The Hatchery TO SPEND YOUR DAYS Enjoy a waterfront stay at The Tides Inn , where maritime and heritage meet luxury. 5 WAYS Since 1958, the Urbanna Oyster Festival has been serving up oysters every which way: raw, roasted, fried, and stewed. Browse the Steptoe’s District more than 50 boutiques, antiques, and eateries in downtown Kilmarnock. COURTESY OF TIDES INN; HANNAH ARMSTRONG (4); BILL CR ABTREE, JR . Visit the George Washington Birthplace National Monument that marks the birthplace of the first U.S. president in Westmoreland County. Follow the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail to eight area wineries for tastings, tours, pairings, and special events. CHESAPEAKE BAY | Virginia Travel Guide 85