Things to do in Virginia

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Colonial Williamsburg Admission

Colonial Williamsburg Admission

€34
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Colonial Williamsburg Admission
DC Highlights Tour

DC Highlights Tour

€46
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
DC Highlights Tour
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Observation Deck Tickets

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook

€16
per adult
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
DC: Washington Monument Direct Entry with Guidebook

DC: Washington Monument Direct Entry with Guidebook

€22
per adult
DC: Washington Monument Direct Entry with Guidebook
Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

€26
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!
Capitol Building in Washington DC

One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York

€98
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
The White House

Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC

€117
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC
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1. Virginia Beach Boardwalk

The Virginia Beach Boardwalk stretches for 3 miles (5 kilometers) along Virginia Beach. Lined with bars, restaurants and hotels, this concrete esplanade features an adjacent bike path for cyclists and skaters. Enjoy a meal at a charming restaurant overlooking the ocean, watch buskers perform and inspect the sculptures and monuments along the boardwalk.
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2. Naval Station Norfolk

Get close to destroyers, aircraft carriers, amphibious assault vehicles, submarines and frigates by taking a bus tour of Naval Station Norfolk. Navy personnel narrate details of vessels, their histories and roles, as well as providing a few insights into life at this sprawling military base.
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3. Sandbridge Beach

Sandbridge Beach is a serene, golden-sand beach just south of busy Virginia Beach. A secluded alternative to its popular neighbor, Sandbridge Beach is an ideal place to get away from the crowds. Kayak or hike in nearby Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, dine on fresh seafood and spend an evening stargazing.
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4. Shenandoah National Park

As you travel along Skyline Drive on the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Shenandoah National Park, stop to enjoy views of forested ridges, one behind the other. Challenge the family with the question, “How many ridges can you see?” As you observe hills near and far, you’re likely to see nothing but forest stretching for miles and merging into a blue haze at the far horizon.
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5. Arlington National Cemetery

Situated directly opposite the Lincoln Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery is the most famous military resting place in the United States. Containing the graves of over 400,000 courageous servicemen and women who lost their lives fighting in the American armed forces, this is a tranquil and reflective space to visit.
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What to do in Virginia

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Virginia Beach Boardwalk

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Soak up the atmosphere as you stroll along this oceanfront strip, the heart of Virginia Beach’s dining and entertainment scene.
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Where to stay in Virginia

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Northeast Virginia Beach

If you're spending some time in Northeast Virginia Beach, First Landing State Park and Neptune Statue are top sights worth seeing.

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Sandbridge

Beaches and parks are just a few things travellers like about Sandbridge. A stop by Sandbridge Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

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Downtown Richmond

Downtown Richmond is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Canal Walk or Virginia State Capitol.

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Tysons

Travellers love Tysons for its popular shops, and you can see more of McLean by jumping on the metro at Greensboro Station or Tysons Corner Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Tysons Corner Center and Tysons Galleria.

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Dam Neck

While visiting Dam Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Sandbridge Beach and Croatan Beach.

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Lynchburg

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Norfolk

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Richmond

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Roanoke

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Washington

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Alexandria

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Radford

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Arlington

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