Virginia Beach is a legacy destination known for its pristine beaches and family-friendly attractions. Beyond the beach, the destination has an exciting arts & culture scene, a flourishing culinary community, as well as an influx of craft breweries. As Virginia Beach continues its evolution to appeal to the ever-changing tastes of today’s traveller, new experiences continue to offer new ways to create unforgettable memories.
These new developments, experiences and offerings will surely enhance a visit in 2021:
NEW AND RENOVATED SPACES
Delta Hotels Virginia Beach Bayfront Suites
Debuting February 2021, the Delta Hotels Virginia Beach Bayfront Suites will open as the destination’s only beachfront hotel on the Chesapeake Bay. Offering 295 spacious one- and two-bedroom suites and situated on its own private beach, the hotel, featuring a simple and sleek design, will also include amenities such as an outdoor pool and lounge, kayak and bike rentals and a 24-7 ultra-modern fitness centre. The property’s signature restaurant, Tin Cup Kitchen + Oyster Bar, will offer a robust oyster program, coastal cuisine and expansive outdoor patio with views of the Bay.
Apex Entertainment
A multi-level, 84,000 square feet family entertainment complex is now open in Town Center. Apex Entertainment, a first of its kind in Virginia Beach, boasts a myriad of attractions suitable for all ages including Mini Golf, Bumper Cars, Bowling, Indoor Go Karting, Laser Tag, Ropes Courses and more. A full-service dining experience onsite, The Pit Stop Tavern, offers American cuisine and handcrafted cocktails.
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
After a $25 million renovation, the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center’s South Building is scheduled to reopen in Summer 2021. The revamped building will not only bring back the Aquarium’s beloved otters but will also debut several all-new exhibits featuring interactive play areas, a giant Pacific octopus, two new touch pools with jellies and Indo-Pacific invertebrate and a spellbinding jellies gallery with live jellyfish from around the world. Also opening is the all-new Vet Center wing, giving a behind-the-scenes glance at water quality, conservation and veterinary care.
NEW EXPERIENCES
More to See Photo Expeditions
Purveyors of private ecotours exploring Virginia Beach’s biodiverse waterways, Moore to See Photo Expeditions is shoring up a seafood lover’s delight with its River Crab Feast. Find your moment of ahh and relish in the beauty of nature as you sail along North Landing River before landing at a secluded dock surrounded by nature for the freshest locally caught and steamed Blue Crabs, indulging in a feast unlike any other.
Virginia Beach Beer Trail
From the Oceanfront to the Chesapeake Bay to Pungo and everywhere in between, the craft beer scene is exploding with an eclectic mix of flavorful suds. Whether you’re a beer aficionado or a seasonal sipper, to help you get a lay of the land, the Virginia Beach Beer Trail is a new downloadable guide to local breweries and taprooms passionately pouring ale for all.
Virginia Beach Cycling and Bike Trails
With more than 200 miles of trails, Virginia Beach is a haven for bikers of all ages and skill levels. For those who prefer sightseeing from two wheels, the destination now offers three distinct self-guided trails: Bike, Brew and Arts Trail, Bike, Brew and History Trail or the Family Fun Trail. Each trail has a downloadable map that allows riders to see the city at their own pace and discover hidden gems off the beaten path.
NEW IN FOOD & BEVERAGE
Three Notch’d Brewing Company
The Virginia Beach craft brewery scene continues its expansion and Town Center will be the new home of Three Notch’d Brewing Company. The beloved local brewery, known for fruity sours, hoppy flagship brews and community-based collaborations, will debut in Summer 2021.
SPORTS AND EVENTS
Virginia Beach Sports Center
The East Coast’s newest and largest indoor sports complex resides in Virginia Beach. A state-of-the-art facility with 285,000 square feet of space, including 12 basketball courts, 24 volleyball courts, a 200 meter hydraulically banked track and seating for 5,000 spectators, the venue hosts everything from open gym hours for the general public community sports leagues to collegiate sports.
East Coast Surfing Championships
Virginia Beach’s premier surfing event is now the longest-running continuous surf competition in the world. Since 1963, the event has bought some of the finest surfers to the destination to tackle the waves. Stay tuned for details on the 59th annual East Coast Surfing Championships, which will take place in August.
To keep up to date on new attractions and experiences in Virginia Beach or to plan your next trip, visit https://www.visitvirginiabeach.com/.
About Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, one of Virginia’s most populous cities, resides where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. The city is home to 35 miles of sandy beaches, a flourishing culinary and craft beer scene, rich history, a variety of arts and entertainment and family-friendly attractions that keep visitors entertained year-round. For more information about Virginia Beach, visit www.visitvirginiabeach.com.
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