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.
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.
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.
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
Private Vacation Photoshoot with Photographer in Virginia Beach
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Fort Story
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"We had a nice stay the staff was very accommodatingThe smell of marijuana was very strong. Requested the first floor that was handicap accessible, and it did not have a seat for the tub. Also was very hard to get our patio open."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
"Good breakfast. Valet is through your phone app make sure you ask for the car with ample time. It rained the whole time I was there did not use the pool. It is beach front which is a plus."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
"Accessibility to the beach is a plus, we got the ocean view room and my kids loved it. Although we didn’t go to the pool i wish they would have maintained its cleanliness regularly."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"Friendly"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Ocean Resort
"Our initial impression wasn’t the best. The lobby and elevators were dirty. The stay was nice."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Schooner Inn
"We experienced an upstairs leak in our room. We were given a lame excuse as to why their was leak from maintenance and that there was nothing they could do to keep it from happening. We were moved to another room after the incident occurred twice within hours of each other. It was a bigger room with ..."
Reviewed on 27 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.
