost of the past. All are entirely outdoors on paved streets. Friendly, leashed dogs are allowed on all tours. See Details
Jamestown-Scotland Ferry The Jamestown-Scotland Ferry is a dog-friendly ferry that runs from the Historic Jamestown area across the river to Surry, VA. The ferry does not charge an admission fee to ride, and operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including major holidays. Reservations are not accepted, and takes approximately 15-20 minutes to cross the river one way. Leashed dogs are allowed on the ferry deck, and owners must maintain control of them at all times. Only service animals are allowed in the passenger lounge. See Details
Yorktown Victory Monument Yorktown Victory Monument is a pet-friendly destination in Virginia's Colonial National Historical Park. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along as you visit this spot commemorating the 1781 victory at Yorktown and the alliance with France that ended the American Revolution. A walking path is also nearby. See Details
Machicomoco State Park Fido is welcome to join you at the pet-friendly Machicomoco State Park in Hayes, VA. This park features a paved trail along the main road as well as camping, wildlife viewing, picnic shelters, and more. Please note that pets must be on a leash under six feet and you must bring proof of current rabies vaccination. Pets are not allowed in any indoor public facilities and must be cleaned up after. See Details
Yorktown Battlefield Fido is welcome to join you at the pet-friendly Yorktown Battlefield in Yorktown, VA. Enjoy walking the grounds and exploring the site of the last major battle of the Revolutionary War with your furry friend. You can also do a driving tour of the area. Please note that pets must be leashed and clean up after. Pets can't be left unattended and they are not permitted within the brick wall of the National Cemetery. See Details
Waller Mill Dog Park If a member, Fido is invited to play at the Waller Mill Dog Park in Williamsburg, VA. The park features two separate areas for small and large dogs with benches. Please refer to their website to become a member or how to apply for a daily pass. See Details
Newport News Park Bring your pup to the pet-friendly Newport News Park in Newport News, VA. This community recreation area spans more than 7,500 acres and features opportunities for hiking, biking, picnicking, paddle boarding and freshwater fishing. Leashed dogs are welcome, but please clean up after them. See Details
Haven Beach This dog-friendly beach on the Chesapeake Bay has a comfortable sandy bottom shoreline, designated swimming areas, light facilities and parking. A tidal lagoon, marshes and shrubby areas provide natural habitats for a multitude of shorebirds and the like. See Details
Gloucester, VA, US