Visit Fredericksburg
Learn more about the many historic sites and fun activities Fredericksburg has to offer, including special Explore Downtown Fredericksburg packages, to be announced soon!
Historic Fredericksburg
Step into charming historic downtown Fredericksburg and find yourself in a timeless blend of the most fascinating of American heritage along with upbeat contemporary shopping, dining and entertainment. Learn about Fredericksburg community from The Free Lance Star.
Discounts Downtown
No trip to the Historic Half is complete without a visit to the fine downtown retailers and restaurants in this snug community of historic architecture. Shopping in Fredericksburg spans three centuries with every shop in downtown a small, one-of-a-kind, owner-operated boutique. Making it especially beneficial for all those visiting Fredericksburg during Historic Half Weekend (May 14-16, 2010), the following merchants will offer special discounts and shopping incentives.
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The Jewel Box Corner of William and Caroline 10% off except Rolex |
Brush Strokes Gallery 824 Caroline St. 10% discount May 13-17th
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Beck’s Antiques 708 Caroline Street 10% off any item |
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Legacy 800 Caroline Street 10% off all merchandise |
Pennie Rose Massage Therapy 607 William St, Suite 200 20% off current rates |
Write at Lydia’s 417 William Street 10% off all in store items |
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The Cats Closet 819 Caroline Street 10% off all non sale items |
The Silver Spider 822 Caroline Street 10% of all in store items |
Monkee’s 827 Caroline Street Free earrings with a $50 purchase |
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The Museum Store 215 William St 10% discount |
Tru Luvs Sophia Street and Amelia 3 pasta dinners from $11-$12 |
Bistro Bethem 309 William St. 15% Off total bill. |
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The Virginia Wine Experience 826 Caroline Street 15% off wine, beer & cheese (May 15-May 16) |
Courtyard by Marriott Fredericksburg 620 Caroline Street 10% off Starbuck beverages at Bistro Restaurant |
Colonial Cupcakes 611 Caroline St 15% discount on purchase (May 13-17) |
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Fudge Factory 705 Caroline Street Buy 1 lb of fudge get ½ lb free OR Buy 1 ice cream cone get 2nd one ½ price |
The Griffin Bookshop 723 Caroline Street 15% off of everything except NY Times Best Sellers |
Castiglia’s Italian Restaurant & Deli 324 William Street Buy pasta dinner, receive second at half price |
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Renato's 422 William Street 15% discount with proof of marathon participation |
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Kybecca Wine & Gourmet 402 William Street $2 off Pancetta Mac n Cheese if guests show their bib numbers |
Richard Johnston Inn

Special thanks to the
Richard Johnston Inn for on-going support of the Marine Corps Historic Half. This unique, upscale 18th century, award winning Inn offers seven beautifully appointed guest rooms and two suites in the heart of Historic Fredericksburg, just blocks away from historic sites, unique shops and a variety of wonderful restaurants.