- The list below includes 99 free or cheap things to do in or near Virginia Beach, Virginia, including 76 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Aquariums, Piers & Boardwalks and Mini Golf.
- From Sandbridge Beach to First Landing State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Virginia Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth and Hampton.
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The visual arts are put on display through many exhibitions at the Peninsula Fine Arts Center. Education is also a high priority through events, programs, and classes for both children and adults.
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Located within the Mariner's Museum is the USS Monitor Center. The exhibit is composed of interactive displays and historical artifacts to help guests experience the history surrounding the ironclad and the people who were involved.
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524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601
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Living exhibits are kept within the Virginia Living Museum to depict the natural history of the state. All ecosystems of the state from the mountains to the marshes to the sea are covered by the animal exhibits, and guests can also view the Virginia skys at the observatory and planetarium.
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Spread over five miles, the Noland Trail follows closely to the shoreline of Lake Maury. The trail is part of the Mariner's Museum Park and has 14 bridges, benches, and picnic areas.
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The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is the largest remaining area of what used to be a habitat of over one million acres. Wildlife in the refuge includes hundreds of species of birds, black bears, grey fox, beavers, mink, and much more.
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At Regal Kiln Creek Stadium 20, visitors can see the latest films in stadium seating auditoriums. The theater accepts both print-at-home tickets, as well as mobile tickets at the ticket kiosk.
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1101 Corolla Village Road, Corolla, NC 27927
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The beautiful red-brick Currituck Beach Light Station is located in Corolla Village, overlooking Currituck Sound. Providing panoramic view, climb its 220 steps, stopping at two landings and the base to view exhibits about the lighthouse. The lighthouse is open from April through November.
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Currituck Beach offers many miles of beach along the Atlantic Ocean. The beach is popular with surfers because the conditions often produce waves for novices and intermediate surfers, and the beach is also popular with anglers and those just looking for a beach hike.
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Lone Star Lakes Park has over 11 lakes for visitors to enjoy. Facilities at the park include horse riding trails, an archery range, a playground, fishing areas, and picnic tables.
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Two miles of wildlife preserve land composes the Estuarine Nature Walk. The area is only accessible by foot or four wheel drive vehicles for birdwatching, wildlife studies, and light hiking.