5 days in Virginia Beach Itinerary

Holding a record for the longest pleasure beach in the world, Virginia Beach showcases 35 miles of coastline and maintains a longstanding reputation as a family-friendly vacation destination.

Explore Virginia Beach's surroundings by going to Currituck Beach Lighthouse and Museum (in Corolla), Wright Brothers National Memorial (in Kill Devil Hills) and Williamsburg (Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown Settlement, & more). Next up on the itinerary: take in the waterfront at Virginia Beach Boardwalk, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, learn about all things military at Military Aviation Museum, and examine the collection at Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Virginia Beach trip builder website .

Expect a daytime high around 86°F in August, and nighttime lows around 72°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can travel back home.