Fort Story Travel Guide

Virginia Beach

A lighthouse with a white and black striped tower, a small white building with a red roof, and a white fence surrounding the area.
A lighthouse, white houses, and a cloudy sky.
A lighthouse with a dome and a brick base, surrounded by tall grass.
A sunset over a rocky coastline with waves crashing onto the shore.
A lighthouse on a grassy hill with wooden stairs leading up to it.

Stay near popular Fort Story attractions

A stone tower with a metal staircase leading up to it, surrounded by dense green foliage.

Cape Henry Lighthouse

8.4/10 (143 reviews)
Approved by Washington and Hamilton, this historic lighthouse was the first building seen by many seafarers approaching Virginia’s coast in the 1800s.
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Things to do

Ziplining and Climbing at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium

Ziplining and Climbing at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium

Rp1.156.160
per adult
Ziplining and Climbing at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium
Neptune in all his glory. Come join us and find out why Virginia Beach is so haunted!

Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours

Rp469.690
per adult
Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours
Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours

Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours

Rp433.560
per adult
Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin

Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin

Rp770.292
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
View of the water and the Spirit of Norfolk Dinner Cruise ship

City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise

Rp1.854.553
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
View of Spirit of Norfolk

City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise

Rp1.747.969
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
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Top hotels in Fort Story

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
5700 Atlantic Ave Virginia Beach VA
The price is Rp2.298.886 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.298.886
Rp2.813.967 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,920 reviews)
"Clean room . As others have stated, the building is definitely dated. But the rooms were clean and everything worked so it was ok. It's a good location. It's far enough north of the center of the tourist district to be calmer and less traffic. we'd stay again."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Ocean Resort

Ocean Resort

2.5 out of 5
Atlantic Avenue,2417 Virginia Beach VA
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.971.186 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp1.971.186
Rp2.552.417 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,635 reviews)
"Beach view is so beautiful"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Ocean Resort
Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach Town Center by IHG

Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach Town Center by IHG

3.5 out of 5
4453 Bonney Rd Virginia Beach VA
The price is Rp2.192.797 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp2.192.797
Rp2.557.863 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (436 reviews)
"Night Auditor didn't have the best attitude upon checking in after midnight. She seemed not very hospitable. Gwen I believe? Additionally, despite filling out a secured credit card authorization form for my team member to be able to successfully check herself in, and her full name being added to ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach Town Center by IHG
Delta Hotels by Marriott Virginia Beach Waterfront Suites

Delta Hotels by Marriott Virginia Beach Waterfront Suites

4 out of 5
2800 Shore Drive Virginia Beach VA
The price is Rp3.887.845 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp3.887.845
Rp4.507.187 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in ...
Delta Hotels by Marriott Virginia Beach Waterfront Suites
Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
1101 Atlantic Ave Virginia Beach VA
The price is Rp2.386.540 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp2.386.540
Rp2.780.531 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,475 reviews)
"The entire staff was great. Views were perfect. Kids loved the pool."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG

3 out of 5
3900 Atlantic Avenue Virginia Beach VA
The price is Rp3.578.454 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp3.578.454
Rp4.151.368 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG
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Where to stay in Fort Story

Find the best Fort Story areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with a long promenade, ocean waves, and a clear sky.

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.

A sandy beach with dunes and grass, and houses in the background.

Sandbridge

Beaches and parks are just a few things travellers like about Sandbridge. A stop by Sandbridge Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

A beach with a sunset over the ocean.

Dam Neck

While visiting Dam Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Sandbridge Beach and Dam Neck Beach.

A pebble beach with ocean waves and a cloudy sky.
Photo by Tori Farrar
Open Photo by Tori Farrar

Northwest

If you're spending some time in Northwest, Lynnhaven House and Sandler Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.

A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it.

Chic's Beach

While visiting Chic's Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Chesapeake Beach and Little Creek Beach.

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