Jamie's Guidebook
Sightseeing & Things To Do
Whether you seek an exciting adventure or a relaxing time seaside, or maybe just the perfect photo-op at sunrise, you can find it all at the Virginia Beach Boardwalk.
The Virginia Beach Boardwalk, at the Oceanfront, is a 28-feet wide marvel that stretches three miles from 2nd to 40th Street and features a separate bike path, ideal for strolling, rollerblading and biking. Entertainment is offered nightly during the summer months and four oceanfront stages at 7th, 17th, and 24th and 31st Streets provide live musical acts. Along the boardwalk, there’s a variety of quaint outdoor restaurants and vendors offering bike and surrey rentals. Nautical sculptures adorn many of the side streets which lead to Atlantic Avenue. While there, don't forget to swing by and see King Neptune – a twenty-four foot, twelve-ton bronze statue that stands at the gateway to Neptune Festival Park on 31st Street. This is perhaps one of the most popular photo opportunities in the resort area.
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Virginia Beach Boardwalk
Virginia Beach BoardwalkWhether you seek an exciting adventure or a relaxing time seaside, or maybe just the perfect photo-op at sunrise, you can find it all at the Virginia Beach Boardwalk.
The Virginia Beach Boardwalk, at the Oceanfront, is a 28-feet wide marvel that stretches three miles from 2nd to 40th Street and features a separate bike path, ideal for strolling, rollerblading and biking. Entertainment is offered nightly during the summer months and four oceanfront stages at 7th, 17th, and 24th and 31st Streets provide live musical acts. Along the boardwalk, there’s a variety of quaint outdoor restaurants and vendors offering bike and surrey rentals. Nautical sculptures adorn many of the side streets which lead to Atlantic Avenue. While there, don't forget to swing by and see King Neptune – a twenty-four foot, twelve-ton bronze statue that stands at the gateway to Neptune Festival Park on 31st Street. This is perhaps one of the most popular photo opportunities in the resort area.
A local favorite! Art scene and locally owned small businesses and restaurants offering a unique atmosphere and array of restaurants, coffee shops, breweries and retail merchants.
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ViBe Creative District
611 18th StA local favorite! Art scene and locally owned small businesses and restaurants offering a unique atmosphere and array of restaurants, coffee shops, breweries and retail merchants.
Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art
2200 Parks AveEdgar Cayce's A.R.E. Health Center & Spa
215 67th StVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
717 General Booth BlvdRudee Inlet Parasail
200 Winston Salem AveOcean Breeze Waterpark
849 General Booth BlvdPier fishing in the heart of the resort area. No fishing license required. Hours vary by season. Pier operates from 6:00 AM to Midnight from May 28th through October 31st.
Call for fall/spring hours
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Virginia Beach Fishing Pier
Virginia Beach Fishing PierPier fishing in the heart of the resort area. No fishing license required. Hours vary by season. Pier operates from 6:00 AM to Midnight from May 28th through October 31st.
Call for fall/spring hours
This 15,000 square foot beach park features wheelchair accessible entrances and an incredible playground that includes poured-in-place surfacing, raised sand tables for sandcastle building at an accessible height, a sensory board for children who are autistic and visually impaired, and a sway boat. The playground also boasts sculptural features such as dolphins, a surfboard, and a wave that are all fully accessible for children to pretend to ride the waves and swim with the dolphins. Wood polymer decking extends from the playground to accessible seating areas with an umbrella and hand-operated sand scoop designed to be used by a person in a wheelchair, allowing everyBODY to play in the sand. Amenities: -Fully Accessible Playground -Beach Wheelchairs that are FREE to use (available as first come first serve) -Between April 1 - October 1 beach chairs are available for use in the small Grommet --Island "park" area (supply is limited and available as first come first serve) -An attendant should be available between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. for assistance -Public Restrooms
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Grommet Island Park
2nd StreetThis 15,000 square foot beach park features wheelchair accessible entrances and an incredible playground that includes poured-in-place surfacing, raised sand tables for sandcastle building at an accessible height, a sensory board for children who are autistic and visually impaired, and a sway boat. The playground also boasts sculptural features such as dolphins, a surfboard, and a wave that are all fully accessible for children to pretend to ride the waves and swim with the dolphins. Wood polymer decking extends from the playground to accessible seating areas with an umbrella and hand-operated sand scoop designed to be used by a person in a wheelchair, allowing everyBODY to play in the sand. Amenities: -Fully Accessible Playground -Beach Wheelchairs that are FREE to use (available as first come first serve) -Between April 1 - October 1 beach chairs are available for use in the small Grommet --Island "park" area (supply is limited and available as first come first serve) -An attendant should be available between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. for assistance -Public Restrooms
Coastal history is alive and thriving at the Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum. Standing proudly at 24th Street on the Boardwalk, the museum building itself is a Virginia Beach icon on the National Register of Historic Places. Explore lots of fun exhibits and a great gift shop right on the boardwalk!
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Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum
2401 Atlantic AveCoastal history is alive and thriving at the Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum. Standing proudly at 24th Street on the Boardwalk, the museum building itself is a Virginia Beach icon on the National Register of Historic Places. Explore lots of fun exhibits and a great gift shop right on the boardwalk!
Popular Restaurants & Bars
Chix on the Beach
701 Atlantic AveJust outside the oceanfront area on Shoredrive, this is a popular local favorite for sunset cocktails located on the Chesapeake Bay.
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Chick's Oyster Bar
2143 Vista CirJust outside the oceanfront area on Shoredrive, this is a popular local favorite for sunset cocktails located on the Chesapeake Bay.
Sky Bar
3001 Atlantic AveWithin walking distance from the house. 2 blocks away. Local favorite and your pet is welcome to join you.
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Back Bay Brewing Co.
614 Norfolk AveWithin walking distance from the house. 2 blocks away. Local favorite and your pet is welcome to join you.
Rudee's Restaurant and Cabana Bar
227 Mediterranean AvenueFavorite Breakfast & Brunch Spot
Bay Local Eatery
2917 Shore DrThe Porch on Long Creek
2109 W Great Neck RdZeke's Beans n Bowls VB
616 Norfolk Ave“Drag” me to Brunch on the weekends is a fun experience while you visit. Reservations required.
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Croc's 19th Street Bistro
620 19th St“Drag” me to Brunch on the weekends is a fun experience while you visit. Reservations required.
Salon & Spa
A local favorite and my personal choice for spa days, mani/pedis, hair and makeup services.
Perfect place for a day of pampering that provides a wide array of services including blow-outs, manicures and pedicures, facials, massages, hair cut and color services and a full menu of spa services.
Salon @ 31st Day Spa
213 Laskin RdPerfect place for a day of pampering that provides a wide array of services including blow-outs, manicures and pedicures, facials, massages, hair cut and color services and a full menu of spa services.
Fine Dining
Terrapin Restaurant
3102 Holly Rd
Cobalt Grille
1624 Laskin RdThe Butcher's Son
1556 Laskin RdZoes
713 19th StLunch To-Go
Just a block away, this deli is a local favorite for grabbing delicious sandwiches to take on your days adventures
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Tad's Deli
600 Norfolk AveJust a block away, this deli is a local favorite for grabbing delicious sandwiches to take on your days adventures
Taste
3603 Pacific Ave