Things to do in Virginia Beach

Planning questions about Virginia Beach

What are the best things to do in Virginia Beach?

Sunset Dolphin Kayak Tours is the highest ranked experience in Virginia Beach, scoring 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 514 traveler reviews. Small Group Dolphin Kayak Eco-Tour, Ziplining and Climbing at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium, Wetland Zip Tour, Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours round out the top five. Outty ranks 30 bookable experiences in Virginia Beach, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Virginia Beach cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Virginia Beach is $50 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $7 on Podcast Tour Virginia Beach: From Shipwrecks To Sandcastles. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Virginia Beach for today?

Yes. 30 of the top 30 experiences we rank in Virginia Beach currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Virginia Beach good for families?

Yes. 8 of the experiences we rank in Virginia Beach are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Virginia Beach?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Virginia Beach?

May to September, with dolphin season from May to October. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Virginia Beach?

27 of the 30 experiences we rank in Virginia Beach offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Virginia Beach gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Virginia Beach so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.