Chesapeake is an amazing city! From the Hampton Roads to the Mermaid Factory, you’ll find plenty of things to do, places to eat, and spots to relax. Be sure to check out our top fun things to do in the state of Virginia!
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Yes, I Want Deals and Tips!Oak Grove Lake Park
Walk, Jog or even Fish at the very beautiful Oak Grove Lake Park
Cloud 9 Trampoline Park
Defy gravity at one of the Coolest Facilities in America – Cloud 9 Trampoline Park
Cinema Cafe
Enjoy a dish from the expansive menu while catching the latest films on HD digital projection screens
Deep Creek Park
Take a picnic and relish in scenic surroundings at Deep Creek Park
Dismal Swamp Canal Trail
Plan a visit to Dismal Swamp Canal Trail to enjoy bicycling, walking, running/hiking, horseback riding, and boating
Glazenfyre
Spend an evening in a canvas painting party at Glazenfyre, to explore your creative side!
Adventure Kayak Tours
From exploring fresh water marshes in Virginia Beach, to entering ancient cypress swamps in Chesapeake, enjoy a memorable journey with Adventure Kayak Tours
Chesapeake Sports Park
Stop by and see why players are talking about Chesapeake Sports Park for the best paintball experience!
Big Woodys- Great Bridge
Stop by Big Woody’s for food, live music, sports and great fun
Chesapeake Arboretum
Meander through miles of walking trails at Chesapeake Arboretum
Haygood Roller Skating Center
Skate along with your family at Haygood Roller Skating Center
Hampton Roads Air Tours
Soar through the skies and see all the sights that Hampton Roads* has to offer with Hampton Roads Air Tours
Fun Ville Playground
Celebrate your birthday or a special event at Fun Ville Playground
Norfolk Botanical Garden
Let your summer evening bloom at Norfolk Botanical Garden
Northwest River Park
Choose among a lot of recreational activities at Northwest River Park i.e. Year-round boating, fishing, hiking, putt-putt course, horse shoes, volleyball nets and so much more
Zombie Thrill Ride
Clear a military base full of the walking dead at Zombie Thrill Ride
Signet Bowling Center
Get your mind off work and spend an evening of games with Pool tables, multiple 40″ plus screens for video games PlayStation and Xbox, plus 8 bowling lanes at Signet Bowling Center
Virginia Zoo
Did you know that you can feed a giraffe, or meet a lion, tiger or bear!? Try Virginia Zoo’s our behind-the-scenes tours
Lakeside Park
Visit Lakeside Park – this 11-acre beautiful lakeside Park features mature trees and a scenic archway bridge that provides historic and panoramic views
Hermitage Museum and Gardens
Wander through a great and diverse nationally recognized art collection spanning 5,000 years at Hermitage Museum and Gardens
Mermaid Factory
Get handmade miniature Norfolk mermaid statues, pre-painted or that you can paint-your-own in Mermaid Factory’ s Studio
Clarke farms
Head to Clarke Farm for a bite to eat and pick some pumpkins & other fresh produce
Paint Nite
Shake up your nite out with friends at Paint Nite by taking the perfect mix of artistic and alcoholic spirits
VA Live Entertainment
Plan a dream celebration at Live Entertainment Venue – a Sports Bar and Lounge
Finao Sportfishing
Whether it is a relaxing inshore family fishing trip or a exciting sportfishing trip, let Finao Sportfishing design a perfect trip for you!
Chesapeake City Park
Enjoy doggie parks, a picnic, play grounds for the children. Skate park, the festivals at Chesapeake City Park
Town Point Park
Have a blast at one of the astounding festivals at Town Point Park
Chesapeake Square
Spending your weekend shopping and eating at Chesapeake Square
Ocean View Fishing Pier
Walk out on and observe the fishing at Ocean View Fishing Pier
Izaak Walton Park
Pack a picnic, kick back and enjoy a mini picnic at Izaak Walton Park
Lake Drummond
Visit Lake Drummond – The origins of this largest natural lake in Virginia still remain a mystery
Eagles Nest Rockin Country Bar
See todays hottest local, regional and national live artists
Nauticus
Learn about sea with interactive exhibits and touch pools at Nauticus Museum
GamerBus
Experience the best Video Gaming Party Bus in the Hampton Roads area!
Peabody's Nightclub
Share your enjoyment of dancing with other dancers at Peabody’s Nightclub
Escape Ship
Take this new and exciting challenge on the Battleship Wisconsin at Escape Ship
Chrysler Museum of Art
Watch skilled glass blowers do live glassmaking at Chrysler Museum of Art
Portsmouth City Park
Visit to hit golf balls, go for a run, go enjoy a breeze off the water or just to relax and throw a baseball at Portsmouth City Park
Weyanoke Bird and Wildflower Sanctuary
Feel like entering Alice’s Wonderland at Weyanoke Bird and Wildflower Sanctuary
Children's Museum of Virginia
Step inside a world where bubbles grow bigger than they are, where the forces of energy electrify and spark your imagination.at Children’s Museum of Virginia
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
Be inspired by the two stories of hands-on exhibits and Celebrate past and present athletes and inspires future ones at Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum
American Rover Sailing Cruises
Set Sail with the friendly and experienced crew of this 125 passengerSailing Schooner – American Rover Sailing Cruises
Hampton Roads Naval Museum
Check out great exhibits on Naval history at Hampton Roads Naval Museum
Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises
Cruise the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River while you will see the sights of one of the world’s busiest sea ports with Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises
Chespeake Bay Diving
Learn to Scuba dive, freedive, swim and Explore the underwater world with Chespeake Bay Diving
Regal Harbour View Grande Stadium 16
Catch a flick with comfortable reclining seats and great popcorn at Regal Harbour View Grande Stadium 16
Sleepy Hole Park
Kick back and take in the breathtaking views of the Nansemond River
Painting with a Twist
Unleash your creative side with Painting with a Twist!
Riverfront Golf Club
Get in the swing with 18-hole course at Riverfront Golf Club
Coastal Food Tours
Enjoy food tours and culinary events in and around norfolk and virginia beach with Coastal Food Tours
Skydive Suffolk
Jump from the sky (literally) for a mind-blowing view and experience, with Skydive Suffolk
Virginia Beach
Go on a family outing to Virginia Beach, Located just 20 miles from Chesapeake
iFLY Va Beach Indoor Skydiving
Book a flight at iFLY Va Beach and Exprience indoor skydiving at it’s best!
Bier Garden Draft List
Dine in at Bier Garden Draft List – welcoming atmosphere where authentic Bavarian cuisine meets a stellar beer selection
Ocean Breeze Waterpark
Shoot down a giant slide into the plunge pool below at Ocean Breeze Waterpark
Sandbridge Beach
Get to know some of the sea’s friendliest creatures i.e. Dolphins at Sandbridge Beach
Hunter House Victorian Museum
Get the real observable history of this area with excellent guides and art always on view at Hunter House Victorian Museum
Great Bridge Lock Park
Take the kids to play and, fish or crab off the shore at Great Bridge Lock Park
Rudee Inlet Stand Up Paddle
Find water, stand up & start paddling at Rudee Inlet Stand Up Paddle
Tula Adventure Sports
Rent the boat and captain for a wakeboard/waterski adventure! with Tula Adventure Sports
False Cape State Park
Head to False Cape State Park for hiking, biking and boating
USS Wisconsin
Learn about one of the largest and last battleships ever built by the U.S. Navy at USS Wisconsin
Potts and Paint
Let Your Creativity Explode In The Ceramic Paint and Glass Buffet at Potts and Paint
The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium
Take to the treetops on 15 trails that weave between tree platforms on the 6-acre site at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium
Ghost Train at Northwest River Park
Take a half-hour ride through the haunted woods of Northwest River Park with Ghost Train
Buckroe Beach and Park
Have a some fun in the sun and enjoy the sounds of the waves at Buckroe Beach and Park
Sarah Constant Beach Park
Discover a place where you can experience the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay, play with your kids or dance the night away under the stars at Sarah Constant Beach Park
Sandbridge Little Island Fishing Pier
Sit back and watch the beautiful sunset sight at Sandbridge Little Island Fishing Pier
Great White Water Sports
Have “Waves of Fun!” on the beautiful beaches of the Chesapeake Bay with Great White Water Sports
Virginia Beach Rock Gym
Seek rock-climbing adventures at Virginia Beach Rock Gym
Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve
Take a peaceful walk in the woods for Quiet Trails, Off the Beaten Tracks and Water Vistas at Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve
The Railroad Museum of Virginia
Observe & appreciate the exhibits and artifacts from the history of railroads at The Railroad Museum of Virginia
Greenbrier Family Skating Center
Show off how flexible your feet are at Greenbrier Family Skating Center
Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art
See the world through artists eyes at Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art
Sandy Bottom Nature Park
Rent Canoes, kayaks, and paddle boats or just Walk the trails at Sandy Bottom Nature Park
Motor World
Check out our heart-pounding Skycoaster, Gravity Storm, Bumper Boats, Kiddie & Thrill Rides, Splat Zone Paintball and Shipwreck Golf at Motor World
Western Branch Park
Spend a day of fun, sports, recreation and relaxation at Western Branch Park
Cedar Point Golf and Country Club
Play a round of golf and then wine and dine in style at Cedar Point Golf and Country Club
Mo & O'Malley's Irish Pub
Savor acoustic music with great food at Mo & O’Malley’s Irish Pub
SailTime Virginia Beach
Sail a scenic cruise to witness an amazing sunset view with SailTime Virginia Beach
Morgan House Antiques Gallery
Wander around Morgan House Antiques Gallery to collect some antiques
Kangaroo Jac's
Give the little one a chance to enlight in the inflatable bouncy houses, slides, jungle gyms, and climbing walls and toys at Kangaroo Jac’s
Chesapeake is a beautiful and great city! You deserve to know what the best attractions are. Whether or not you’re just visiting or staying for the week, Fun Things To Do has your back. Chesapeake will never be boring again! Be sure to contact us if you see any additional fun activities or feedback that you’d like to include!