Dining, shopping & city life in Virginia Beach. Explore the area, plan your visit and connect with local businesses.
Oceanfront
The Oceanfront is Virginia Beach’s best-known visitor district and one of the city’s most active public destinations. The central Resort Area follows the Atlantic shoreline and includes the Boardwalk, the parallel bike path, hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues, municipal parking facilities, parks, and public beach access. Nearby places such as the ViBe Creative District, Rudee Inlet, Shadowlawn, North End, and Croatan have their own character in the Oceanfront area.
INFORMATION
City
Virginia Beach
- Area Type
Beach & Tourism District
- ZIP Codes
23451
- Nearby Landmarks
Boardwalk, Rudee Inlet, Neptune Statue, Atlantic Avenue
Location and Access
Use the exact business or venue address in Virginia Beach when planning your journey. Check its entrance and visitor instructions before departure.
Find the area on a mapChoose your exact business or venue in the map results for directions to its entrance.
Easy Transportation
Central Point
Atlantic Ave and 17th St, Virginia Beach VA 23451
Nearby Highways
I-264 East (2.1 mi), I-64 (8.4 mi)
Transit Access
HRT Bus Routes 20, 29, 35 — Frequent service
Make the most of your visit
Dining, shopping & city life
What to expect
The Oceanfront is Virginia Beach’s best-known visitor district and one of the city’s most active public destinations.
Build a visit around one destination
Choose a restaurant, shop, meeting or scheduled event as your starting point. Check its hours or reservation details, then explore the surrounding streets at a comfortable pace.
Parking & getting around
Choose parking for the part of the district you will actually visit. Public garages, metered spaces and private lots can have different rules. Check the route between your stops rather than assuming every block is pedestrian-friendly.
Make an afternoon or evening of it
Combine a meal with browsing or a confirmed local event. For groups, share a specific meeting address and plan a weather alternative. Local businesses keep their own hours, even when a district event is running.
Explore more of Oceanfront & North End
Compare nearby places and plan your next stop with CVA.
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Featured Businesses in Oceanfront district
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Guides and Local Articles
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