- The list below includes 30 free or cheap things to do in or near Cape Charles, Virginia, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Nature & Wildlife Areas, Beaches, Marinas and National & State Parks.
- From Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel to Cape Charles Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cape Charles and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hampton, Virginia Beach and Norfolk.
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32386 Lankford Highway, Cape Charles, VA 23310
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Connecting Virginia's Eastern shore with the mainland of Virginia is the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Travelers enjoy the drive through the tunnel, marveling at the surge of the ocean and the modern engineering marvel of the tunnel.
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The southern most town on Virginia's eastern shore features a free public beach known as the Cape Charles Beach. Since there are no true waves and the waters are shallow, it is a very safe beach for families with small children.
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Along Cape Charles is the Kiptopeke State Park with recreational access to the Chesapeake Bay. The park offers many accommodations and a variety of activities such as swimming, hiking, biking, and bird watching.
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Bay Avenue at Randolph, Chesapeake Bay, Cape Charles, VA 23310
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Chesapeake Bay Beach is enjoyed by locals for its gradual slope and knee-high waters that stay warm in the sun. Nice sand makes for good wading; while sunsets and sunrises are worth a special visit to this comfortable local beach.
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The John Curtis' Tomb site is a family burial ground that contains the graves of John Curtis and John Curtis IV. Visitors who are interested in learning more about the colonial days of Virginia may enjoy what this site has to offer.
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The National Wildlife Refuge contains migratory songbirds and raptors, marsh and water birds, mammals, and shrub. Visitors who wish to go hiking can take the Wildlife loop trail through the Maritime Forest.
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5003 Hallett Circle, Cape Charles, VA 23310
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Along the Delmarva Peninsula is the Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge. The area is a very important avian migration funnel in North America, making it perfect for bird watching and environmental education programs.
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814 Randolph Ave, on Rt. 184, Cape Charles, VA 23310
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The Cape Charles Museum is housed in a former power plant and features a number of exhibits including information about how the Chesapeake Bay was formed. A gift shop is also available on site.
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Access to one of the most popular fishing areas on the Chesapeake Bay is provided at the Cape Charles Town Harbor Marina. The site also features state-of-the-art public boat ramps and charter boat excursions.
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32205 Seaside Road, Cape Charles, VA 23310
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The contact center for the Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge, the Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge Visitor's Cen offers information and guidance for visitors to this wildlife preserve and bird sanctuary.