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Suggested Itinerary WANDERLove: Chincoteague Is For History Lovers

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    6733 Maddox Boulevard
    Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
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    757-336-6161
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    Chincoteague Island
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COVID19: Please call or check websites of suggested locations prior to your arrival to confirm hours and availability.

Breakfast at your lodging or in one of many restaurants serving hot, full meals to get you started. 

Learn about “The Chincoteague Story” through historic walking/biking tour of island. Explore island’s many neighborhoods and visit historic buildings in Historic Downtown and beyond. Tour map available at Chamber office – 6733 Maddox Boulevard. Guided walking tours now available. 

Visit Assateague Lighthouse, built in 1867, and enjoy a beach walk to see old Coast Guard Life Saving Station at southern end of Assateague Island.

Picnic at one of our beautiful waterfront parks with a boxed lunch from one of many fabulous eateries or enjoy indoor dining at one of our wonderful restaurants.  

Visit Captain Timothy Hill House, Chincoteague Island’s oldest house; circa 1800. Now a historic house museum, guests are always welcome to visit. Tours available during summer hours. 

Step back in time and visit Museum of Chincoteague Island. Learn about island’s rich history and traditions through various exhibits showcasing decoy carving, Misty, oyster industry, farming, and more.

Take a boat cruise around Chincoteague Island while learning more about Chincoteague and Assateague Island history from knowledgeable boat captains. See working Aqua Farms

Dine at one of our fine restaurants feasting on fresh from the waters, clams, world-famous Chincoteague Oysters, and the “catch of the day” which could be red drum, flounder, rockfish, or tuna.

Learn about history of Misty of Chincoteague by visiting Miss Molly’s Inn Bed & Breakfast where Marguerite Henry wrote world famous children’s book in 1947 and the art deco Island Theatre, circa 1945, to view Misty’s hoofprints cast in concrete at the movie premier of Misty in 1961.

For a guided tour map of “All Things Misty”, come by the chamber office or visit www.chincoteaguechamber.com. 

Meet a local carver to learn about decoy carving’s rich history and traditions. 

Shop for treasures while strolling down Historic Main Street, with many buildings built in 1920’s, or in one of several antique stores on island. There are many books available about the origins of our wild ponies. Check out our local gift shops and bookstores to dig deeper into the mysteries of our small island.

Complete your day with an ice cream treat at one of our ice cream parlors 

Visit www.chincoteaguechamber.com for details and trip planning.  

 

 

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Last Updated: 10/30/2020

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