Hampton Roads beaches are known for their white sand, festive atmosphere, and water suitable for swimming from June thru October. The beaches and their surrounding boardwalks and parks are home to some of the Mid Atlantic's top festivals, shows and other events.

During the summer season, Hampton Roads beaches are perfect for swimming and tanning. While at the beach, visitors also enjoy walking, running, hiking, collecting sea shells, flying kites, fishing, birdwatching, photography, painting, picnics, and other pastimes. Waterfront areas are also popular for weddings, family reunions, cookouts and other outings.

The most well known Hampton Roads beach is located along the three mile oceanfront boardwalk in Virginia Beach. This famous landmark is an excellent spot for shopping, site seeing, biking, roller-blading, running, or just strolling.

The boardwalk area is home to a diverse array of restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, bike rentals and other businesses. Attractions include a variety of nautical sculptures, the most famous being King Neptune. The 24 foot bronze statue is located at the Neptune Festival Park on 31st Street.

Live music, shows and other entertainment is available from Spring thru Fall on four oceanfront stages which are located near 7th, 17th, and 24th and 31st Streets.


 

The Virginia Beach Boardwalk

The three mile oceanfront boardwalk features an upbeat atmosphere. It's perfect for shopping, site seeing, biking, roller-blading, running, or just strolling. Originally constructed in 1888, the present day Virginia Beach Boardwalk is 28 feet wide and three miles in length. The boardwalk features a separate bike path, making it ideal for strolling, rollerblading and biking.

Entertainment is held from Spring thru Fall on four oceanfront stages at 7th, 17th, and 24th and 31st Streets. The boardwalk showcases a variety of restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, bike rentals and other businesses. Other attractions include a variety of nautical sculptures, the most famous being King Neptune. The city's icon is a 24 foot bronze statue located at the Neptune Festival Park on 31st Street.

The Virginia Beach Boardwalk was named as one of America's favorite boardwalks by the Discovery Channel. The area has also
been featured in magazines such as Coastal Living, Southern living, and National Geographic Traveler.