Going to the beach doesn't have to break the bank. If you're looking for a coastal getaway, consider Virginia Beach. The beachside city in southeastern Virginia is located where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean.
A three-mile boardwalk stretches along its beach-lined oceanfront. The bayside First Landing State Park marks the 1607 arrival of the Jamestown colonists from England, and the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center exhibits ocean life including sharks, rays and sea turtles in globally themed habitats. In addition to the sites, there are plenty of top-notch eateries and bars that'll be sure to pique your interest.
Whether you’re trying to get away ASAP or you’re looking to plan your travels around upcoming deals, take a look at these forthcoming flights between Raleigh and Virginia Beach, which we pulled from travel site Skyscanner.
We've also included top-rated hotels, restaurants and attractions in Virginia Beach, to get you excited about your next excursion.
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Cheapest Virginia Beach flights
The cheapest flights between Raleigh and Virginia Beach are if you leave on July 1 and return from Virginia on July 5. United currently has roundtrip, nonstop tickets for $288.
There are also deals to be had in August. If you fly out of Raleigh on August 2 and return from Virginia Beach on August 5, United can get you there and back for $298 roundtrip.
Top Virginia Beach hotels
To plan your accommodations, here are some of Virginia Beach’s top-rated hotels, according to Skyscanner, that we selected based on price, proximity to things to do, and customer satisfaction.
The Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront (3001 Atlantic Ave.)
If you're looking for an inexpensive place to stay, consider The Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront. The hotel has a 4.2-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $126.
This Virginia Beach beach hotel is near the Neptune Statue and The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center.
Featured Virginia Beach restaurants
Don't miss Virginia Beach's food scene, with plenty of popular spots to get your fill of local cuisine. Here are a few of the top-rated eateries from Skyscanner's listings.
Ynot Italian (2102 Great Neck Square)
Another popular dining destination is Ynot Italian, with five stars from five reviews.
"We ordered take out and really liked the crust," Tilly wrote. "The taste of the pizza was great too. I like that they have 18-inch pies! That is a true large. Look for coupons in the tourist books."
Aldo's Ristorante (1860 Laskin Road)
Also worth considering is Aldo's Ristorante.
Aldo’s Ristorante is the award-winning local’s favorite for fine Italian dining in Virginia Beach. Founded in 1988, Aldo’s has a rich history of serving high-quality Italian cuisine with the freshest ingredients.
"I have been going here ever since I was a little girl growing up in Virginia Beach," wrote Jennifer. "Classic upscale Italian restaurant with lovely servers and a great family atmosphere."
Tautogs Restaurant (205 23rd St.)
Finally, there's Tautogs Restaurant.
"This restaurant is located inside a big house," wrote Tilly."The whole house is the restaurant. It is really easy to miss because the restaurant sign is almost non-existent, but it is very busy."
Featured Virginia Beach attractions
Not sure what to do in Virginia Beach, besides eat and drink? Here are a few recommendations, provided by Skyscanner.
The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center (717 General Booth Blvd.)
First up is The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center.
Also known as the Virginia Marine Science Museum, this aquarium houses an impressive collection of sea life in 800,000 gallons of water. Land life is represented via the Marsh Pavilion and the Aviary, giving a good overall sense of Virginia's wildlife to any newbie visitor. Adjacent to the Virginia Aquarium is the IMAX theater, where one can catch both vivid nature documentaries and some of the latest blockbusters.
"Always fun for all ages," wrote visitor Beach. "Take a dolphin tour or see an IMAX movie. Learn about ocean life or zipline through the woods to the woodlands section and see some native birds and wildlife."
Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (2200 Parks Ave.)
Then, there's Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art.
Exhibitions feature painting, sculpture, photography, glass, video and more from local and international artists. Featuring gallery exhibitions, studio art classes, educational outreach programs and outdoor art show, MOCA involves a diverse public in contemporary visual art.
Virginia Beach
Lastly, consider checking out Virginia Beach.
"The beaches are fantastic; and the boardwalk is great: no stores to distract children," wrote visitor Madelyn. "If you want to shop you have to go one block to Atlantic Avenue."
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