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Fall Itinerary
Below, you will find a travel guide filled with several days worth of fun and engaging ways to learn from our experts, connect with nature, explore our local communities, dine, shop, and relax.
SHORELINE STROLL
When you arrive at the Tides, explore our Shoreline Trail and walk along Carter’s Creek and our new Oyster Reef. During your stroll, learn about our recent restoration project that included the addition of 42 new trees, 10,600 shoreline plants and 10,900 upland plants.
WINE AND CHEESE SUNSET CRUISE
Set sail on a picturesque sunset cruise around Carter’s Creek with a bottle of wine, cheese and seasonal fruit. A Tides Inn captain will navigate you through the beauty and history of our waterways.
DINNER AT SALT & MEADOW
Visit our new restaurant, Salt & Meadow. Indulge in delicious seafood such as our Black Sea Bass, Crab Angolotti, Steamboat Wharf Oysters and more.
IN-ROOM DINING WITH A VIEW
Enjoy breakfast in bed…with a view. Place your order for the Blue Crab Omelet, Smoked Salmon Bagel, or Breakfast Burrito from our In-Room Dining Menu.
MORNING AT THE SPA
Designed as a tranquil and intimate environment, The Spa at the Tides Inn offers a variety of therapeutic, relaxing and rejuvenating treatments. Try our Himalayan Salt Stone Massage, Rappahannock Renewal Body Treatment or Revitalizing Facial.
LUNCH AT FISH HAWK
Enjoy seafood classics and creative beverages at Fish Hawk, an indoor raw bar and casual setting. Choose from our favorite dishes such as the Tuna Poke Bowl, Soft-Shell Crab BLT or Achiote Shrimp Tacos. Dine along the waterfront while you sip on your favorite fall cocktail.
CHESAPEAKE GOLD
Guided by our ecologist, Will Smiley, learn why Eastern Oysters are the keystone species of the Chesapeake Bay. Boarding a traditional watermen’s boat, you may visit an oyster farm, pull up oyster cages, investigate and sort the catch. Upon returning to the shore, learn how to grade oysters and watch a waterman grill them to perfection.
DINNER IN TOWN
In the evening, take one of our cruiser bikes for a short ride into town and dine at a local restaurant, such as The Office Bistro, Dredge, Vine, or Colonnade. Take the Tides shuttle to Adrift, a bistro located in White Stone.
GARDEN TOUR
Join our resident horticulturist, Matt Little, for a leisurely bike ride to the Tides Inn Farm to tour our vegetable garden and bee meadow and check out the mushrooms growing along the Forest Trail. Fun fact: Much of the fresh-grown produce you’ll see is destined for Salt & Meadow restaurant.
BOUTIQUE SHOPPING
We invite you to pay a visit to the Tides Inn Boutique for an array of clothing, gifts and regional gourmet snacks. The town of Irvington has unique shops and boutiques to visit, too, such as Sweet Tea Boutique and Irvington Home Goods.
CLAY & CHARDONNAY
Sip on fine wine as you mold and shape clay under the guidance of our resident artist, Theresa. Join us for a delightful evening of art and relaxation.
PICNIC AT SUNSET
For a memorable dinner, reserve one of our pop-up picnic experiences. Our team will set up your movable feast at your choice of the following three cozy picnic spots, Forest Trail, Sunset Bluff or aboard a Duffy Boat.
MORNING YOGA
Set your intentions for the day during a short yoga session that will strengthen, align and warm up your body for the adventures to come.
POTTERY ON THE WHEEL
Our resident artist, Theresa, will guide you step-by-step to master the pottery wheel as you make your own unique piece. This class includes one clay mold to be glazed, fired and shipped after the session.
AFTERNOON AT THE TIDES
The world is your oyster — learn the uniqueness of wine varietals in our Wine 101 workshop or discover our new Woodland Trail on bike or on foot. Test your skills and win a prize with our new scavenger hunt that may take you to places such as the View Room, Marina, Woodland Trail and more. Our scavenger hunt is great for adults and children alike.
DINNER AT SALT & MEADOW
On your last night, enjoy dishes you might have missed, such as the guest favorites – Pan Seared Duck Breast, Virginia Blue Crab Agnolotti and Grilled Spanish Octopus. For a nightcap, order a signature cocktail at the new bar adorned by our iconic liquor lockers.
DEPARTURE DAY
Start your day off with our Morning Stretch class, play a game of pickleball on our courts, visit the Historic Christ Church, or stop by the nearby Steamboat Era Museum to learn about the era of the steamboats that plied the waters of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. The day of departure is yours to enjoy. You might choose to spend your time doing something new, or by revisiting an activity you found especially fun or enriching.