North Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Central
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Ocean Breeze Waterpark
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Ocean Breeze Waterpark during your visit to Virginia Beach. Discover the seafood restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Activities
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Ziplining and Climbing at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
Our pick of the best North Central Hotel Deals
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Virginia Beach Town Center
"I had a very small room and the bathroom sink did not work at check-in. It did not get repaired until the next morning."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"What I like was the cleanliness of the beach. What I didn’t like was the fact that my room was only cleaned 1 time even though we were here 5 days! After 3 verbal complaints they finally cleaned it…smfh!!"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Ocean Resort
"Great location. Property is old and shows it in worn rooms. Patched ceilings and damaged doors and toilet in the bathroom. Bed and pillows were uncomfortable."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Aqua Vista Resort Hotel
"Location is perfect. The building desperately needs new furniture and updates. However, the the room was clean. The balcony had lots of trash on it and the grassy area between the building and the ocean had a ton of trash that should be picked up. Staff is very friendly and helpful. We were there ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront South
"Good"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
"We had a great time from Sun-Sat. The hotel was very clean and our room was clean as well. We were able to get towels by calling down to the front desk, as well as anything else we needed."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in North Central
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.
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.
Dam Neck
While visiting Dam Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Sandbridge Beach and Dam Neck Beach.
Northwest
If you're spending some time in Northwest, Lynnhaven House and Sandler Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.
Virginia Beach Town Center
You'll love the stunning beaches in Virginia Beach Town Center, and you might want to stick around to check out Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, a top place to visit.
