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|label1=Location
|value1=[[Yorktown, Virginia|Yorktown]], York County
|label2=Setting
|value2=York River waterfront
|label3=Known for
|value3=River views, waterfront strolls, shops, and events
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|value4=[[Yorktown Beach]] and [[Yorktown Battlefield]]
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Riverwalk Landing is a compact waterfront destination where a visit to [[Yorktown, Virginia|Yorktown]] can shift easily from a stroll beside the York River to a meal, a browse through local shops, or time on the water. Its pedestrian path links the waterfront with the [[Yorktown Battlefield]] and the [[American Revolution Museum at Yorktown]], making it a useful stop between historic sites as well as a destination in its own right.<ref>{{Cite web
|url=https://www.visityorktown.org/153/Riverwalk-Landing
|title=Riverwalk Landing
|website=Visit Yorktown
|publisher=York County Economic & Tourism Development
|access-date=October 22, 2026
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|url=https://www.visityorktown.org/156/River-View
|title=River View
|website=Visit Yorktown
|publisher=York County Economic & Tourism Development
|access-date=October 22, 2026
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== Why go ==
Come for the open river views and unhurried waterfront atmosphere, or use the landing as a convenient outdoor pause during a day exploring Yorktown. The mile-long pedestrian route connects the battlefield area with the museum, passing the landing along the way. Visitors can also make time for the nearby beach, waterfront dining, specialty shops, and events that take place through the year.<ref>{{Cite web
|url=https://www.visityorktown.org/545/Outdoor-Adventures
|title=Outdoor Adventures
|website=Visit Yorktown
|publisher=York County Economic & Tourism Development
|access-date=October 22, 2026
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|url=https://www.visityorktown.org/153/Riverwalk-Landing
|title=Riverwalk Landing
|website=Visit Yorktown
|publisher=York County Economic & Tourism Development
|access-date=October 22, 2026
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== Highlights ==
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<h3>Riverfront walk</h3>
Follow the pedestrian path along the York River for views toward the Coleman Bridge and Gloucester Point. The route links the Yorktown Battlefield area and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown; check local visitor information for current conditions and route details.<ref>{{Cite web
|url=https://www.visityorktown.org/156/River-View
|title=River View
|website=Visit Yorktown
|publisher=York County Economic & Tourism Development
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|title=Yorktown Beach
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|text=Pair a waterfront walk with time at Yorktown’s beach. Check local guidance for current beach conditions and any seasonal information before setting out.
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<h3>Piers and boating</h3>
Riverwalk Landing’s piers serve recreational boaters, with day and overnight dockage available by arrangement. Facilities, services, reservations, and operating details vary by season; confirm current information with York County before planning a stop by boat.<ref>{{Cite web
|url=https://www.yorkcounty.gov/facilities/facility/details/Riverwalk-Landing-Boat-Docks-15
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|website=York County, Virginia
|publisher=York County
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<h3>Shops, dining, and events</h3>
Browse waterfront shops, choose a place to eat, or look for seasonal markets, concerts, and other public events. Event dates and participating businesses change, so consult the official visitor calendar when planning.
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== History and character ==
Riverwalk Landing is a modern waterfront development built by York County in 2005. It brings shops, restaurants, gathering and performance spaces, parking, and piers together along Yorktown’s historic riverfront.<ref>{{Cite web
|url=https://www.visityorktown.org/153/Riverwalk-Landing
|title=Riverwalk Landing
|website=Visit Yorktown
|publisher=York County Economic & Tourism Development
|access-date=October 22, 2026
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The landing’s setting connects its contemporary visitor amenities with Yorktown’s Revolutionary-era story. The river and nearby battlefield were part of the landscape of the 1781 campaign, while the waterfront today offers a different way to experience the area: on foot, from the beach, or from the water. For the broader story, explore [[Siege of Yorktown]] and [[Yorktown Battlefield]].

== Planning a trip ==
Riverwalk Landing is at the Yorktown waterfront, at 425 Water Street. The Yorktown Welcome Center is nearby and can assist with trip planning, visitor information, and questions about pier reservations and accessible floating-wheelchair reservations. Confirm current services and opening hours directly before your visit, as they can vary by season.<ref>{{Cite web
|url=https://visityorktown.org/885/Yorktown-Welcome-Center
|title=Yorktown Welcome Center
|website=Visit Yorktown
|publisher=York County Economic & Tourism Development
|access-date=October 22, 2026
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For a longer outing, combine the riverfront walk with Yorktown Beach or the historic sites uphill and along the connected route. Public parking is available in the Riverwalk Landing parking terrace; the county also describes a free, accessible Yorktown Trolley serving stops around Historic Yorktown. Check current parking guidance, trolley service, and any event-related changes before travelling.<ref>{{Cite web
|url=https://visityorktown.org/175/FAQs
|title=Frequently Asked Questions
|website=Visit Yorktown
|publisher=York County Economic & Tourism Development
|access-date=October 22, 2026
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The waterfront is an outdoor place, so conditions and activities may be affected by weather, river conditions, or special events. If you are planning a boat visit, beach time, or a trip around a scheduled event, verify the latest information with York County or Visit Yorktown.

== Explore nearby ==
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|title=Yorktown, Virginia
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|text=Explore the historic community around the waterfront, including its Main Street and Revolutionary-era landmarks.
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|title=Yorktown Battlefield
|link=Yorktown Battlefield
|text=Visit the landscape associated with the 1781 siege and the end of major fighting in the American Revolution.
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|title=American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
|link=American Revolution Museum at Yorktown
|text=Explore the Revolution through indoor exhibits and outdoor living-history areas.
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{{Nearby card
|title=Colonial National Historical Park
|link=Colonial National Historical Park
|text=Discover the national park sites and historic landscapes of Yorktown and Jamestown.
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{{Nearby card
|title=Williamsburg, Virginia
|link=Williamsburg, Virginia
|text=Plan a wider Historic Triangle visit with historic sites, museums, dining, and family attractions.
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== References ==
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== External links ==
* [https://www.visityorktown.org/153/Riverwalk-Landing Riverwalk Landing — Visit Yorktown]
* [https://www.visityorktown.org/156/River-View River View — Visit Yorktown]
* [https://www.yorkcounty.gov/facilities/facility/details/Riverwalk-Landing-Boat-Docks-15 Riverwalk Landing Boat Docks — York County]
* [https://visityorktown.org/885/Yorktown-Welcome-Center Yorktown Welcome Center — Visit Yorktown]
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