Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach City County, VA
Places to go in Virginia Beach
21 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
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Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Wetlands refuge that hosts thousands of migratory waterfowl, including snow geese & tundra swans.
4005 Sandpiper Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456, USA
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Bayville Farms Park
This 68-acre park offers amenities such as a disc golf course, dog park & athletic facilities.
4132 First Ct Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, USA
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False Cape State Park
Pristine maritime forest & coastline not accessible by private car, with biking trails & kayaking.
4001 Sandpiper Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456, USA
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First Landing State Park
Cape Henry beachfront park & historic site with marshes, maritime forest, hiking & canoe trails.
2500 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, USA
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Grandview Nature Preserve
Birding & wildlife viewing on trails leading through marshes & woodlands to a long, scenic beach.
State Park Dr, Hampton, VA 23664, USA
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Great Neck Park & Indoor Pavilion
Trails, basketball/volleyball courts, picnic areas & a gazebo in a 70-acre park overlooking the bay.
2513 Shorehaven Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23454, USA
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Grommet Island Park
Fully accessible beach park featuring a playground, raised sand tables, a sensory board & more.
Boardwalk &, 2nd St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, USA
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Kids Cove Playground
310 Edwin Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, USA
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Lake Smith Lake Lawson Natural Area
42-acre parkland on the lake, offering shady hiking trails, a playground, docks & fishing spots.
5381 Shell Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, USA
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Mount Trashmore Park
Former landfill now a city recreational area with a skate park, picnicking & sports facilities.
310 Edwin Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, USA
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Munden Point Park
Spacious, 100-acre riverfront park boasting 18-hole disc golf course, sports & peaceful picnicking.
2001 Pefley Ln, Virginia Beach, VA 23457, USA
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Naval Aviation Monument Park
Small park with 9 bronze statues depicting early local naval history, WWII & the modern day.
25th Street &, 2500 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, USA
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Neptune's Park
This grassy beachfront park with frequent live music has large statue of the Roman god Neptune.
3001 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, USA
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Norfolk Botanical Garden
April azaleas are the showstoppers at this lush green space, which also features 450 rose varieties.
6700 Azalea Garden Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518, USA
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Oak Grove Park
This 65-acre outdoor activity place has a 1.5-mi. path around a lake, plus benches & a playground.
409 Byron St, Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
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Pleasure House Point Natural Area
Natural spot for relaxed recreation on 118 acres of marshlands & wildlife habitat, with boat access.
3957 Marlin Bay Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, USA
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Red Wing Park
Quiet park featuring Japanese gardens & a cherry blossom festival, plus trails, sports & play areas.
1398 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, USA
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Sandy Bottom Nature Park
Environmental education preserve on 456 acres with a lake & nature center set on reclaimed land.
1255 Big Bethel Rd, Hampton, VA 23669, USA
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Stumpy Lake Natural Area
4797 Indian River Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456, USA
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Virginia Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk
Buzzing Atlantic Ocean boardwalk stretching for 3 mi., with restaurants, shops & entertainment.
Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, USA
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Williams Farm Park
5269 Learning Cir, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, USA