Fort Story Travel Guide
Virginia Beach
Popular places to visit
Cape Henry Lighthouse
Approved by Washington and Hamilton, this historic lighthouse was the first building seen by many seafarers approaching Virginia’s coast in the 1800s.
Cape Henry Memorial
Enjoy scenic views of ocean and dunes. This intriguing memorial pays tribute to the arrival of the English and a defining Anglo-French battle.
Virginia Beach Boardwalk
Soak up the atmosphere as you stroll along this oceanfront strip, the heart of Virginia Beach’s dining and entertainment scene.
Sandbridge Beach
Escape to this quiet, family-friendly beach to enjoy fishing, strolling, dining on fresh seafood or simply relaxing on the sand.
Virginia Beach Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Virginia Beach Convention Center during your trip to Virginia Beach. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Naval Air Station Oceana
Naval Air Station Oceana is just one of the places to see in Virginia Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Fort Story
Schooner Inn
Good experience
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Center
The room was clean and exactly what we were looking for.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Comfort Suites Chesapeake - Norfolk
I very seldom give a 5-star rating, because I want to save them for exceptional reviews. This is one! I'm a budget conscious business traveler, with 2 - 3 stays a month. The quality of the properties I chose often vary wildly. This Comfort Inn was comfortable, clean & quiet. The room was modern and ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Virginia Beach Waterfront Suites
The staff so so great
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
Everything was great the breakfast was delicious and many choices the room was clean the staff was courteous I read some bad reviews but those were baseless
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Unobstructed view, clean room. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fort Story
Cape Story by the Sea
Though Cape Story by the Sea may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Great Neck Park and First Landing State Park.
Alanton
Alanton might not have many top sights, but First Landing State Park and Great Neck Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Northeast Virginia Beach
If you're spending some time in Northeast Virginia Beach, First Landing State Park and Neptune Statue are top sights worth seeing.
Great Neck
If you're spending some time in Great Neck, Great Neck Park and Hilltop Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
ViBe Creative District
If you're spending some time in ViBe Creative District, Pacific Avenue and Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.
North Central
While visiting North Central, you might make a stop by sights like Princess Anne Plaza Shopping Center and Francis Land House.
