North Central Travel Guide
Virginia Beach
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 Sportsplex
Catch an event at Virginia Beach Sportsplex during your trip to Virginia Beach. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Ziplining and Climbing at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium
Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours
Top hotels in North Central
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 Jun 2026
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"The room smelled of cigarettes, and I found two cockroaches; plus, the bed had a huge hole in one side. I just wanted the days to pass so I could leave soon. The indoor pool looked dirty, and the hotel seemed like something out of a horror movie. I definitely won't be back."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Ocean Resort
"The cost/quality ratio of this hotel is totally off. It's mostly old and decrepit, with many amenities needing cleaning or renovation: the peeling popcorn ceiling in the bedroom, the sticky carpet, the bathtub with a weird "sticker" on the bottom, the elevator with buttons you barely want to touch, ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Aqua Vista Resort Hotel
"Good"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront South
"Great staff and clean space! Loved the view."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
"free breakfast was great, hotel was extremely helpful and clean & rooms gave the best possible view of virginia beach sunrises I could’ve asked for my anniversary trip, would recommend and definitely plan on coming to this hotel as soon as possible ."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
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.
