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Mike R.

This is a modern marvel. Sure it was built in believe late 60's, but what a joy it was to ride passenger for once. Could look around. The work done here is impeccable, and this saves lots of time over a ferry service. Will definitely roll back this way to the eastern shore. All should drive or ride this. There are some walk out piers, and also stops for views. Looking out from here is mesmerizing. Can the tunnel parts be a tight squeeze? Sure especially when 18 wheelers coming the other way. Yet I've found this easy to drive. It's not as high as a lot of bridges are. That alone is comforting. Definitely worth the toll cost, as this is an amazing feat.

Dan R.

"Cuddle up, angel, cuddle up, my little dove We'll ride down, baby, into this tunnel of love" (Bruce Springsteen) Talk about an engineering marvel. Through a series of three connected bridges and two tunnels, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel crosses above and below Chesapeake Bay in a 17.6 continuous mile run without so much as a single stop sign, traffic light, or intersection. It's one long uninterrupted ride, despite the bridge-tunnel-bridge-tunnel-bridge sequence. The Bay Bridge connects the Delmarva Peninsula to the bottom of Virginia near Virginia Beach. The scenery and views are incredible, as you seemingly float above the water, then dive down below the water line. It was a $20 EZ Pass toll each way, but we ran into something unusual on the way home. When I pulled up to the EZ Pass Lane, the gate didn't open. I noticed there was an attendant in the booth who made a motion for me to roll up my window. She told us there was a high wind warning on the bridge, so we had to keep our speed under 45 MPH and NO PASSING was allowed. Sure enough, we shimmied and shook a little crossing that bridge. I'm sure that became a white-knuckle drive for some of the vehicles on that bridge!

John R.

Am I really writing a review for a Bridge-Tunnel? I guess so. I am not sure where else in the US something like this takes place. Maybe this is the only place where it happens at this scale. (No, I am not going to Google it to find out) The tunnels are wide enough to make you feel comfortable. They are 100x better than the Lincoln and Holland if you are familiar with them from up North. The bridges are pretty short. The trick is, especially if you are driving, to look around and see how far out in the middle of no where you are when crossing. The only tip that is a must is to be sure you fueled up ahead of time -- or at least have 18 plus miles to empty in your tank when you start the journey!

Last night's view from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Overlook.
Jodie C.

I love this bridge/tunnel. I remember all the times my parents took me and my brother to Chincoteague. We'd be asleep in the car and oer our request, they'd wake us up in a fury. The Bridge Is Coming! Get Up! I remember..... its a lovely drive. Much better than Rte 50 Bay Bridge. This one is almost relaxing. *DYK, Chesapeake Bay Bridge is the 4th longest in the United States? Take a trip!

Amelia S.

This is one of those places that everyone needs to experience at least once in their lifetime. I go to VA Beach 1-2 times from NJ and this is one of my favorite parts. In good weather, it's stunning. In bad weather, it's powerful and terrifying. In my opinion, it's absolutely worth taking this route into VA Beach.

Melissa B.

The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel was a wonderful and scary trip over the water The tunnels were a little nerve wrecking since the lanes inside the tunnel are oncoming and when you pass a big rig in there, it seems to shake but that again could be my nerves There is no where to pull over out there if needed but there is police presence out there so that made me feel somewhat safer The average speed is 50 but it should be a little slower maybe 40 but hey don't make the rules. It was $14 one way on the toll. Definitely would do again. It was opened in 1964, the year I was born do we are both 57 years old.

View riding across 17.6mile bridge Virginia Beach
Mya H.

OMG I had to say a prayer before crossing the 17.6-mile Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel The channel tunnel is 5,000 something feet long It was Labor Day weekend 2022 and my family was doing some traveling. I never been on such a long bridge before. What a lovely long drive, with a large body of nothing but ocean. I was able to zoom and see some of Virginia Beach. If you have a fear of bridges or tunnels then this ride is not for you. It's long so gas up, get snacks, water or whatever for a 20min or so drive across. Items carried on top of vehicles, are prohibited when crossing the bridge, so be aware. The toll to cross cost more if you have more wheels like a travel trailer/camper or something of that sort. Our Toll fee was $42 total going across and coming back. There's even a scenic overlook pull-off where you can stretch your legs and enjoy the surrounding scenery.. My daughters asked me when will it be over as if they were on a roller coaster ride... I can say I was impressed, it was an exhilarating experience.

Kellie R.

The Chesapeake Bay Bridge is probably the coolest bridge I've ever travelled on. I know it sounds silly to review a bridge but honestly, this was a wild ride! It was an absolutely beautiful drive with jaw dropping views of the bay. You go under the bay via two tunnels which I personally think is neat. Yes, this bridge has a toll and it isn't cheap. But the road bridge is a smooth ride. There is construction going on but at least you know where your toll money is going (unlike so many toll roads). If you ever get the opportunity to cross this bridge on GPS, I recommend taking it.

Tracey B.

This is my favorite bridge/tunnel. Every time I am on it, I realize how close I am to home. The views at sun rise and sunset are amazing!

Sorelone peace and relaxation

This is a peaceful place surrounded by glorious nature, bountiful sunsets, unlimited views. I highly recommend this location. Being a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Harbour Realty in Cape Charles, I have and continue to help others secure their special spot here on the Eastern Shore. Www.beverlymccord.com.

Mark M.

Wow! This is one amazing structure! Not only a bridge, but a tunnel too! And there's more than one along the line! It costs us $14 for the toll, but it's one long trip one one of the 11 in the world. While driving on the bridge it's kind of freaky to be on a single lane where you're in the middle of ocean. Although there are emergency places to pull over in case you need to. We did see a car pulled over changing a flat tire; poor guy.

This is a view from the CBBT.  This photo was taken October 17, 2017.
Drew P.

The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel (CBBT) is a beautiful structure that connects Virginia Beach to the Eastern Shore of VA. The structure is roughly 18 miles long, with two lanes of traffic in each direction, with the exception of the tunnels, where it is one lane in each direction. There isn't much you can say about a structure, but it gets you where you need to go. If you're not the one driving, be sure to take in the views available. I don't come over to the eastern shore very often. My most recent visit across this marvel (October 17, 2017) was to get me up to New Jersey, so that we could pick up a cruise to Canada. This time, traffic was only let into the tunnels one direction at a time. I'm not sure why they were doing that, but there were plenty of construction workers there. Also, there was a large police presence on the bridge, presumably to catch some speeders. Traveling across the CBBT can get pricey, as it costs $13 each way, with a discount on your return if done within 24 hours. This discount only applies if you use an EZ Pass. I find using the EZ Pass much easier than trying to pay through other means anyways. It is worth noting that the CBBT is funded only through the tolls. No local, state, or federal government funds are used to maintain and enhance the structure. In order to prepare for the expansions coming for the CBBT, the fishing pier, gift shop, and restaurant were all closed by October 1, 2017. Overall, this is a great engineering marvel to visit. Just make sure to go on a nice, sunny day to take in the sights, including the scenic overlook on the northern side of the structure.

CBBT
Myra M.

This is an absolutely GORGEOUS drive! By far my favorite drive so far. The views of the ocean are amazing. It's 17.6 miles long! It's a great experience and I think everyone who has the chance to cross it, should! It was $18 there and back (we visited Kiptopeke state park and cape Charles) a bit pricey but worth the drive AND adventures. On our way back at the highest point of the bridge there were seagulls flying right next to us! It was so amazing and breathtaking. Will be visiting cape Charles again soon and can't wait for this amazing drive!

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Restaurant on the bridge?

Yes. But, it has been closed since maybe 2019/2020 bc of the construction. It's not open yet. You can eat in cape Charles or VA Beach

What is the alternate route to Virginia Beach from Ohio not crossing the Chesapeake bridge?

You can take Interstate 64 right into Norfolk over the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel and after a short trip through Norfolk you change over to Interstate 264 and that will take you to the VB Oceanfront.

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I hadn't been over this bridge/tunnel since I was a little girl and had the privilege of driving over the bridge with my children.

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Jamestown Settlement - Outside walkway of state flags

Jamestown Settlement

4.2(210 reviews)
45.4 mi

We visited Jamestown Settlement on Aug 14, 2025. It had free parking, which was a plus. From where…read morewe parked, we crossed the zebra crossing and walked through Quadricentennial Plaza to get to the museum. Erected in 2007 to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown, the Quadricentennial Plaza's dual files of state flags was remarkable. When looking from the north side - facing the trio masts with the United States flag in the middle - the state flags were arranged in order of ratification starting from the right file with the flag of Delaware, moving state by state to the south side, then making a U-turn and continue on in the other file (with the flag of Michigan), and arriving back to the north side with the final state flag (Hawaii). A plague at the base of each mast briefly described the state's founding. A photo is included showing that of the Tar Heel state. Jamestown Settlement should not be confused with Historic Jamestowne (spelled with an extra "e"). The former is a museum located in Williamsburg while the latter is an archeological site located in Jamestown. When we arrived at Jamestown Settlement at 11:20am, the sky was cloudy; by 2:25pm, it was sunny and clear. The museum had a wide facade. When seen from an aerial view, it is shaped like an obtuse angle. Even through we went during the summer vacation, it wasn't crowded that day. If you're not interested in attending the museum, there plenty of benches to hang out by the lawn area. The first thing we did after purchasing the tickets was to watch a movie. We went to the rotunda (amazing ceiling view), and followed the directions to Gallery Theater where we saw "1607: A Nation Takes Root". This docudrama traces the founding of Jamestown from the point of view of the colonists, the Powhatans and the Africans, with the colonists being the main protagonists (no-brainer). If I had known that the film was already available on YouTube, I'd have skipped it altogether. After the film was over, we proceeded down Great Hall to the Galleries. There were three entrances to the Galleries. We took the first one cloest to the rotunda, called the "Before Jamestown" section. Before Jamestown, life was peaceful for the Africans and the Powhatans as shown by their life-sized dioramas. Then came the stars of the Galleries: British colonists. The layout and decor for their exhibits evoked a colonial marketplace. It included a partial model of a ship. The "1607" doorway to the right of "The Virginia Company of London" exhibit led to more exhibits. More Powhatans, including one devoted to Pocahontas. In addition, there were exhibits about women's contributions during the early years of Jamestown. "From Africa to Virginia" was a particularly interesting treat. In front of visitors were artifacts and written displays, behind them was a long, large screen showing clips of Africans' encounter with the colonists and the subsequent development of the slave trade. Next were additional colonist exhibits. They weren't as impressive as what came next: recreated homes from that time period (early to mid 1600s). Some of them were colonist dwellings and some slave dwellings. Hard to tell which was which as they all looked similar. At one of the homes, a video clip - played periodically on an exterior wall - showed a slave describing what life was like back then. He seemed happy, like Song of the South's Uncle Remus happy. Across from that home was a doorway leading to Great Hall. By the doorway were written displays encouraging visitors to "Turn Legacy Into Action". To the left of the doorway was an exit that led outside to the gazebo and an area called the Mall. The Mall had a walkway surrounding a larger lawn. At the end of the lawn towards the gazebo was the Commemoration Tower. Review continues in the attached image. More photos and videos can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@1Somber. Look for the playlist "2025-3: Jamestown Settlement Museum".

We visited during their Winter Lantern Festival and thought it was absolutely amazing…read more It took the wifey and I about 1 1/2 to see all the displays. They were so colorful and detailed. The only thing was I was surprised at was there weren't many signs that explained the displays. Now I could be wrong and maybe they were just displays but it seemed many had a specific meaning. Not sure. We also got to watch an acrobatic performance which was really cool. I understand there is a different show every hour or so. There was a large tent with items to purchase as well. So if you get the chance to see one of these displays either at Jamestown or as I understand at other locations around the nation - do it. Great family evening.

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Jamestown Settlement - Beautifully decorated hall to the galleries has so much history

Beautifully decorated hall to the galleries has so much history

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Barrier Islands Center - This is one of the running lights used in boating.  Photo taken October 17, 2017.

Barrier Islands Center

4.8(8 reviews)
19.0 mi

A hidden gem! Friendly, knowledgeable staff, excellent exhibits, great kid section on the top…read morefloor, neat options in the gift shop. All with no admissions fee!

What a well done museum in an unexpected place!! We were looking for a day trip from our home in…read moreNorfolk and saw this one on TripAdvisor. Since it is only about 20 miles from the bridge tunnel up the shore (one of my favorite places on earth!), we decided to check it out. SO glad we did! And since admission is free, it made the bridge tunnel toll worth it! When you walk in you are greeted by the most friendly docent who gives you a brief background of the museum and what it's about. She told us they have several films and asked if we wanted to watch any of them. We did - "Our Island Home" gives you a terrific view of what life on Hog Island was like before it was abandoned from people who were actually born there. After whatever movie(s) you want to watch, you are "free range" to explore the museum. It is SO well done. I could have roamed around for longer than the 2 hours we were there (but I'm a museum reader - I have to check out everything!). Definitely allow yourself a couple of hours to explore. The exhibits are fantastic and laid out well. All artifacts were donated or on loan from actual island families - they don't purchase their artifacts. I like that. Shows the love for the community that these people have. Definitely check out the attic! There are hands on things for the kids - it's hot up there in the summer though! I was fascinated by the twisted chimney (not going to tell you why it was built that way - you'll have to go find out for yourself!). This is a GREAT little stop if you are looking for something cool to do on your way up or down Rt. 13 on your way to your vacation or a great day trip from the VA Beach area. With all their many activities and programs, we will definitely be back!

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Barrier Islands Center - This sign is on the right side of the Almshouse notating that this place is a state and federal landmark.  Photo taken October 17, 2017.

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This sign is on the right side of the Almshouse notating that this place is a state and federal landmark. Photo taken October 17, 2017.

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