Weekend Wild · United States
Virginia Beach with kids
A favorite East Coast beach destination with calm beaches, boardwalk attractions, aquariums, playgrounds, and easy access for families traveling from the Mid-Atlantic.
Family activities
Virginia Beach Boardwalk
Virginia Beach Boardwalk is an unmistakable destination experience with memorable views and photo moments.
Landmarks · All ages · Free or low-cost
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center brings families close to marine life through dramatic tanks and interactive exhibits.
Aquariums · All ages · Paid
Visit information for Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
First Landing State Park
First Landing State Park gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.
Nature · All ages · Paid
Ocean Breeze Waterpark
Ocean Breeze Waterpark is a high-energy splash day with water play for multiple ages.
Water Parks · All ages · Free or low-cost
Grommet Island Park
Grommet Island Park is an imaginative play stop where kids can climb, move, and take the lead.
Playgrounds · All ages · Free or low-cost
Mount Trashmore Park
Mount Trashmore Park is a rewarding open-air break for play, picnics, views, and an easy reset.
Parks & Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Military Aviation Museum
Military Aviation Museum turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Rudee Flipper Dolphin Tour
Rudee Flipper Dolphin Tour reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.
Tours · All ages · Paid
Sandbridge Beach
Sandbridge Beach is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.
Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost
Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.
Nature · All ages · Paid
Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium
Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.
Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid
Cape Henry Lighthouse
Cape Henry Lighthouse makes history tangible through a place families can explore together.
Historical Sites · All ages · Paid
Chesapeake Bay Beach
Chesapeake Bay Beach is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.
Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost
Neptune's Park
Neptune's Park is a rewarding open-air break for play, picnics, views, and an easy reset.
Parks & Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Hunt Club Farm
Hunt Club Farm creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.
Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid
Atlantic Fun Park
Atlantic Fun Park delivers a full family adventure of rides, shows, and shared vacation moments.
Theme Parks · All ages · Free or low-cost
Ferry Plantation House
Ferry Plantation House makes history tangible through a place families can explore together.
Historical Sites · All ages · Paid
False Cape State Park
False Cape State Park gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.
Nature · All ages · Paid
Little Island Park
Little Island Park is an imaginative play stop where kids can climb, move, and take the lead.
Playgrounds · All ages · Free or low-cost
Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art
Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum
Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Oceanfront Bicycle Path
Oceanfront Bicycle Path offers a manageable family route with scenery that makes the walk feel adventurous.
Kid-Friendly Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Pleasure House Point Natural Area
Pleasure House Point Natural Area gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.
Nature · All ages · Paid
Munden Point Park
Munden Point Park is a rewarding open-air break for play, picnics, views, and an easy reset.
Parks & Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost
Red Wing Park and Miyazaki Japanese Garden
Red Wing Park and Miyazaki Japanese Garden pairs beautiful scenery with space for children to explore at a gentler pace.
Gardens · All ages · Free or low-cost
Visit information for Red Wing Park and Miyazaki Japanese Garden
JT's Grommet Island Beach Park
JT's Grommet Island Beach Park is an imaginative play stop where kids can climb, move, and take the lead.
Playgrounds · All ages · Free or low-cost
Virginia Beach Farmers Market
Virginia Beach Farmers Market is an easy family wander filled with local flavor, choice, and memorable treats.
Food & Markets · All ages · Paid
Norfolk Botanical Garden
Norfolk Botanical Garden pairs beautiful scenery with space for children to explore at a gentler pace.
Gardens · All ages · Free or low-cost
Nauticus and Battleship Wisconsin
Nauticus and Battleship Wisconsin turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.
Museums · All ages · Paid
Children's Museum of Virginia
Children's Museum of Virginia turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.
Museums · All ages · Paid
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