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    Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Day 1 | Washington, DC

AM – Visit the Smithsonian to discover natural history, air and space achievements, art and more.

PM – After a quick dinner at Union Station, take a tour of Washington's famous monuments.

Day 2 | Washington, DC

AM – Make tracks to the Newseum for a look at the history of reporting news. Then sneak over to the International Spy Museum.

PM – Tour the National Portrait Gallery and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Catch a performance at the Kennedy Center, Shakespeare Theatre Company or historic Ford's Theatre.

Day 3 | Washington, DC

AM – Pack your bags for the beach.

PM – In just 3.5 hours, you'll be on the beautiful shores of Virginia Beach. After taking in the ocean view, head to Town Center to shop, dine and take in a performance at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts.

Day 4 | Virginia Beach

AM – After breakfast, take a Dolphin Watching Boat Tour. Discover Marine Mysteries and enjoy lunch at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center.

PM – Relax on the beach. Stop off at an oceanfront restaurant for delicious coastal cuisine. Then enjoy free entertainment as performers line Atlantic Avenue as part of "Live! On Atlantic".

Day 5 | Virginia Beach

AM – Balance mind, body and spirit with a Spa Escape at Edgar Cayce's Association for Research and Enlightenment. Stay to expand your knowledge of Holistic Health and Healing.

PM – After lunch, venture over to False Cape State Park to hike its pristine coastline. Work up an appetite on a Surf & Adventure Co. kayak excursion to Blue Pete's for a sunset Crab Feast.

Day 6 | Virginia Beach

AM – Begin your day with a stop at the First Landing Cross. Then visit the Cape Henry Lighthouses. Lunch on the Lynnhaven Inlet at Bubba's.

PM – Squeeze in shopping at Lynnhaven Mall before an evening Boardwalk Food Tour to enjoy local's favorites including the Waterman's Orange Crush.

Day 7 | Virginia Beach

AM – Enjoy a stroll on the beach after breakfast at Pocahontas Pancake House.

PM – Charter a boat for an afternoon of fishing. Take your fresh catch to Rockafeller's and let them prepare your "Catch & Cook" meal.

Day 8 | Virginia Beach

AM – On your way back home, take the scenic route across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel.

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Coastal Virginia - Hampton Roads

Last Updated: 04/24/2020

What's Nearby

  • Old Beach Green Market 2013
    Old Beach Green Market 2013
    1909 Cypress Avenue
    Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    0.13 MI
  • Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art Satellite Gallery
    Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art Satellite Gallery
    600 22nd Street
    Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    0.14 MI
  • Zoes Restaurant
    Zoes Restaurant
    713 19th street
    Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    0.16 MI
  • The Museum Shop at the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
    The Museum Shop at the Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
    2200 Parks Avenue
    Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    0.17 MI
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    Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art closed
    2200 Parks Avenue
    Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    0.17 MI

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