Virginia+Beach

= Local View: Virginia Beach, VA = Virgina Beach is a popular summertime vacation destination but we call it home year round!



A bit about Virginia Beach
The city of Virginia Beach is in the southeastern part of the state of Virgina, bounded on the south by North Carolina, the east by the Atlantic Ocean and on the north by the Chesapeake Bay. Virginia Beach has 38 miles of shoreline, with 28 miles of public beach area and a 3-mile Boardwalk. (Virginia Tourism Corporation, 2010) According to the 2000 census, the city of Virginia Beach is almost 250 square miles and is home to approximately 433,500 people. About 25% of the population is under the age of 18 and 10% is over 65 years old. (Census Bureau, 2010) The Virginia Beach City Public School system includes over 80 schools.

Local view: culture
Virginia Beach is a typical beach community, a mixture of longtime residents and summer tourists, with a large influx of military and defense-related business. As a result, there is something for everyone who wants to experience the local culture.

Ancient Art Tattoo Studio
With a large customer base in the local Navy community, Ancient Art is the longest operating tattoo studio chain in the area. You can see examples of their art work on display on all the local beaches. Ancient Art Tattoo

A favorite breakfast (and lunch) location for the locals and tourists alike. Make sure you check out the strawberry shortcake! 2113 Pleasure House Road Virginia Beach, VA 23455-2742 (757) 460-2460 ‎

Virginia Aquarium
The Virginia Aquarium is located in Virginia Beach. It features all types of animals and exhibits that focus on marine and shore life; excursions such as dolphin and whale watching; and programs and activities for all age groups. For more information, visit their web page: Virginia Aquarium

First Landing State Park
Originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, First Landing State Park is located in Virginia Beach, by the Chesapeake Bay. It is Virginia’s most visited state park. The park's name was changed in 1997 from Seashore State Park to First Landing State Park to reflect its heritage as the first place where members of the Virginia Company landed. They went on to settle Jamestown. (Dept of Conservation and Recreation, 2010) For more information, visit their web site: First Landing State Park

Learn more about Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach Public Libraries

Official City of Virginia Beach Web Site Virginia Beach - Virginia Is For Lovers [|Princess Anne County/Virginia Beach Historical Society]