Hampton Roads Guidebook
Things to do
The botanical gardens is a well kept secret. There are many miles of walking paths among beautiful flowers year round. There is a butterfly garden, trails along the lake, and a rose garden. It is only 15 minutes from the Big Blue House.
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Botanischer Garten Norfolk
6700 Azalea Garden RdThe botanical gardens is a well kept secret. There are many miles of walking paths among beautiful flowers year round. There is a butterfly garden, trails along the lake, and a rose garden. It is only 15 minutes from the Big Blue House.
Great place to go if you like sea life and I-Max movies.
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Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
717 General Booth BlvdGreat place to go if you like sea life and I-Max movies.
Great place to see a bird's eye view of Hampton Roads.
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Leuchtturm Cape Henry (1881)
583 Atlantic AveGreat place to see a bird's eye view of Hampton Roads.
Virginia Air & Space Center
600 Settlers Landing RdGreat for families!
Revisit the past with a trip to Williamsburg. It takes about 50 minutes to get to Williamsburg.
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Colonial Williamsburg's Merchants Square
134 N Henry StRevisit the past with a trip to Williamsburg. It takes about 50 minutes to get to Williamsburg.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
1 Busch Gardens BlvdLots of fun rides for everyone!
Boardwalk
1601 Atlantic AveGreat place to walk or ride bikes along the water.
Great place to hike! You can take a short hike (1-3 mile) or a long hike along the water(7-9 miles). There are also bike trails for bikers. In the parking area on the Bay side of shore drive, there is a place to charge your electric vehicle if you havve one! Take plenty of water and dont forget the bug spray if it is warm weather.
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First Landing State Park
2500 Shore DriveGreat place to hike! You can take a short hike (1-3 mile) or a long hike along the water(7-9 miles). There are also bike trails for bikers. In the parking area on the Bay side of shore drive, there is a place to charge your electric vehicle if you havve one! Take plenty of water and dont forget the bug spray if it is warm weather.
Great for families and especially history buffs!
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Colonial Williamsburg's Merchants Square
134 N Henry StGreat for families and especially history buffs!
Food Scene
80/20 Burger Bar
123 W 21st StGreat Burgers and a lot of different types of beer.
Happy Hour every day from 4 to 7: 1/2 price wine, beer, and wings.
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Captain Groovy's Grill & Raw Bar
8101 Shore DrHappy Hour every day from 4 to 7: 1/2 price wine, beer, and wings.
This restaurant is in an old church. Great food and atmosphere.
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Freemason Abbey Restaurant
209 W Freemason StThis restaurant is in an old church. Great food and atmosphere.
Great iconic restaurant in Va. Beach: about 20-25 minutes away. You need a reservation. Great for a special occasion.
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Steinhilber's
653 Thalia RdGreat iconic restaurant in Va. Beach: about 20-25 minutes away. You need a reservation. Great for a special occasion.
Mermaid Winery
330 W 22nd StWine tastings and appetizers
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant
4561 Virginia Beach BlvdGreat variety of food
If you are going to Va Beach to visit, stop here and take home some delicious bakery items or call an order a cake for any special occasion. You won't be disappointed.
Sugar Plum Bakery Inc
1353 Laskin RdIf you are going to Va Beach to visit, stop here and take home some delicious bakery items or call an order a cake for any special occasion. You won't be disappointed.
Get a sandwich and a glass of wine to go; lots of specialty foods.
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The Cheese Shop
410 W Duke of Gloucester StGet a sandwich and a glass of wine to go; lots of specialty foods.
Tipps für Reisende
Verkehrsmittel
Avoid the tunnels between 6 and 9 am and 3 and 6 pm.
You can get to Virginia Beach the scenic way by taking Ocean View Avenue to Shore Drive and following it all the way there. This is advisable during rush hours. The HRBT does not charge a fee, however the Portsmouth Tunnel charges by the plate.
Verkehrsmittel
Travelling through the Portsmouth Tunnel incurs a fee.
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