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The area
Address
Best nearby
Restaurants
333 within 3 miles
Mojito Cafe
403
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Caribbean • Latin • Cuban
Repeal Bourbons and Burgers
361
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar
Tautog's Restaurant
1,982
0.1 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Seafood • Healthy
Doc Taylor's Restaurant
1,124
0.1 mi$ • American • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
CP Shucker's
402
295 ft$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Seafood
Cactus Jack's Southwest Grill
564
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Mexican • Southwestern • Bar
Abbey Road Pub & Restaurant
902
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Seafood
Dough Boy's
370
4.5 ft$$ - $$$ • Italian • American • Pizza
Baja Cantina
178
0.1 mi$ • Mexican • Bar • Seafood
Kohr Brothers Frozen Custard
135
0.2 mi$ • Dessert
Attractions
30 within 3 miles
Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum
318
352 ftSpeciality Museums
Virginia Beach Boardwalk
7,889
0.3 miPiers & Boardwalks
Norwegian Lady Statue
79
0.3 miMonuments & Statues
King Neptune Statue on the Boardwalk
274
0.4 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Neptune's Park
549
0.4 miParks
Flashback Old Time Photos
64
0.3 miAmusement & Theme Parks
Tarnished Truth Distilling Company
631
1.2 miDistilleries
The Virginia Beach Convention Center
295
0.8 miConvention Centers
Virginia Beach Fishing Pier
261
0.6 miPiers & Boardwalks
Naval Aviation Monument
164
1.6 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
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4.5
3,065 reviews
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740
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Poor
76
Terrible
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Mark D
Weatherford, TX659 contributions
LOTS of souvenir shops
Oct 2021
As one would expect in any beach town, there are countless boardwalk-type attractions, including believe it or nots and cheap tourist retail shops. Having said that, there are also plenty of places to eat, ranging from cheap stands to expensive bars. If you like miniature golf, there are a couple of those a block away as well.
Written October 19, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Vacationer76760
Huntsville, TX6 contributions
Road trip
Oct 2021 • Friends
Nice clean beach. Beautiful water and a great fishing pier. Will definitely try to make it back again.
Written October 5, 2021
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Gayle E
Orlando, FL1,185 contributions
Nice Beach
Oct 2021 • Couples
Not many people here and the beach is pretty good. Beach access often and facilities available all along the beach because there are restaurants everywhere. There are jets flying over frequently due to the navy presence. But that is the sound of freedom!
Written October 2, 2021
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RRDC2016
Washington DC, DC32 contributions
Best on the east coast
Aug 2021
wide, open, lovely. Plenty of room, further north the better. beach kept very clean. we return at least once a year.
Written September 11, 2021
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Dear RRDC2016,
Thank you for taking the time to share your recent Virginia Beach experience. We appreciate your choosing our coastal city for a visit and hope you'll return again soon!
Gratefully,
Team Virginia Beach
Written September 13, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
jln1992
Pennsylvania28 contributions
Pleasant vacay destination
Aug 2021
Camped outside of downtown Virginia Beach for one week which was long enough to see and do all the attrations in the area. Checked out the beach, aquarium, zoo, lighthouse, pier and other attractions.
Beach was clean and well kept. Not alot of broken shells all over the place on your walk down to the water which was nice. A little crowded, but expected as any other beach. Life guards on duty which was a plus, shows concern for safety. Feet washing stations. Only downfall was porta potties instead of public restrooms and as far as finding public restrooms on Atlantic Avenue while shopping, good luck. Most places either don't have public restrooms or have signs stating you can only use their bathrooms If you are a paying customer.
As for shopping, Atlantic Avenue has a lot of shops even though some are chain stores and you find the same thing in each one. There are some stores that are inexpensive and you can find other items than you find in the chain stores.
And if you like entertainment they have arcades and other familiy entertainment. While I was there the arcades were not the greatest as some were only half open or very small arcades. They have fun land, mini golf and water parks.
I would say Virginia Beach is a smaller version of OCMD, OCNJ, Wildwood, Rehobeth. Nice place just scaled down a little compared to some of the other beaches I have visited.
Beach was clean and well kept. Not alot of broken shells all over the place on your walk down to the water which was nice. A little crowded, but expected as any other beach. Life guards on duty which was a plus, shows concern for safety. Feet washing stations. Only downfall was porta potties instead of public restrooms and as far as finding public restrooms on Atlantic Avenue while shopping, good luck. Most places either don't have public restrooms or have signs stating you can only use their bathrooms If you are a paying customer.
As for shopping, Atlantic Avenue has a lot of shops even though some are chain stores and you find the same thing in each one. There are some stores that are inexpensive and you can find other items than you find in the chain stores.
And if you like entertainment they have arcades and other familiy entertainment. While I was there the arcades were not the greatest as some were only half open or very small arcades. They have fun land, mini golf and water parks.
I would say Virginia Beach is a smaller version of OCMD, OCNJ, Wildwood, Rehobeth. Nice place just scaled down a little compared to some of the other beaches I have visited.
Written September 9, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Dear jln1992,
Thank you for noticing all the hard work and dedication many passionate people have poured into our destination. We are proud of our coastal city and will never stop improving our offerings for our many loyal and repeat visitors, locals, and those who have yet to experience Virginia Beach! We hope you will return soon!
Gratefully,
Team Virginia Beach
Written September 13, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
John P
Lake City, PA30 contributions
It was OK for an East coast beach
Aug 2021
Not as peaceful and relaxing as I was expecting. A little crowded I thought and not a great variety of shops and the like. The military air traffic was pretty cool at first, but later became a loud annoyance since it is almost constant.
Written September 6, 2021
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Hi John P,
Thank you for taking the time to share your review of Virginia Beach on TripAdvisor. We are sorry you were disappointed by your Resort Beach experience. We aim to please and total customer satisfaction is our goal so it is important to know when a customer is less than satisfied.
May we encourage you to reconsider the second visit to give another of our beaches a try? The vibe in the Chesapeake Beach area is relaxed and the waters are calmer since the beach borders the Chesapeake Bay. The atmosphere at Sandbridge Beach is the most tranquil of all three beaches and borders a national wildlife refuge. There are fantastic beach houses for rent and a nearby RV resort where cabins and bungalows are also available for rent.
Both of these beaches are very different from the Resort Beach, and each other. We like to think we have a beach vibe for every taste.
Thank you again for taking the time to share about your visit. We do hope you choose to return.
Gratefully,
Team Virginia Beach
Written September 13, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
mgnelu
Rockville, MD203 contributions
Pretty strong current
Aug 2021
This was not my first time on Virginia Beach and I really enjoyed fighting the waves every time. The sand is soft and you hit rocks on the bottom very rarely. This was the first time I noticed a strong current pulling North. I am not sure if this is seasonal or just happened for the few days we were there. It was quite difficult to stay in place, especially for the kids. At some point we just gave up fighting the current and started drifting. Then got out of the water and walked on the beach back to where we entered the water.
Written August 24, 2021
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Dear mgnelu,
Thank you for taking the time to share your recent Virginia Beach experience. We appreciate your choosing our coastal city for a visit and hope you'll return again soon!
Gratefully,
Team Virginia Beach
Written September 13, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Michael F
6 contributions
Drive past 83rd Street and up Shore Drive.
Aug 2021
My favorite drive in Virginia Beach is to drive along Atlantic Ave. and then on Pacific Ave. past 83rd Street. Keep going all the way up Shore Drive (4 miles) till you pass the area surrounded by forests. You soon come to a large Food Lion on your left. Very convenient for anything you need.
Written August 22, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Dear michaelfH2748JI,
Thank you for taking the time to share your recent Virginia Beach experience. We appreciate your choosing our coastal city for a visit and hope you'll return again soon!
Gratefully,
Team Virginia Beach
Written August 23, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
carolj524
Elmont, NY169 contributions
Beautiful Place
Aug 2021
I loved the relaxed pace of Virginia Beach. There are so many things to do and see. If you want to you can just sit and people watch. A lot of great restaurants too.
Written August 22, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Dear carolj524,
Thank you for taking the time to share your recent Virginia Beach experience. We appreciate your choosing our coastal city for a visit and hope you'll return again soon!
Gratefully,
Team Virginia Beach
Written August 23, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Jacob T
Skaneateles, NY185 contributions
Awesome Beach!
Aug 2021
Virginia Beach was an awesome five day family vacation spot. We spent all five days on the beach which was absolutely beautiful. The beach was very clean. I suggest getting there early and finding your spot as it starts to get busy around 10am. It was nice having life guards especially with the kids.
Written August 22, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Dear 288jacobt,
Thank you for taking the time to share your recent Virginia Beach experience. We appreciate your choosing our coastal city for a visit and hope you'll return again soon!
Gratefully,
Team Virginia Beach
Written August 23, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
lori b
Blandon, PA
Are you able to rent beach chairs in October?
GoingPlacesWanderlust
Pennsburg, PA439 contributions
No - everything is closed after labor day and with covid I didn't see any rentals open - check with individual hotels as some so have rentals usually.
Payal M
Ashburn, VA2 contributions
We are visiting VA beach on Saturday and staying through the next week. Now I am reading news about overcrowding in the beach and people not wearing masks or maintaining social distancing on the beach or boardwalk. How bad is it? Little nervous visiting in the light of what I am reading.
Felicia H
Connecticut343 contributions
On the beach ppl social distanced pretty well. On the Boardwalk ppl also wore mask. On Atlantic street things were iffy. It’s hot and difficult but we stayed away from ppl so we were fine.
295RachelC
Knoxville, TN37 contributions
We are staying in Williamsburg and want to do a day trip to the beach. What is the drive from Williamsburg to Virginia Beach like?
Butch B
Williamsburg, VA301 contributions
Currently very easy, about 1:30 depending on traffic at the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel
downeyfresh07
19 contributions
What is parking like in September on Thursday, Friday & early Saturday? We're planning on coming out in less than 10 days. Also, will water be warm enough to at least get knee deep for a while? Weather website says high temperatures should be 79ish for the time we're staying.
BostonWhirlwind
Mechanicsville, VA13 contributions
Parking on the street requires a credit card. There are also parking decks and lots.
September is, in my opinion, the best time to go to Va Beach. The water is cool but you can certainly go in to your knees.
The Neptune Festival is the last weekend of the month and a fun event. Just know the area shall be somewhat crowded then. Otherwise, enjoy your stay. One of the best beaches on the East Coast.
Travelling down with my husband and 2 kids (11 & 14) from Toronto. This is our first time and just exploring the area/accommodations. Any recommendations in terms of where to stay? What area of the beach? Thanks!
Beenaroundandiiii
Virginia112 contributions
I’ve grown up here.just really depends. If you have a car. It’s cheaper to stay a little further from the beach. Personally I’d stay more towards the north end. PAST 24th (unlike the other comments) and not around 1st either. It depends on how touristy you want your visit. Right now til Labor Day I don’t like to head to even that part of the oceanfront due to parking/heat/tourists (it was 101 yesterday)
Emily B
4 contributions
Does this beach still only have outhouses? Or do they have public bathrooms now?
rogerwZ5323IW
Branson, MO79 contributions
Public restroom on the boardwalk in Virginia beach
Nicole W
Oshawa, Canada
We are coming from Toronto, Canada and planning to travel to Williamsburg in June or July and would like to spend a day at the beach. We have 3 kids (one infant, 8 yr old, 10 yr old). Is the ocean warm enough in early June for kids to swim? Is is difficult to find parking? We already have accommodation booked in Williamsburg for 3 days.
smrn8
Amherst, MA48 contributions
Hi. I have only been in the winter. The beach is amazing and there is a fishing pier and general ocean conditions available at the hotel(s) and at the pier. It should be way better than our frozen beaches in New England. There were loads of shops to get beach supplies too.
Are the waves rough? Is there a strong undertow? Is the water shallow for a while or is there a drop off not too far from shore? I grew up at gulf shores where we are in the panhandle so we had breakers before the water reached the shore.
Tiffany D
3 contributions
The beach is very family friendly and safe. It depends on the weather on how rough the waves are. They will put out weather advisors if the waves are too rough.
Thuy D
1 contribution
What’s the best month for family with young kids to visit?
daniellY6365Q
14 contributions
If your kids are out of school the week before all the other kids are out is IMHO the best. Somewhere around the 2nd week in June. We've had / have a timeshare that week since 1990. We have been living down here since 1993. It does get rather crowded by July - back to school time. However after Labor Day it calms back down and the weather might just be some of the best IMHO here in Va. Beach. We might just happen to have a 1 bedroom sleep 6 3rd floor unit on the Oceanfront for rent this year. Va. Beach and the surrounding area , including Williamsburg, is a friendly family area but traffic can get worse during the summer months. (like most tourist areas)
All three restrooms were closed on 2nd Street today but there was an attendant there today listening to music and reading. The beach showers were working he said all three are out if order. Didn't believe him.
