Free & Cheap Things to Do in Chesapeake, VA

  • The list below includes 139 free or cheap things to do in or near Chesapeake, Virginia, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Parks and Trampoline Parks.
  • From Oak Grove Lake Park to Chesapeake City Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chesapeake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton and Portsmouth.
  • The list below includes 139 free or cheap things to do in or near Chesapeake, Virginia, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Parks and Trampoline Parks.
  • From Oak Grove Lake Park to Chesapeake City Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chesapeake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton and Portsmouth.
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Professional pizzeria offers a variety of food and drinks at an array of locations including brick oven pizzas, salads, and sandwiches
18.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Skating Rinks 1924 E Pembroke Avenue, Hampton, VA 23663 MoreLess Info
A retro-themed roller skating rink, Plaza Roller Rink offers open skating times as well as party and event rentals. The facility features a snack bar with various refreshments, and hosts fundraisers and other special events.
18.9 Miles
84% 864 votes
Lighthouses 583 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23459 MoreLess Info
Near the first landing site of the Jamestown settlers is the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse. Visitors to the lighthouse are allowed to climb to the top of the tower in order to have panoramic views of the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.
18.9 Miles
88% 1801 votes
Beaches Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 MoreLess Info
Guests to Virginia Beach are able to enjoy the most common beach activities, including lounging, swimming, vollyball, sand creations, and picnicking. The beaches are free for general access, but equipment rental and nearby attractions have their own associated fees.
18.9 Miles
84% 864 votes
Lighthouses 583 Atlantic Ave., Fort Story, Norfolk, VA 23451 MoreLess Info
The oldest government built lighthouse in the United States is the Cape Henry Lighthouse, which overlooks the Chesapeake Bay. The site is very close to the 'First Landing' location of the Jamestown settlers.
19.1 Miles
90% 112 votes
Farms & Ranches 60 Pine Chapel Road, Hampton, VA 23666 MoreLess Info
Family-oriented adventures and educational experiences are held at the Bluebird Gap Farm. The 60-acre farm holds roughly 150 domestic and wild animals with added activities like a large playground and nature trail.
19.1 Miles
93% 975 votes
Beaches Virginia Beach, VA MoreLess Info
Considered to be quiet and family-oriented, the Sandbridge Beach is an alternative to the very busy Virginia Beach. The waves are normally easy and the water is relatively shallow, giving even young children a swimming experience in addition to numerous animal watching activities.
19.4 Miles
53% 40 votes
Beaches Riverpark Drive at Mercury Blvd, Newport News, VA 23607 MoreLess Info
Huntington Park Beach sits alongside the James River with a small beach, lifeguards, bathroom facilities and a public boat launch that is open all year. A large, updated playground called Fort Fun is also available for younger children.
19.5 Miles
67% 57 votes
Aviation Museums 413 W. Mercury Boulevard, Hampton, VA MoreLess Info
Air Power Park is actually an outdoor, roadside park and museum that is simple to view and visit. The collections document the role Hampton played in the early space exploration and aircraft testing in the United States.
19.5 Miles
95% 326 votes
History Museums 20 Bernard Road, Hampton, VA 23651 MoreLess Info
Held within the fort itself is Fort Monroe's Casemate Museum. It chronicles the military history of the fort, including the restored room where Jefferson Davis was briefly held as a prisoner following the Civil War.
19.5 Miles
- 3 votes
Beaches 361 Hornet Cir, Newport News, VA 23607 MoreLess Info
Open to the public, Huntington Beach is lifeguard monitored beach, providing visitors with a safe environment to go swimming in. The beach also has sand volleyball courts available on a first come, first serve basis.
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