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Virginia Beach Oceanfront Travel Guide

  • 2nd Street - 83rd Street,
  • Virginia Beach,
  • VA
  • USA

The Virginia Beach oceanfront is a beautiful area that offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. There are many different activities to enjoy in this area, including swimming, sunbathing, fishing, and kayaking. The Virginia Beach oceanfront is also home to a variety of restaurants and shops, making it the perfect place to spend a day or two.

History

The area was first settled by the English in the early 1600s and quickly became a popular summer destination for wealthy colonists. The first hotel was built in 1732, and by the late 1800s, the Virginia Beach oceanfront was a bustling resort town. The area was hit hard by Hurricane Hazel in 1954, but was quickly rebuilt.

In the early 1900s, the area was a popular destination for horseback riding. Today, the Virginia Beach oceanfront is home to a bustling tourism scene and is a well-known destination for a variety of events and festivals.

Large homes on the beach in Virginia Beach.
Beach in Virginia beach, Virginia with scattered beachgoers.
Fishing pier during sunrise at the Oceanfront in Virginia Beach.
Dune grass off path leading to the beach in Virginia Beach.
Boardwalk view off 16th street in Virginia Beach.
Standing on Atlantic Avenue in Virginia Beach looking towards 30th st, Catch 31, and the Mayflower in the background.
Fishing pier in Virginia Beach set against multicolored sky.
Looking out from balcony over Virginia beach boardwalk and Atlantic ave at night.
Virginia beach boardwalk and bike path looking towards first street park.
Virginia beach empty beach at oceanfront at night.
Looking out from balcony over Virginia beach boardwalk and Atlantic ave at night.
Looking out from balcony over Virginia beach boardwalk and Atlantic ave during the day.
Ferris Wheel above Kohr Bros Custard shop in Virginia beach, Virginia.
Ferris Wheel in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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Experience Overview

Average Weather

Spring
30 °
Summer
50 °
Fall
30 °
Winter
0 °

Adventure Type

House, Resort, RV Site, Hotel

Activities

Biking, Bird watching, Boating, Fishing, Paddling, Surfing, Swimming, Walking

Natural Features

Beach

Views

Sunrise, Water

Terrain

Beach, Flat

Traffic

Average, Heavy, Very Heavy, Seasonal

Access Difficulty

Very Easy

Elevation

0 ft

Location

Cost & Fees

  • Per Car
  • Per Person $0
  • Per Night
  • Parking $Varies

Contact

Always consult the official website for the most current information.

Must-Know Facts

Amenities

  • Parking: Park on site, Paved lot, Along road, Nearby, Limited, Meter, Garage
  • Restrooms: Yes, Men's, Women's, Porta-potty, Separate Building, Nearby
  • Potable Water: Water Fountain
  • Other: Cell Signal, Trash

Rules & Regulations

  • no loud music, no alcohol, no overnight stays, no camping, no smoking, no open flames, no generators, no glass, no balloons, no rice/birdseed/confetti/streamers/fake petals, tent size limit
  • Fires: No
  • Accessibility: ADA accessible, Boat access, Park on site, Walk to site, Paved
  • Dogs: Yes, with leash
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Hours

Sunrise to Sunset

Reservations

Required

Best Time to go

March, April, May, September, October, November

Peak Season

April, May, June, July, August, September

Off Season

January, February, March, November, December

What's near Virginia Beach Oceanfront?

Accommodations

Air BnB, Cabins, Camping, Hotel, RV Site, Tent Camping

Necessities

Gas, Groceries, Hospital, Pharmacy, Dining

Attractions

Aquarium, Art gallery, Brewery, Bridge, Church, Convention Center, Gardens, Historic marker, Mural, Museum, National park, Restaurants, Shopping, Statue, Tour, Visitor Center, Winery, Zoo, Amusement Park

Transportation

Airport, Bike, Bus Station, Lyft, Public Transport, Rental Car, Taxi, Walk

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