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Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

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717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (757) 385-3474 [email protected]
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Description

The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center welcomes guests into the newly renovated and expanded South Building, now open to the public. Holding nearly 20,000 gallons of water and more than a dozen species, the South Building’s renovated spaces has immersive experiences with interactive exhibits, kids’ play areas, touch pools, an observable veterinary care center, interactive water quality lab, outdoor play areas, and so much more.

Experience one of the best aquariums in the country, with incredible exhibits and amazing animals representing hundreds of species. Be sure to purchase your tickets ahead of time online!

Knot Tell'n Charters

Virginia Beach

Knot Tell'n Charters is a Family Friendly Charter Service offering Inshore & Offshore Fishing, Coastal Cruises, Family events, Wedding / Bachelor parties & More. Our 56 foot Ocean Sportfisher is loaded with ameneties to keep everyone comfortable & happy. Our two experienced U.S.C.G Licensed & C.P.R / First Aid Certified Captains are aboard at all times & will ensure a fun Safe trip for all. Give us a call & book your private Charter today!

Narwhal Adventures

Virginia Beach

Experience the many diverse and breathtaking waterways of Virginia Beach. Either rent for yourself or hire a guided tour. Regardless, once you set foot on a Supsquatch, you are guaranteed one of the most memorable adventures of your life.

Rebel Sportfishing

Virginia Beach

Rebel Sportfishing is a luxurious Virginia Beach offshore fishing (deep sea fishing) charter boat. If you're wanting to catch fish offshore VA Beach or do some fishing inshore near VA Beach, then look no further...you've come to the right place! This VA Beach offshore fishing charter boat is one of the best fishing boats (if not the BEST) in the VA Beach fishing fleet. Most always, the Rebel comes back to the dock with more fish caught than the other boats! With 35 years of Virginia Beach offshore fishing experience, Captain Randy Butler will get you into the fish. Whether you're wanting to catch that trophy marlin or just fill your cooler with meat, Capt. Randy is you're man! We look forward to making your next inshore or offshore Virginia Beach fishing trip a trip of a lifetime!

Affordable and Luxury Event Rentals

Virginia Beach

Renting tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, flatware, tablecloths, dance floors, tents, wedding items. Event rentals for any special occasion. Affordable & Luxury Event Rentals supplies event rentals, wedding rentals and rentals for any occasion. Let us help plan your next wedding, holiday party, corporate event, festival, church gathering, cocktail party or any event you may be planning.Serving Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Suffolk, Newport News, Chesapeake and Eastern Shore of Maryland

Owl Creek Landing

Virginia Beach

Now open! Get ready for the attraction that revolutionizes adventure and exploration in Virginia Beach! We're just minutes from the beach.

Owl Creek Landing features the first spiral tower with the longest steel slide in America, an expansive, elevated Treetop Trail Canopy Walk, and a Children's Treehouse Playground, plus a 1/2 mile of ground-level Forest Trail. The 38 acres of scenic forested land guarantees a breathtaking experience for visitors of all ages and abilities!

The Morton Group

Virginia Beach

Looking to make your trip to Virginia Beach permanent? Give us a call and let us show you what Virginia Beach has to offer in regards to investment properties and homes for sale in Virginia Beach.

Marianne Linen & Equipment Rental

Virginia Beach

Let us free you from the hassle of bringing your own linens and give you more time to relax and enjoy your vacation. We deliver clean sheets, towels and blankets on the day of your arrival and pick up the dirty linens the day you depart.

And don't expect those skimpy old hotel towels from MLR! Every item is of the finest resort quality and is thoroughly sanitized and inspected by hand. We take pride in your satisfaction. After all, our mother's name is on every order :).

If you are staying for two weeks or longer, we provide weekly change-overs at no extra charge. Bed-making service is available for an additional fee. If you have small children, we also have cribs, strollers and other baby equipment, as well as beach equipment.

Wes Laine Surf Camp

Virginia Beach

Learn to surf or improve your surfing skills this summer at the Wes Laine Surf Camp presented by Quiksilver. Wes, a former top 10 ASP World Championship Tour competitor will share his experience and knowledge of surfing with each participant. With a five campers to 1 instructor ration and assisted by a staff of CPR certified instructors and professional surfers, Wes will help you enjoy and appreciate the ocean while experiencing the thrill of surfing.

Air America Parasail

Virginia Beach

Located only blocks from the oceanfront, Air America Parasail offers a safe and fun parasailing experience like no other in Virginia Beach. Air America has one or two person parasailing flights with different heights and dipping available. A USCG-licensed captain and crew with a perfect safety record will make your parasail ride ensures safety. Jet ski rentals are also available.

Ocean Breeze Waterpark

Virginia Beach

Ocean Breeze Waterpark is only 2 miles south of the Virginia Beach Oceanfront and the only full-scale water park in Hampton Roads. A visit to this island-themed destination offers more smiles per gallon with over 30 water slides and attractions - COMING SUMMER OF 2021, a star-spangled family raft ride, Operation Splashdown! With free parking, free inner tubes, free sunscreen, and famous locally for their 50-foot smiling gorilla ambassador, Hugh Mongous.

Motor World Thrill Park

Virginia Beach

Motor World is Your Place to Race providing fun and excitement for all ages. Motor World is the largest Go-Kart Complex on the East Coast featuring 10 Go-Kart Tracks, 14 different style go-karts, 250 karts total, bumper boats, kiddy rides, arcade, games, food and more. Check out the 2 largest and most challenging miniature golf courses in Virginia Beach. This 21-acre park has fun for all ages call today. 757-422-6419
Located at 700 S. Birdneck Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 23451

The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium

Virginia Beach

Experience the natural world in an exciting new way at – The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium. Kids (age 5+), teens, adults, and groups can “take to the trees” above the Aquarium’s Nature Paths and across Owls Creek on one of our many “treetop trails” with thrilling “crossings” between tree platforms. The first of its kind in Virginia, The Adventure Park transforms five acres of forest surrounding Virginia Aquarium with more than 170 platforms connected by bridge crossings, rope courses, zip lines and more. With 15 treetop trails suited to a range of skill levels, The Adventure Park welcomes visitors of all ages to explore at their own pace, providing a complete safety orientation, gear, and tips for self-guided discovery. With no prior climbing experience necessary, the experience is ideal for team building and gives meeting attendees a thrilling outdoor adventure that’s minutes from the Virginia Beach boardwalk and the Convention Center.

Rudee Inlet Jet Ski Rentals

Virginia Beach

There is lots to do at Virginia Beach’s original and largest water sports location. Enjoy a great selection of one-, two- and three-seater Yamaha Waverunners, rented by the hour or half hour. Couples or families, take your own private oceangoing cruise aboard one of our speedboats rented by the hour. Take a kayak out for the day or half-day on our sunlit natural waterways. Or invite up to 6 people out for a full or half-day’s sport fishing charter on a new 51-ft. custom-built boat. Rudee Inlet Jet Ski Rentals is conveniently located just two blocks off the Virginia Beach Oceanfront on Rudee Inlet next to Big Sam’s Restaurant and Raw Bar. When you spot the boat on the left side of the road---you’re there.

ATLANTIC PARADISE * CROATAN OCEANFRONT

Virginia Beach

CALL 757-635-3750 to BOOK ATLANTIC PARADISE! ** YOUR FAMILY DESERVES A WEEK VACATION! ** Best Location right ON THE BEACH with a PRIVATE POOL at CROATAN BEACH a private oceanfront community. Your Clean and Comfortable owner-managed vacation 'home away from home'. Enjoy Surf. Sun. Family. Fun!

Our LUXURY spacious owner-direct vacation home will inspire your family dream vacation experience. Vacation in upscale style, privacy and comfort in your 'home away from home'. ATLANTIC PARADISE at 4100 sq ft on 3 floors offers guests spectacular direct ocean and beach views, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and a large great room with awesome views. Enjoy your PRIVATE POOL, poolside outdoor shower, HOT TUB, Massage chair, Weight Room and Outdoor BBQ GRILL. Atlantic Paradise offers privacy and a quiet vacation plus a backyard beach on Croatan Beach. Quick access to the boardwalk, attractions and nightlife at the Oceanfront is a short walk, bike ride or quick drive.

CALL 757-635-3750 to BOOK now! https://BeachVacationVirginiaBeach.com/

Uniquely located, thoughtfully decorated, clean, and fully outfitted with the best of beach amenities not available at other rentals! Find fantastic spaces to gather or spend a quiet moment in peace and solitude. Step into your family vacation of a lifetime! ATLANTIC PARADISE on Croatan Beach has made available to families many wonderful vacation experiences since 2002.

WINTER SEASONAL RENTAL AVAILABLE. Call for info.

Plan your vacation stay by exploring Virginia Beach ahead of your travel on our site at Explore VB. Make your itinerary complete with the calendar of boardwalk Events, local attractions, activities, dining, entertainment, and vacation guides.

Surf’s up, so check out our exclusive Coastal Concierge service to schedule tours or ease into your Virginia Beach vacation. Our upscale homes are 'your home away from home'. Virginia Beach Oceanfront Vacation Home Rentals have never been better! CALL to BOOK now before the tide rolls out! 757-635-3750 or visit our site at https://BeachVacationVirginiaBeach.com/

Git-R-Done Sportfishing

Virginia Beach

Captain Trick Standing grew up fishing the local waters of Virginia and North Carolina. For over 35 years he has crewed and guided parties to some incredible fishing off the Virginia and Carolina Capes. His father's boat, "Wahoo", was one of the early charter boats to fish from Rudee Inlet in the mid 60's. Since becoming a licensed Captain in 1981 Captain Trick has fished southern Mexico, Costa Rica, the Bahamas as well as local waters scoring in the last two Billfish Grand Slams recorded in the state of Virginia. Whether it's deep dropping for Tiles, trolling for Tuna, fishing for big Blue Marlin or Tournament Fishing Captain Trick Standing can put you on the fish.

Rockafeller's Restaurant

Virginia Beach

In 1989, Rockafeller’s opened its doors as a family owned and operated seafood restaurant in Virginia Beach, seeking to provide our guests with fresh food and renowned service. We have built our success upon that foundation and we remain committed to continuing those goals well into the future. My staff and I work hard to develop new and appetizing recipes for you to try, while continuously improving our classic menu items. Through research, experimenting, and yes, even tasting, we make sure our cuisine is the best around. We also still strive to incorporate the freshest and highest quality products into our recipes while maintaining reasonable menu prices. Our local vendors, including fishermen, oystermen, crabbers, brewers and farmers continually work with us towards that goal.

Regular guests to Rockafeller’s may notice the familiar faces in the dining room. We have many veteran employees who have been with us for over 10 years. In the restaurant world, that speaks volumes about our amazing and happy staff. Everyone we hire is highly trained to provide you with stellar service and amazing food. From your very first visit to Rockafeller’s, you’ll find these welcoming faces to be friendly, professional and committed to your satisfaction. We’ll do whatever we can to make sure that you will have a pleasurable dining experience.

We are also continually working to improve the city around us. As evidenced by our awards and community program involvement listings, we are active members in our community. Rockafeller’s has supported a number of good causes and a multitude of groups throughout the area. We live in Virginia Beach and care about our neighbors.

I would like to personally thank you for choosing to dine at Rockafeller’s. I know you have a lot of restaurants to choose from, and we’re truly grateful that you have selected us. Please relax, enjoy yourselves and feel free to let us know if we can do anything to make your visit a better one.

Virginia Aquarium Boat Trips

Virginia Beach

As leaders in coastal and marine environment conservation, the Virginia Aquarium’s seasonal boat tours have immersed guests in unique aquatic experiences since 1989. Staffed by knowledgeable educators who are engaged in responsible viewing practices, research, and conservation, these boat tours bring you as close as possible to commonly observed species like humpback whales and bottle-nose dolphins, as well as a variety of seabirds, waterfowl, and other animals visiting our waters. A portion of all ticket sales supports our education, research, and conservation initiatives. Visit the Virginia Aquarium website for up-to-date schedules and prices.

Pirate Parasail

Virginia Beach

Fly High above the Atlantic Ocean up to 1,000 ft over Virginia Beach! Pirate Water Sports offers the complete Virginia Beach parasailing experience that is the safest on the Ocean Front. It’s also THE HIGHEST and LONGEST flight (a full 10-12 min flight time!) in Virginia Beach!Open May - September! Call 757-985-7000 or visit us online at www.parasailingvirginiabeach.com. Fly up to 3 people at a time. We offer a photo package to capture the memory!


A note for our visitors:

The local businesses, restaurants and attractions in the Marina District at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront remain open and ready to serve you during City construction on Winston Salem Avenue. Visitors can still enjoy all this area has to offer. For the best routes to the Marina District, visit VirginiaBeach.gov/WinstonSalem or use your preferred navigation app.

Backlash Sportfishing

Virginia Beach

The Backlash is a 53' custom Jim Smith Sportfisher. We fish for a variety of fish including Tuna, Dolphin, Marlin, Striper, and many others. Trips can be booked through the Virginia Beach Fishing Center (757)491-8000. Our prices for trips are Half-day Inshore $600, Full-day Inshore $1,000, All Day Offshore $1,500. All trips are Maxmium 6 people.

Rudee Tours

Virginia Beach

Experience the magic of whales, dolphins, seals, & seabirds in an adventure along the coastal waters of Virginia. With over 40 years of expertise, guaranteed sightings from December through February, and the largest fleet in the area, your whale watching experience should be with the company that cares- Rudee Tours!

All of our boats are ADA compliant, equipped with two bathrooms, a snack bar, a full bar, a heated indoor cabin with comfortable seating, and have a spacious upper deck that is perfect for spotting Virginia's magnificent wildlife. Each eco-excursion is narrated by experienced naturalists and researchers. All trips depart from the Virginia Beach Fishing Center, and include free parking.


A note for our visitors:

The local businesses, restaurants and attractions in the Marina District at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront remain open and ready to serve you during City construction on Winston Salem Avenue. Visitors can still enjoy all this area has to offer. For the best routes to the Marina District, visit VirginiaBeach.gov/WinstonSalem or use your preferred navigation app.