Surry Attractions
The city of Surry, VA takes an unusual spelling compared to the of Surrey in England or the city of Surrey in British Columbia. This nice Virginia town has lots to offer visitors. The city is full of history, having been chartered in 1652. While touring this city, visitors will be pleased to discover fine restaurants, lovingly restored colonial architecture, and a multitude of historical markers.
Bacon's Castle
Bacon's Castle located in Surry was built in the mid to late 17th Century and looks much as it did back then, the only exception being the Greek Revival Addition added in the mid 19th Century. Bacon's Castle is furnished in period pieces and decorated in the fashions of the time. A museum store is located on site and sells mementos of the castle.
Chippokes Plantation State Park
The Chippokes Plantation State Park located near Surry is a pleasant place to spend an afternoon or to stay overnight. The park is located on the James River and features a swimming complex, visitor's center, picnic sites, and a campground. Hiking and biking trails wind their way through the park.
Smith's Fort Plantation
The Smith's Fort Plantation is located in the pleasant town of Surry. Built over an eleven year timeframe from 1751 till 1765, this home was once the home of Jacob Faulcon and his family. The house is decorated in the fashions of the mid 18th Century and many interesting artifacts along with the family history are on display. The home is near the James River and the well kept grounds make for pleasant strolling.
Hours
March 1 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
April 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
November 1 to November 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
American Independance Day (July 4)
Surry Nuclear Information Center
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about Nuclear Energy at the Surry Nuclear Information Center. Models and interactive displays are used to help educate the public about nuclear power stations.
Surry Nuclear Information Center
5570 Hog Island Road
Surry, VA 23883
United States
5570 Hog Island Road
Surry, VA 23883
United States
Phone 1 (757) 357-5410
Fax 1 (757) 357-4711
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)