Virginia Beach has resided on the fringe of much of the nation's colonial history. Although there aren't any big name attractions within the city, there are some smaller points that certainly merit a visit. There are also two major naval bases that are quite interesting.
Association For Research And Enlightenment - The international headquarters for the work of Edgar Cayce, one of America's best known psychics and often referred to as the "father of holistic health." A must-see for anyone interested in ESP, meditation, and spiritual healing.
215 67th Street
757-428-3588
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Battle Of The Capes Monument - George Washington defeated the British Army at Yorktown, but he couldn't have done it without the assistance of the French fleet. The 24 French ships fought off the British fleet's attempt to extract General Cornwallis and his 7,500 troops. This monument commemorates this crucial Revolutionary War sea battle. The Battle of The Capes monument shares a place at Fort Story with the First Landing Site, a memorial marking the first landing of the Jamestown settlers in 1607.
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Cape Henry Lighthouses - The old lighthouse marked the entrance to the Chesapeake from 1791 until it was replaced by the new lighthouse in 1881. The old lighthouse is open for visitors to climb and gain a view of Virginia Beach and the Chesapeake Bay. In Fort Story. Open daily 10am-5pm Mar. 15- Oct. 31. Admission $2 adult, $1 seniors and ages 7-18. 4 miles east of US 13 via US 60, then 2.75 miles northeast on SR305 at Fort Story.
757-422-9421
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First Landing/Seashore State Park - A nice, clean place to camp, but not too far from such modern conveniences. A few hundred yards to the beach. $20 a site per night. 800-866-9222 for general information. For overnight reservations call 800-933-PARK. Year-round, daily, 8am until dusk. $2.50 per car parking fee Memorial Day to Labor Day. $1.00 parking fee rest of year.
2500 Shore Drive
757-481-2131
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Mount Trashmore - As the name implies, it's made of trash. This former landfill was covered with soil years ago and is now one of the highest and steepest hills in the Hampton Roads area. A thick carpet of grass and a well-maintained playground make it an enjoyable place to have a picnic or just walk around (and in the winter, this is the only place to go sledding).
300 Edwin Drive
757-497-2157
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Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek - Home to the Navy Seals operating with the U.S. Atlantic Fleet. Tours available. The main gate is located on Shore Drive.
757-462-7923
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Oceana Naval Air Station - One of the U.S. Navy's four main air bases. Currently the East Coast figher squadrons are based here. Seasonal tours are available. The main gate is on Oceana Boulevard in Virginia Beach. Bus leaves Fri-Wed 9:30, 11:30, 2:30 from 24th and Atlantic.
757-433-3131
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The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel - Links Virginia Beach and the Eastern Shore. More than just a tunnel, the system uses bridges and manmade islands to effect the crossing. Can be viewed from any of the Chesapeake beaches. For toll and other information call: 757-624-3511 or 757-331-2960. Toll cost for car: $10 one-way. Restaurant/Gift Shop: April 1 to September 30 - 6 am to 10 pm. October 1 to March 31 - 7 am to 6 pm. Fishing Pier: 7 days a week, year-round.
757-624-3511
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The Old Coast Guard Station - Housed in a restored Coast Guard station from 1903 and shows the history of the Coast Guard and other lifesaving services along with exhibits on the shipwrecks that have occurred off Virginia's coast. Open October 1 - Memorial Day: 10am - 5pm, Tuesday-Saturday; noon-5pm, Sunday. Memorial Day - October 1: 10 am-5pm, Monday-Saturday; noon-5pm Sunday. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve Day. Admission: $3.00, Adults; $2.50, Seniors and Military; $1.00, 6-18; under 6 free.
24th Street and Boardwalk
757-422-1587
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Virginia Marine Science Museum - Virginia's marine environment is represented through 800,000 gallons of aquariums, live animal habitats, more than 300 hands-on exhibits, 1/3 -mile nature trail, 1/2-acre aviary, and "larger than life" movies on the IMAX 3D movie screen (8 stories X 6 stories).
717 General Booth Boulevard
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Contemporary Art Center of Virginia - Focuses mainly on art of the 20th century, with changing exhibits of American and international works from our age.
2200 Parks Avenue
757-425-0000
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Adam Thoroughgood House - A restored brick home from the 17th century. A prime example of early Virginia architecture, it consists of four partially furnished rooms and a garden out back. April-December, 10am-5pm, Tuesday-Saturday; 1-5pm, Sunday. January-March, noon-5pm, Tuesday-Saturday; closed Sunday. Closed Monday year-round. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day and Independence Day. Admission: $3, Adults; $1.50, Children; Children under 6 free. Combination ticket for Thoroughgood, Myers, Willoughby-Baylor houses & Chrystler Museum.
1636 Parish Road
757-460-0007
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The Francis Land House - Started life as a plantation house in the 18th century. Tour guides in period dress tell about the Land Family and plantation life in their day. Has gardens, special exhibits, events, and museum shop. Open year-round Tues-Sat 9am-5pm; Sun. noon-5pm. Admission $3.50 adult, $2.50 students, $3.00 seniors, $2.00 children 6-12; free for children under 6.
3131 Virginia Beach Blvd
757-431-4000
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Virginia Beach has resided on the fringe of much of the nation's colonial history. Although there aren't any big name attractions within the city, there are some smaller points that certainly merit a visit. There are also two major naval bases that are quite interesting.
