Things to Do in Virginia
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Bebee Ranch
Chesapeake Bay, Virginia
For fans of Marguerite Henry's "Misty of Chincoteague" and "Stormy, Misty's Foal," a visit to Bebee's Ranch brings the stories to life....
Special Collection
Calvert Marine Museum
Chesapeake Bay, Virginia
This small, unassuming museum's exhibits and many interactive kiosks provide an unparalleled look at Chesapeake Bay history, culture, and underwater life....
Science & Nature Museum
Special Collection
Captain Barry's Back Bay Cruise
Chesapeake Bay, Virginia
Even the most timid of kids will return from one of Captain Barry's Bay cruises confident in her skills as a crabber....
Boat Tour
Chesapeake Maritime Museum
Chesapeake Bay, Virginia
A treasure for those interested in boats, this museum holds the interest of less nautical-minded families, as well....
Special Collection
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge
Chesapeake Bay, Virginia
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this wildlife refuge as you drive (or better yet, walk or bike) through the gates....
Park
Bicycling
Fishing
Swimming
Surfing
Clark's Elioak Farm
Chesapeake Bay, Virginia
Take your kids away from the city and back to a simpler time with a visit to Clark's Elioak Farm....
Petting Zoo
Colonial Williamsburg
Williamsburg, Virginia
A wonderland of American history, Colonial Williamsburg is a feast of fun that transports the family back to the eighteenth century and immerses it in everyday colonial life. The 301-acre city is open only to foot traffic and carriages, and in...
Historical Landmark
Town
Visitors Center
History Museum
Boutique
Dolphin Watching Tour
Chesapeake Bay, Virginia
Seeing dolphins swim around a huge tank and flip and twirl on cue is amazing, but it doesn't come close to the thrill of seeing schools of dolphins out in the ocean just feet away from your boat's edge....
Boat Tour
Flag Ponds Nature Park
Chesapeake Bay, Virginia
Walking along the path from the parking lot feels less like you're walking to the Bay and more like you're going on a forest hike....
Park
Fishing
Hiking
Swimming
Boating
Historic Jamestowne
Williamsburg, Virginia
The real deal, Historic Jamestowne is the actual site of the English settlement, and while not as shiny and interactive as Jamestown Settlement, it is still a must-see. The history on this little piece of land is astounding...
History Museum
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