Alessandra and Andrew
Things To Do
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Busch Gardens® in Williamsburg, Virginia, has been voted the world’s most beautiful theme park year after year since 1990. Its theme is classic Europe, featuring artfully landscaped villages such as the Parisian streets of France, the hamlets of Scotland, and the Oktoberfest celebrations of Germany. In total, there are nine villages centered around six countries for visitors to explore.
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. 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.
Rudee Inlet
At the south end of the Oceanfront, the Rudee Inlet is the go-to hub for fishing charters, jet skiing, parasailing and waterside dining. Head out on a fishing charter to reel in the big one, feel the wind in your face as you glide across the water on a jet ski and catch a seagull’s-eye-view of the Atlantic Ocean as you fly up in the air parasailing. To complete your seaside adventure in tasty fashion, enjoy seafood done right while overlooking the water at Big Sam’s Raw Bar, Rockafeller's, or Rudee's on the Inlet.
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
With thousands of animals and amazing hands-on exhibits, the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center has gallons of fun for everyone! Experience one of the best aquariums in the country, with incredible exhibits and amazing animals representing hundreds of species. Be sure to purchase your ticket online before you arrive!
ViBe Creative District
While you can find all manners of artwork within the quaint shops and coffeehouses that comprise the area, the ViBe District is a work of art in and of itself. Look no further than the murals, most of which were done by local artists, that fill the ViBe and the Oceanfront with wonder and color. Take the ViBe Mural Walking Tour, an easy, one-mile walking tour, to see all of these colorful murals for yourself.
Ferry Plantation House
The Ferry Plantation dates back to 1642 when the "ferry" service was started by Adam Thoroughgood to connect plantations by the waterway. The 3rd Princess Anne Courthouse built in 1735 including stock and pillory once stood on this site. The House that is visited today replaced the Walke Manor house that was built in 1740 and was later destroyed by fire. Ferry's dig site exposes the original brick floor. The good bricks salvaged from the ruins were used to build this 1830 dwelling. It is a ten room, central passage plan Federal farmhouse facing the Western Branch of the Lynnhaven River. Near this site was the famous trial of Virginia's only convicted witch, Grace Sherwood. Grace was tried by water in 1706. This property has a very rich past. Hours: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays 10 a.m. - 3p.m. (Last tour starts at 2:00 p.m.)
Military Aviation Museum
Located in Virginia Beach the Military Aviation Museum is home to one of the world’s largest collections of flying vintage military aircraft. Our purpose-built airport facility includes over 50 aircraft from the World War I and World War II-era. The museum is also home to historical structures located on 130 acres. With static displays, and regular flying demonstrations featuring some of history’s most iconic aircraft, the Museum is a ‘must see’ attraction!
The Thoroughgood House
Visit the Thoroughgood House to hear the great success story of Adam Thoroughgood, one of Virginia’s first colonists. Learn about the house Argall and Susannah Thorowgood built and what makes it so extraordinary. See the special touches added by John Thorowgood and tour the passage and parlor, furnished as they might have been when John lived there. Finally, follow the house in pictures up to the present and find out what—and how—we are continuing to learn about this historic treasure. The Thoroughgood House was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1960. In 2003 it was acquired by the City of Virginia Beach. It is a Save America’s Treasures site. Hours are Thursday through Saturday from 10 am – 4 pm (the last tour begins at 3:30pm) and Sunday from 1-5 pm Tours run every 45 minutes and are FREE! Available for group tours with advance reservations.