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.
First Landing State Park
Relax on an uncrowded beach, cycle along a winding trail and see a range of natural environments, such as swamps, wetlands and dunes.
Things to do
Ziplining and Climbing at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium
Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours
Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours
Virginia Beach: ViBe District Guided Walking Mural Tour
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
Top hotels in Fort Story
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
Over all experience is goo
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
The hotel met our expectations, the room was clean and comfortable, the location asking the bread walk was exceptional. Staff always attentive and nice. Best of all, at Catch 31 bar and restaurant we had the best dinners and drinks I'd highly recommend the hotel.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Air conditioning/heater did not work. This hotel was a little warn down. Time for a makeover
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
If your looking for a budget place to stay that has an indoor pool, then this will meet the needs. If you are looking for something middle- to higher-quality, this will not meet your needs.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Schooner Inn
Great location at end of the strip. Clean rooms, on the beach, good food nearby. What else could you want?
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
The staff was very professional and very helpful. The rooms were OK. They were not the cleanest, the beds were made, and the showers definitely needed some TLC and a good scrub down. The lobby area was OK. The design and set up was nice. However, the furniture was made of cloth and you could see ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
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 Marina Shores Marina and Great Neck 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.
Chic's Beach
While visiting Chic's Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Chesapeake Beach and Little Creek Beach.
