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    Carol and I on the Virginia Beach Bike Trail.
    Ralph S.

    EBiker Buddies at Virginia Beach Neptune Festival! The bike trail alongside the Virginia Beach Board Walk is paved, well maintained and a delight to ride on. There's easy access to the boardwalk within feet of each other. You could spend all day exploring the shops, vendor tents and restaurants. You'll find e-bikes, regular bikes, four wheel petal carts, electric scooters etc on the trail. However watch closely for pedestrians crossing the trail from the beachside hotels. Highly recommended!

    The 34-foot-tall bronze statue depicts King Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, holding a trident and a turtle.
    Kyle Lee H.

    Amazing ocean front view. Path was clean and well-maintained. There are plenty of sites to see and stop at on a walk down the boardwalk. 5/5 overall. If you're looking for a nature filled relaxing walk, a scenic jog, or a place to get a run and workout, this is your place on Virginia Beach.

    Beach front
    Sabrina S.

    We were here for a short period of time in the evening before the rain clouds opened up and the sun went down. The beach at this time was empty, except for a few stragglers. The strand was a huge open space- great for walking and bike riding. The beach was nice and smooth and the water cool to touch. Lots of waterfront restaurants, souvie shops, hotels, and I even saw a cute bunny hopping away on the grass near the strand : D

    Neptune
    Roy A.

    An amazing beach! It's clean, well-maintained, and there's always something to do. The stretch of booths and shops goes on for over 2 miles, offering a wide variety of local crafts, souvenirs, and snacks. There are plenty of activities for all ages, from water sports to beach volleyball. Plus, the atmosphere is friendly and lively, making it a great place for families or a day out with friends. Highly recommend!"

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    Theresa H.

    I just love coming to the Beach. Virginia Beach is a great beach for Families and everyone. They have a concrete boardwalk and a separate bike path for bikers. They also have a playground, workout bars, food and sometimes live entertainment along the Boardwalk.

    Aimee N.

    The VA Beach oceanfront is much different from what I am used to The Sam's is very plain and non course and there is a huge amount of sand toward the water. I loved how the beach looked so clean and how well they decorated for Christmas It was very unique and very inviting!

    My own little slice of heaven!!
    China B.

    I had a blast at the oceanfront. Getting there wasn't so much fun though. Now that its warm expect traffic and lots of pedestrians. When i came a few weeks ago it wasn't nearly as busy. But its tourist season so its a busy area. The boardwalk is a busy more crowded area. So we chose to go down by 57th street which was a bit quieter and had less people. We went in the evening and were able to find a nice spot on the water. The restaurant behind us was playing live music. It was a really nice vibe. Parking in this area is a bit tricky because its mostly residental, but we lucked out and found the prefect spot. It was a 4 minute walk to the beach and everything just worked out. I really enjoyed this part of the beach!! Check it out.

    Sunny but cool day
    Mary L.

    It's been so lovely outside that I had to come enjoy the beach while it was still somewhat warm out. The beach and boardwalk are, in my opinion, best enjoyed during the fall. It's nice and not crowded at all. Mostly everyone here is local, which is great. Maybe I'm just biased but it seems the locals take more pride and are much more considerate of the beach. Don't get me wrong, I think the tourism here during the summer is wonderful for the economy, but it's nice when there aren't so many people. The bike path is much, much easier to ride this time of year versus the summer when everyone conglomerates throughout various parts of the path, making for a challenging ride. I'm hoping to ride until at least the beginning of December.

    Jim W.

    Here off-season, Thanksgiving weekend 2023. Weather is 40 to upper 50's. Relatively empty but still amazing. It's 3 miles long with a lot to see and do.

    Tank G.

    This beach is lined with hotels, restaurants and bars. You will also find a workout spot, a small playground, some statutes, a few memorials, a bathroom facility and the most accessible playground that you will ever see. This is home of the iconic King Neptune sculpture. The beach and ocean front is pretty wide open and very clean. There is tons of metered street parking and a few commercial lots within walking distance that you can park at to visit here. The meters cost about $2/ hour and the lots vary in price depending on what is going on and the season. At the time of my visit, the water temp was in the mid 50s, so there was not much frolicking in the water. The ocean front has what is called a board walk, but it is paved in concrete, so ohh well. It is set up so that people should be walking on the larger section, which runs along the beach line and bikes should be using the smaller strip that is closer to the hotels and restaurants. However, no one follows that and pretty much thinks of it as a suggestion. They have a self-guided tour along the boardwalk that you can use you phone to open QR codes at posts placed along the walk that bring up specific information about the city. You can enter the area from different intersection streets, depending on where you want to go and do. There are some restrooms and the far end and foot and body showers placed along the walk. It is normally not a very busy beach outside of summer and weekends On interesting thing about this beach is that it is located in the backyard on Oceana Naval Air Station. So, you hear jets streaking through the air all throughout the day. Sometimes it is cool to see, but gets annoying to hear. This is a decent beach, especially when the weather is good and it is not packed. It is well decorated and maintained, wide open and most importantly free.

    Linda D.

    Love it! Very clean! Lots to do. I love the fact, that it is very crowded during the day, and by day break, all the garbage pails are empty. Very impressive

    Shelby Z.

    I'm sure my experience at this beach will be very different visiting in December, but even then I was really pleased with it! We were road-tripping and wanted to stop at the beach for a quick break. Of course, there was no one there so there were no crowds to deal with! The beach has a nice, large sidewalk that'll take you down the row of resorts, restaurants and shops. One block over will be all kinds of different businesses you can check out.... And for coming in December, I was pleasantly surprised with how much was open! The sand was a nice dark brown, different from what I see at other beaches. You can also see military ships out in the ocean and jets flying across the ocean front. We had a great time here. I'd love to come back in the summer.

    MOCA art show
    Lisa O.

    I am a local and absolutely love living here. But there can always be some improvements. The roads are still torn up. And now they have extended paid parking. These are 2 things I do NOT like. There use to be free parking after Labor Day. They either need to bring that back or have free parking for locals. . MOCA art show is great. They hold this in October during our good weather. Always a great event.. The events are usually nice , weather permitting. We have been to everything. The music has been great down at the oceanfront. The best is music on the beach. Firework are always spectacular when they have them. They have really nice parades. My most favorite running event was the Santa run. The wicked 10 K is always fun. All the runners dress up in the best costumes. It's more than just running it is a great event for even the cheering crowds. So many wonderful events. The oceanfront is a good place for good food. When my family or friends come to visit they always want to eat at the oceanfront. There are many places to choose from. And don't forget the holiday lights at the beach. I always say Virginia Beach is the best place to live. We have everything going for us. There is still room for improvement but I think there are people in charge of great improvement programs that loves Virginia Beach just as much as I do. The Vibes district is proof of this. The beach is nice and clean and well maintained. The oceanfront also has different parks and play grounds and each offers something different.

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    3.8(94 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    I lived in Virginia Beach for right at two years and my condo was two blocks from Virginia Beach…read more There are a lot of activities on the beach year round and I enjoyed many of them! My favorite was the "Neptune Festival" which was around Labor Day and signified the locals "taking the beach back" from the tourists! I do like the Neptune statue on the beach! I took some free yoga classed offered on the beach, enjoyed watching professional sand sculpture competitions, professional beach volleyball tournaments, and much more! I could have sworn the boardwalk was wooden back then. Regardless if it was wooden or concrete, the boardwalk would open for vehicles every Christmas to enjoy the Christmas lights on the beach! That was always a fun time and Virginia Beach does a great job with this lighting display! It's a must see! We enjoyed rollerblading, bike riding, jogging, and walking along the beach and boardwalk. Why no fifth star? The Atlantic water is ice cold! I did enjoy the beach itself, despite the sand not being as brightly white colored as I'm accustomed to at Orange Beach, Alabama. However, I did not enjoy the ice cold water! Also, during peak tourist season, the beach gets super crowded!

    The parking situation here is absolutely horrible. The signs clearly say parking is free, but if…read moreyou go to the aquarium, they end up putting a huge parking ticket on your car. It feels completely unfair and misleading. This honestly seems like a scam to trick people into getting parking tickets. Be very careful if you decide to come here and make sure you fully understand the parking rules before leaving your car.

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    4.5(23 reviews)
    7.9 mi

    Is it too early for a beach review? Nah, we need something to look forward to this Winter…read more Sandbridge Beach is a favorite and it's been probably two years since the last time I visited. Parking is plentiful and free. The City of Virginia Beach operates the beach and its guards. The beach is clean and wide. It's not as busy as the VBOF either. For surfing it's better than others with currents. Also a plus is its proximity to Back Bay Park. A drawback is that they do not have an infrastructure built up, but many consider this a plus since it's so natural. You can find a food truck on the road in for tacos named Bandino's. Come out and enjoy with warmer weather in the Spring. It's a family friendly beach, so bring the family and dog too! There are so many reasons why Virginia Beach residents feel as though they live in paradise. Our beaches point blank rock and few would dispute that the city knows how to take excellent care of them for our tourist and locals alike.

    I almost don't want to review this beach so it stays under the radar. As a local, this is the best…read morespot to enjoy the beach. Its a little more crowded than it was several years ago & has been built up a little, but it still holds onto its low key beach vibes and 'quieter' more chill environment compared to the ocean front. I greatly enjoy how easy it is to park & walk to the beach. Absolutely love doing shore clean ups here.

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    4.3(104 reviews)
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    Neptune's Park is a must-visit if you're in Virginia Beach. That giant bronze statue of King…read moreNeptune? It's basically the Eiffel Tower or Big Ben of the Oceanfront; towering, iconic, and perfect for photos. I got an amazing pic there with my little brother that I'll always treasure. The park itself is a chill, grassy space right off the boardwalk, often buzzing with live music and people just soaking up the vibe. It's the perfect spot to relax after a stroll or while waiting for the next show to start, there's also beach access not too far from the park if you want to feel the sand in-between your toes, soak up the sun, or hop in the Atlantic Ocean. Surrounding the park is a whole world of things to do; plenty of places to eat, drink, and shop within walking distance. Whether you're in the mood for seafood, a cocktail, or something sweet, it's all right there. Great views, good energy, and that unforgettable Neptune statue this spot is a Coastal Virgina staple for tourists and locals alike.

    I went to Neptune Park to participate in the SOLD OUT She Crab Soup competition…read more It was a great experience. The restaurants really came out for this competition. There was even the Food Network doing a special! The only downfall was that the space was crowded! I definitely believe they should move it to a larger park either in VB or Norfolk. The winner was Tempt! 100000/10 recommend.

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