What to do in Virginia Beach, VA

Activities, attractions and tours

Virginia Beach showing a beach, general coastal views and a coastal town
Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach showing a sunset and general coastal views
Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach Boardwalk featuring a sunset and a coastal town

Virginia Beach Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Virginia Beach has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Virginia Beach is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Virginia Beach to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Virginia Beach Attractions

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Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Virginia Beach attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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What to do in Virginia Beach

Discover the most popular places to visit in Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach Boardwalk which includes general coastal views and a hotel

Virginia Beach Boardwalk

5/5(49 reviews)

Soak up the atmosphere as you stroll along this oceanfront strip, the heart of Virginia Beach’s dining and entertainment scene.

Virginia Beach Boardwalk
Sandbridge Beach featuring a beach, general coastal views and surfing

Sandbridge Beach

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Escape to this quiet, family-friendly beach to enjoy fishing, strolling, dining on fresh seafood or simply relaxing on the sand.

Sandbridge Beach
Virginia Beach Convention Center

Virginia Beach Convention Center

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the events happening at Virginia Beach Convention Center during your trip to Virginia Beach. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Virginia Beach Convention Center
The Blue Angels performing some crazy low speed maneuvers.

Naval Air Station Oceana

Naval Air Station Oceana is just one of the places to see in Virginia Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

Naval Air Station Oceana
Virginia Beach Sportsplex

Virginia Beach Sportsplex

Catch an event at Virginia Beach Sportsplex during your trip to Virginia Beach. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this walkable area.

Virginia Beach Sportsplex
Ocean Breeze Waterpark

Ocean Breeze Waterpark

2.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Ocean Breeze Waterpark during your trip to Virginia Beach. Discover the seafood restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

Ocean Breeze Waterpark
Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center which includes marine life and interior views as well as a family

Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center

4/5(5 reviews)

Take the kids to this engaging, interactive science center dedicated to educating visitors on the protection and research of Virginia’s marine environment.

Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center
First Landing State Park which includes general coastal views and a beach

First Landing State Park

4/5(5 reviews)

Relax on an uncrowded beach, cycle along a winding trail and see a range of natural environments, such as swamps, wetlands and dunes.

First Landing State Park
Colonial style building on a American university.

Regent University

Walk around the campus at Regent University as part of your travels around Virginia Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

Regent University

Explore areas of Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach Convention Center

Northeast Virginia Beach

4/5(56 area reviews)

While visiting Northeast Virginia Beach, you might make a stop by sights like First Landing State Park and Neptune Statue.

Northeast Virginia Beach
Sandbridge, Virginia beach panorama under blue sky.

Sandbridge

Somewhat remote and less crowded than the main resort strip, Sandbridge offers a 4.5-mile stretch of oceanfront with lifeguard-protected waters. Nearby, find Little Island Park and easy access to shopping and dining centers at Red Mill and Courthouse.

Sandbridge
Sunup

Dam Neck

If you're spending some time in Dam Neck, Sandbridge Beach and Dam Neck Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Dam Neck
The Chesapeake Bay Foundations Brock Environmental Center and Pleasure House Point Nature Area are great areas to enjoy nature and see all kinds of wonderful birds. #birds #parks #birdwatching

Northwest

3.5/5(10 area reviews)

While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Sandler Center for the Performing Arts and Norfolk Premium Outlets.

Northwest
Main Street of Virginia Beach Town Center

Virginia Beach Town Center

One reason travelers love spending time in Virginia Beach Town Center is the stunning beaches, and Sandler Center for the Performing Arts is a top place to visit.

Virginia Beach Town Center
Graffiti Alley at night, in the Fashion District of Toronto, Ont

ViBe Creative District

If you're spending some time in ViBe Creative District, Pacific Avenue and Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.

ViBe Creative District

 

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Day trip destinations from Virginia Beach

Norfolk which includes a garden

Norfolk

Colorful sunset over riverside resort in Cambridge Maryland USA

Chesapeake

Aerial view of Pond Island Outer Banks NC OBX, coastal highway connecting the outer islands to the mainland with marina, luxury vacation homes

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Frequently asked questions

Is Virginia Beach worth visiting?
Providing a blend of nature and views, there are many things to do in Virginia Beach. When you're here, check out Virginia Beach Boardwalk, a key attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Virginia Beach?
Once you've visited major attractions like Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Sandbridge Beach, spend some time enjoying Virginia Beach's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Virginia Beach?
Don't leave without exploring Virginia Beach Boardwalk, rated the top tourist attraction in Virginia Beach.
Is three days enough to stay in Virginia Beach?
Three days in Virginia Beach is enough to enjoy the city's main highlights. Many guests stay for three days on average. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Sandbridge Beach and First Landing State Park are top-rated sights. Want to see more? Hang around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots like Norfolk - Virginia Beach.
Is Virginia Beach a walkable city?
It all depends on what you'd like to see and do in Virginia Beach. Several sights, like Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Ocean Breeze Waterpark, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Virginia Beach's best neighbourhoods, Northeast Virginia Beach is 5 kilometres away from downtown, while Dam Neck is 5 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Virginia Beach with kids?
If you are after attractions and activities for all the family, take a look at these fabulous ideas for what to do in Virginia Beach with kids.

What to do in Virginia Beach for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or fan of Mother Nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Virginia Beach for adults including Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheatre at Virginia Beach and Edgar Cayce Association for Research & Enlightenment.
Are there free things to do in Virginia Beach?
One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Virginia Beach is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without getting your cash out. Virginia Beach Boardwalk is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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