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Free 2016 visitors’ guide A Coastal Virginia Community
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Welcome to chesapeake, in the heart of Coastal Virginia! Just minutes from the Virginia Beach Oceanfront and Downtown Norfolk, Chesapeake lays claim to an impressively diverse collection of geography encompassing urban delights, rural masterpieces, and an endless menu of outdoor options and indoor fun. With Chesapeake as the starting point of Coastal Virginia, it’s easy to explore all the region has to offer. Travel back to a simpler time with a visit to Colonial Williamsburg, Historic Yorktown or the Jamestown Settlement. Find your inner adventurer as you kayak the 22-mile Dismal Swamp Canal that flows through the heart of the Great Dismal Swamp, offering explorers magnificent terrain views and glimpses of its diverse wildlife. A perfect beginning for day trips or extended stays, Chesapeake can promise visitors just about anything they desire—from first rate shopping to astounding recreational excursions. Looking for more information? Be sure to stop by our Visitor Center for an abundance of informational brochures about area attractions and events. FREE 2016 VISITORS’ GUIDE
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Grab a paddle & dive in!
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nstead of spending your summer lying by the pool, why not try
“Endless miles of historic, awe-inspiring waterways is the reason Chesapeake is Coastal Virginia’s premier kayak destination.” – Kevin Fonda, Owner of Adventure Kayak Tours
something adventurous this season? In Chesapeake, there are plenty of scenic waterways to explore through paddling sports. Even if you’re
new to paddling, you’ll love discovering all there is to do in Chesapeake.
Kayaking has become one of the most popular paddling sports in Chesapeake, and it’s not hard to see why. Paddlers love gliding along the
Great Dismal Swamp Canal, keeping their eyes peeled for the diverse wildlife in the area. This area is especially popular with birders who hope to spot some of the rare birds that migrate through the Great Dismal Swamp Wildlife Refuge. Kayakers also enjoy paddling in Northwest River Park, one of Chesapeake’s premier fishing hotspots, and casting a line for crappie, bass and catfish. For another waterway excursion, locals and visitors alike can unwind by canoeing on Lake Drummond, one of the only two natural lakes in Virginia, or by identifying unusual flora and fauna found along the brackish waters of the Deep Creek. Don’t let the season slip by without adventure this year. Grab a kayak or canoe and build lifelong memories with paddles in hand.
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Northwest River Park & Campground
Battlefield Park
Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises
Chilled Ponds Ice Sports Complex
One Waterside Drive Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 627-7406 Offering two-hour narrated naval base cruises daily from Nauticus.
1416 Stephanie Way Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 420-4488 Offering public skating sessions, birthday parties, learn-to-skate programs, adult hockey and youth hockey leagues.
Virginia Beach Oceanfront I-64 to I-264 Virginia Beach, VA Just 15 minutes from Chesapeake, the Virginia Beach Oceanfront offers miles of unspoiled coastline for a day at the beach.
Family Fun
Ballahack Airsoft 2900 Ballahack Road Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 685-3356 With miles of trails, woods, swamp, and clearings centered around our MOUNT facility, the field provides varied terrain for multiple engagement types.
ATTRACTIONS
BrickHeadZ Build, Play & Party Center
Waterfront
American Rover Sailing Cruises 333 Waterside Drive Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 627-7245 April through October she sails the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River and Hampton Roads Harbor on daily 2 hour narrated harbor and sunset cruises.
Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway
Thousands of boats ply this waterway passing through Chesapeake at the Dismal Swamp Canal and the Albemarle/ Chesapeake Canal annually.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel
Deep Creek Lock Park
Great Bridge Lock Park
300 Luray Street Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 382-6411 Heavily wooded 25-acre site with a combination pedestrian bridge/ elevated walkway system to traverse a tidal inlet and marsh area.
100 Locks Road Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 382-6411 Located along the Intracoastal Waterway, this 19-acre park features a two-lane boat ramp, picnic shelters and a foot-trail along the north shoreline. A raised berm area, with interpretive signage explaining the lock system, permits spectators a great view of the many yachts which transit the lock on this busy waterway.
Elizabeth River Park 1400 Elizabeth River Way Chesapeake, VA 23324 (757) 382-6411 Amenities include Ship’s Store combo building with restrooms and covered pavilion, multiple shelters and gazebos, docking facilities, and more. Located on the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River with a view of the South Norfolk Jordan Bridge.
(757) 331-2960 Showcases the mighty surge of the Atlantic Ocean, the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay, and the soaring grace of an engineering marvel. 4
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Spirit of Norfolk Harbor Cruises Waterside Drive Otter Berth Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 625-1748 Join the Spirit of Norfolk year-round aboard climate-controlled decks for lunch, dinner or a specialty cruise.
1525 Technology Drive Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 609-3738 Offering an environment for builders of all ages and abilities to use LEGO® bricks for their creative imaginations.
Chesapeake Paintball 3064 Yadkin Road Chesapeake, VA 23323 (757) 279-8200 Boasting a fully stocked pro-shop, 2 official size turf fields, a M.O.U.T. site and over 40 acres of woods for a true paintball experience.
Chesapeake Planetarium 310 Shea Drive Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 547-0153 Free programs, including telescope observations. Reservations required.
Children’s Museum of Virginia 221 High Street Portsmouth, VA 23704 (757) 393-5258 Virginia’s largest interactive children’s museum. Home of the Lancaster Train Collection.
Cloud9 825 Greenbrier Circle, Suite P Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 296-2001 Over 10,000 square feet of connected, world-class trampolines in a 20,000 square foot facility, featuring over 50 trampolines, including the famous angled wall trampolines, launching decks and a few surprises up in the ceiling to test your vertical skills.
Fun Forest 900 City Park Drive Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 382-6411 Ultimate children’s playground, imagination center and family adventure area!
GLäZENFYRE: A Paint It Yourself Pottery Studio 501A Kempsville Road Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 436-9990 Paint-it-yourself pottery studio that now offers fusible glass and canvas painting. Private party room that is great for birthdays, work groups, family reunions, or bridal showers.
Greenbrier Family Skating Center 1409 Stephanie Way Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 420-0258 Equipped with a large skating floor, high tech lighting, arcade room, full service snack bar, and a friendly staff.
Hampton Roads Air Tours 5190 W. Military Highway Chesapeake, VA 23321 (757) 855-5525 This extravagant experience will give you a bird’s eye view as you soar through the skies and see all the sights that Hampton Roads has to offer.
GameWorks
Motor World of Virginia Beach
Chesapeake 9/11 Memorial
700 S. Birdneck Road Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (757) 422-6419 Featuring 11 go-kart tracks, 250 Karts with 16 different style Go-Karts to choose from. Open year round.
900 City Park Drive Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 382-6411 A memorial in remembrance of the 9/11 tragedy with a steel beam from the World Trade Center. A rock from Shanksville and limestone from the Pentagon, currently housed at the Chesapeake Visitor Center, will also reside here.
Ocean Breeze Waterpark 849 General Booth Boulevard Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (757) 422-4444 Features over 30 rides, slides and attractions.
Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center 717 General Booth Boulevard Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (757) 385-FISH (3474) Explore over 800,000 gallons of one of the best aquariums and live animal habitats in the country.
Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374 Open year round, the Zoo offers family fun, education, and excitement for everyone.
History & Historical
Battlefield Park 1775 Historic Way Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 482-4480 Home to an Interpretive Historic Pathway, an Outdoor Auditorium, a Recreation of the Causeway from 1775, a Family Picnic Area, and a monument to the British troops that lost their lives during the battle.
Battleship Wisconsin One Waterside Drive Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 664-1000 Explore its deck through a selfguided tour or, with an additional charge, our guided Topside Tour.
Chesapeake Veterans’ Memorial 306 Cedar Road Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 382-6151 Commemorates the service and sacrifice of Chesapeake citizens and loved ones who are serving or who have served in all branches of the military.
Historic St. Luke’s Church 14477 Benn’s Church Boulevard Smithfield, VA 23430 (757) 357-3367 Offering guided tours at the top of the hour, covering over 480 years in 45 minutes and exploring the American pursuit of religious freedom as well as separation of church and state.
Virginia Civil War Trails (800) 370-9004 Virginia Civil War sites in Chesapeake: Village of Great Bridge, Pleasant Grove Baptist Cemetery, Glencoe, Dismal Swamp Canal, Village of Deep Creek, Cuffeytown 13, and Seven Patriot Heroes.
Outdoor
Adventure Kayak Tours (757) 237-8776 Local kayaking outfitter offering personalized trips with modern equipment and individualized attention.
Chesapeake Arboretum 624 Oak Grove Road Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 819-7510 A mature hardwood forest with many varieties of native plants and trees. Part of the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail South Chesapeake Loop.
Chesapeake Arboretum
Chesapeake Campground
Indian River Park
693 S George Washington Highway Chesapeake, VA 23323 (757) 485-0149 100-acre campground has two swimming pools, canoe rentals, pony rides, mini golf, and more.
1709 Rokeby Avenue Chesapeake, VA 23325 (757) 382-6411 91-acre park, which contains a natural 70-acre area consisting of large mature hardwood and pines, a baseball field, play area and girls’ club.
Chesapeake City Park 900 City Park Drive Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 382-6411 Multi-amenity 90-acre site. Home to Fun Forest, Skate Park, Dog Park, and the Robert G “Buddy” Bagley Stage.
Chesapeake Famers’ Markets
120 Reservation Road Chesapeake, VA 23322 900 City Park Drive Chesapeake, VA 23320 Open Wednesday and Saturday beginning in June through November. 4437 Portsmouth Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23321 Open Saturday beginning in June through November.
Deep Creek Park 437 George Washington Highway South Chesapeake, VA 23323 (757) 382-6411 Features a dog park, playground, and multi-purpose athletic fields.
Dismal Swamp Canal Trail 1200 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 382-6411 This 8.5 mile multi-purpose linear trail accommodates horse owners, bicyclists, walkers, joggers, and boat owners and runs adjacent to the Dismal Swamp Canal threading through some of the most uniquely historical and ecologically significant habitats in the United States.
Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge 3100 Desert Road Suffolk, VA 23434 (757) 986-3705 Over 112,684 acres of forested wetlands in southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina with the 3,100 acre Lake Drummond at the center.
Northwest River Park & Campground
Oak Grove Lake Park 409 Byron Street Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 382-6411 65 -acres of hardwood forest and wetlands features a 1.5-mile circular multi-use fitness. Five ADA accessible fishing/observation platforms around the lake are open to the public for bank fishing (except as prohibited by signage).
801 General Booth Boulevard Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (757) 385-4947 Thirteen aerial treetop trails with 170 obstacles, including zip lines, and six levels of difficulty ranging from beginner to advanced.
Western Branch Park 4437 Portsmouth Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23321 (757) 382-6411 80-acre site offers lighted multipurpose fields, dog park, tennis courts, and a 2-mile walking trail.
Chesapeake Conference Center 700 Conference Center Drive Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 382-2500 39,000 square feet of versatile function space. Home to Holiday Brass Concert.
Chrysler Hall
1733 Indian Creek Road Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 421-7151 This 763-acre park offers 66 groomed campsites and two cabins along with a putt-putt course, canoe, paddleboat and bike rental;, walking trails, and a certified disc golf course.
The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium
Arts & Entertainment
215 Saint Pauls Boulevard Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 664-6464 Hosts a wide range of contemporary concerts, family theater and comedy events.
Chrysler Museum of Art 245 West Olney Road Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 664-6200 40,000 pieces span 5,000 years and represent the world’s best-knownartists.
Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach 3550 Cellar Door Way Virginia Beach, VA 23456 (757) 368-3000 A 20,000-seat outdoor concert venue, playing rain or shine.
Harrison Opera House 160 West Virginia Beach Boulevard Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 664-6464 Home to the Virginia Opera Company, this World War II theater features glittering chandeliers and sweeping staircases.
Norfolk Scope Arena 201 E. Brambleton Avenue Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 664-6464 Host to a wide variety of events, conventions, concerts and family shows. Home of the Norfolk Admirals of the AHL.
nTelos Wireless Pavilion 901 Crawford Street Portsmouth, VA 23704 (757) 393-8181 Intimate 6,500 capacity outdoor venue located on the waterfront of Portsmouth. continued on page 6
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April
Chesapeake Virginia Spring Wine Festival Indoor wine tasting event representing the best in Virginia wine.
Dismal Swamp Stomp Running Festival Half marathon, 5K, and children’s Cub Run.
Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Birding Festival Annual birding festival with events in Suffolk and Chesapeake.
Elizabeth River Park
Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 110 W. Finney Avenue Suffolk, VA 23434 (757) 923-0003 Take an art, dance or music class, see a show or browse through our galleries.
Paddle for the Border 7.5 mile leisurely paddle along the Dismal Swamp Canal.
TCC Roper Performing Arts Center 340 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 822-1450 Hosting a wide range of performing arts with seating for up to 900 patrons.
The NorVa
May
Chesapeake Jubilee Enjoy amusements and rides, live entertainment, a livestock show and sale, a BBQ cook-off and fireworks at this four day event.
June
KayaXpedition Kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding festival.
317 Monticello Avenue Norfolk, VA 23510-2407 (757) 627-4547 A renovated vaudeville theater that features six bars, two smoking lounges and a giant, crystal-clear sound system.
Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art 2200 Parks Avenue Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (757) 425-0000 Regularly changing exhibitions feature painting, sculpture, photography, glass, video and other visual media from internationally acclaimed artists as well as artists of national and regional renown.
Willett Hall
Khedive Shrine Annual Rodeo Annual sanctioned rodeo with calf roping, bucking horses, barrel racing, bull riding, and Rodeo Clowns. 6
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3701 Willett Drive Portsmouth, VA 23707 (757) 393-5460 A 2,000 seat entertainment facility featuring concerts, guest speakers, theatrical performances, musicals, and dance performances.
Museums
are four floors, twenty-one rooms, and sixteen fireplaces with many family pieces and period furnishings.
One Waterside Drive, Suite 248 Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 322-2987 Explore over 235 years of U.S. Navy history in Hampton Roads, Virginia.
Suffolk Seaboard Station Railroad Museum
Hampton Roads Naval Museum
MacArthur Memorial 198 Bank Street Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 441-2965 Nine galleries of exhibits surround an imposing rotunda with General and Mrs. MacArthur’s crypts. Adjacent buildings include a theater, gift shop, and research/education center.
Nauticus One Waterside Drive Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 664-1000 Maritime-themed science museum that explores the natural, economic, and naval power of the sea.
Portsmouth Lightship Museum 2 High Street Portsmouth, VA 23704 (757) 393-8591 Built in 1915, the museum gives a first-hand experience of life aboard a lightship.
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum 2 High Street Portsmouth, VA 23704 (757) 393-8591 Find beautiful ship models, uniforms, military artifacts, and exhibits portraying life in 18th, 19th, and 20th century Portsmouth.
Riddick’s Folly House Museum 510 North Main Street Suffolk, VA 23434 (757) 934-0822 Built by Mills Riddick in 1837, there
326 North Main Street Suffolk, VA 23434 (757) 923-4750 Restored 1885 seaboard train station museum with gift shop and play area for children.
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum 206 High Street Portsmouth, VA 23704 (757) 393-8031 Honors great champions and celebrates the colorful characters of Virginia’s rich sports history.
Golf
Battlefield Golf Club at Centerville 1001 S. Centerville Turnpike Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 482-4779 A links-style treasure comprised of rolling hills, undulating fairways, tiered greens, strategically positioned water hazards and bunkers.
Chesapeake Golf Club 1201 Clubhouse Drive Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 547-1122 Semi-private facility that offers annual golf and pool memberships while still allowing public play. Features several strategically placed water hazards and unique doglegs that present a wonderful challenge.
Cahoon Plantation 1501 Cahoon Parkway Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 436-2775 Inspired by the great links style courses of the British Isles. Enjoy the smoothest, greenest playing surface available on a bent grass golf course.
Home is where you pitch it
Festivals July
Celebrate Freedom July 3 Concert & Fireworks Enjoy the sounds of the U.S. Army TRADOC Command Band providing stirring patriotic sounds followed by fireworks.
September
Symphony Under the Stars Enjoy classic, pop, and jazz music under the stars from the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.
October
Bark in the Park Annual event focusing on man’s best friend. Features vendors, animal rescues, games, contests, demonstrations, great food and more!
Chesapeake Virginia Wine Festival Annual outdoor wine festival featuring the best in Virginia wine.
Dismal Swamp Arts Festival
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amping is an escape from the urban world; it takes you deep into wonderful places to experience the wilds more intimately. It provides quality time with the people in your life that are most meaningful. If you want to really get to know your spouse, family, and best
Northwest River Park & Campground friends, take them camping. Camping can have a profound effect on your outlook. It’s an adventure and discovery of the real world. The fresh smell of the forest and wildflowers, along with the beautiful sounds of nature, awakens your senses. So if you’ve got the itch for an outdoor overnight adventure…check out the numerous possibilities in Chesapeake.
Northwest River Park is a great place for people who love the outdoors. This 763-acre park has natural beauty and leisure activities that keep people coming back for more. It is designated as part of the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail by the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries and offers year round-birding. Its seven trail systems total nearly eight miles and a 40-acre lake allows for paddling, camping, and fishing. There are 66 campsites, numerous trails to hike, picnic shelters, horseshoes, volleyball courts, a mini-golf course and disc golf. You can do a lot more than just pitching a tent at the Chesapeake Campground. The campground boasts 133 camping sites on 20 acres of land and contains numerous amenities and activities including: restrooms, showers, picnic tables, cabins, a petting zoo, tennis courts, hayrides, volleyball courts, a swimming pool, basketball courts and much more. With so many extra outdoor activities to experience, you’ll soon realize that camping in Chesapeake has never been more fun!
Art festival featuring local fine art, live music and more.
Ghost Train at Northwest River Park Half-hour ride through the haunted woods of Northwest River Park.
Monster Fest One-day horror convention for fans of classic horror in film and literature.
Waterways Heritage Festival Family-oriented event featuring two days of cultural heritage, fine arts, music, and more.
November
Oyster & South Festival Seasonal oysters and seafood served with good old southern-style harvest time fun.
December
Battle of Great Bridge A two-day event featuring reenactments of two Revolutionary War battles. Also features character portrayals, camp life, skilled artisans, and more. www.visitchesapeake.com
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Chesapeake Fun Facts: n Chesapeake contains more miles of deepwater canals than any other city in the country. n Chesapeake is the second-largest city by land area in the Commonwealth of Virginia. n Chesapeake is currently the third largest city in Virginia in terms of population.
Chesapeake is a hotbed for professional athletes: n Alonzo Mourning, professional basketball player for the Miami Heat (retired) n BJ Upton, professional baseball player for the San Diego Padres, raised in Chesapeake n Bubba Blackhawk Walters, 4 time World Kickboxing Champion n Chris Richardson, finalist on American Idol Season 6, resides in Chesapeake n Darryl Tapp, professional football player for the Detroit Lions n David Wright, professional baseball player for the New York Mets n DeAngelo Hall, professional football player for the Washington Redskins n Justin Upton, professional baseball, currently free agent n Michael Cuddyer, professional baseball player for the New York Mets, raised in Chesapeake (retired) n Ricky Rudd, professional NASCAR race car driver (retired)
Family Fun Load up the family car and hit the town with these family favorites! From gaming, to building to exploring…Chesapeake is the old family friend you’ve been looking for. 8
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n The Chesapeake Planetarium was the first of its kind built in Virginia by a public school system. n It takes more than 30,000 gallons of water to construct the dual NHLstandard ice rinks offered at the Chilled Ponds Ice Sports Complex. n The Battle of Great Bridge was a decisive victory in the Revolutionary War, ending Britain’s rule in Virginia. n The Dismal Swamp Canal is the oldest operating artificial waterway in America and was dug by hand; it’s listed on the National Historic Register. n The Great Dismal Swamp offered a north-south route for runaway slaves on the Underground Railroad. n Edgar Allen Poe reportedly wrote parts of his famous poem “The Raven” while traveling on the Dismal Swamp Canal. n Novelists Harriet Beecher Stowe and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow also are said to have based some of their literary characters on slaves they witnessed participating in the canals’ construction. n The water found in Lake Drummond won’t spoil and was valued for its longevity by early settlers as they traversed the Atlantic. n The East Coast’s largest population of black bear makes its home in the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. n 2016 is the 10th anniversary of the Dismal Swamp Stomp Half Marathon, noted as a “Best Race Name” in the book Long May You Run: all. things. running.
BrickHeadZ: Let your imagination run wild and become the next “Master Builder.” They offer tons of free build LEGO® bricks for your creative builders. Chilled Ponds: Quite possibly the coolest place in Chesapeake! This indoor ice skating rink offers public skate sessions daily. Cloud9: How high can you jump? Find out at Cloud9, an indoor trampoline park. Fun Forest: On three acres of City Park is Fun Forest, the ultimate children’s playground, imagination center and family adventure area! GameWorks: Everyone can have fun in this indoor gaming arena! Whether taking a spin on Big Bass Wheel, racing to the Finish on DAYTONA, experiencing the excitement of Typhoon or getting old school with our classic games such as Tekken 5, you will have an
experience like never before. Collect your tickets and save up for that big prize like a Playstation or Xbox….or blow it all on cool toys or a huge stuffed animal. GameWorks will have something for everyone! Greenbrier Family Skate Center: Lace up your skates and take a whirl around the rink a few times! Greenbrier Family Skate Center offers public roller skating sessions daily. Regal Greenbrier Stadium 13 & Cinemark XD Chesapeake Square: Catch the newest blockbuster at one of these state-of-theart theaters! AMF Bowling Center - Chesapeake Lanes & AMF Bowling Center - Western Branch Lanes: Bowling is a great opportunity to hang out, and enjoy a few laughs and catch a little exercise!
Passion The Restaurant
Local Frolics
For Foodies D
ining in Chesapeake can and should be much more
than just receiving your daily sustenance. It should be an adventure, a way to immerse yourself in the culture
and flavor, a way to experience the city as a local and a chance to break your taste buds out of their routine with some staple Chesapeake dishes. When you think “Farm to Table” you don’t want to miss Bergey’s
Breadbasket or Cotton Southern Bistro. Bergey’s is a small
artisan farmer’s market that serves up fresh breads and desserts made daily. You can be assured that the strawberries for their strawberry pie were picked fresh that morning. Cotton Southern Bistro brings comfort back to dining, offering traditional southern/ regional cuisine by using familiar recipes and fresh, farm-to-table ingredients. Specials are ever changing with the season, and both are known for their friendly, knowledgeable and attentive service. Located in the heart of Coastal Virginia, Chesapeake seafood
is front and center in the dining mix. Off the Hook Seafood
Restaurant & Market specializes in locally caught seafood and locally grown produce, an extensive wine selection from small family-owned wineries and an on-site market offering the best in local caught seafood.
Big Ugly Brewing Company is Chesapeake’s first microbrewery. Named after the brewmasters’ restored 1955 Chevrolet panel truck, Big Ugly typically has six to eight beers on draft. Its aged beers pull the various flavors from wooden barrels that housed rum or bourbon.
When you think “Farm to Table” you don’t want to miss Bergey’s Breadbasket or Cotton Southern Bistro. www.visitchesapeake.com
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2016 Map Listings Chesapeake Attractions
Ballahack Boat Ramp F-3 Battlefield Golf Club at Centerville E-4 Battlefield Park E-4 Bells Mill Park E-4 Big Ugly Brewing Company E-4 BrickHeadZ D-4 Cahoon Plantation E-3 Chesapeake 9/11 Memorial D-4 Chesapeake Arboretum D-4 Chesapeake City Park D-4 Chesapeake Dog Parks Chesapeake City Park D-4 Deep Creek Park D-3 Elizabeth River Park D-3 Western Branch Park C-2 Chesapeake Golf Club E-3 Chesapeake Paintball D-3 Chesapeake Planetarium E-4 Chesapeake Veterans’ Memorial E-4 Chilled Ponds Ice Sports Complex E-4 Cloud9 D-4 Deep Creek Lock Park D-3 Deep Creek Park D-3 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail E-3 Elizabeth River Park D-3 Fun Forest D-4 GameWorks D-4 GLäZENFYRE: A Paint It Yourself Pottery Studio D-4 Great Bridge Lock Park E-4 Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters F-1 Greenbrier Family Skating Center D-4 Hampton Roads Air Tours D-2 Indian River Park D-4 Northwest River Park & Campground F-5 Oak Grove Lake Park D-4 Western Branch Park C-2
Regional Attractions
Battleship Wisconsin Children’s Museum of Virginia Chrysler Museum of Art Courthouse Galleries Hampton Roads Naval Museum Historic St. Luke’s Church MacArthur Memorial Motor World of Virginia Beach Nauticus Norfolk Botanical Garden Ocean Breeze Waterpark Portsmouth Lightship Museum Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum Riddick’s Folly House Museum Spirit of Norfolk Harbor Cruises Suffolk Seaboard Station Museum
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Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center C-6 Virginia Beach Oceanfront C-6 Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art C-6 Virginia Sports Hall of Fame and Museum C-3 Virginia Zoo C-3 Visitor Center D-4
Shopping
18th Century Merchant C-2 3 Little Black Birds E-4 Chesapeake Square Mall C-2 Creations from the Heart E-4 De Boutique E-4 Experience Olives and Grapes Fusti Bar D-4 Fancy Stuff D-4 Flamingo Creek Antiques & Collectibles D-3 Fran’s Fantasies Antiques D-4 Granma Had One & Days Remembered D-3 Greenbrier Mall D-4 H. E. Williams Candy Company D-3 Harbor Jewelers E-4 Jos. A. Bank D-4 Lady Antiquity E-4 Luna Vista Jewelry and Gifts D-4 Markley’s Refinishing & Antiques, Inc. D-3 Over The Rainbow Country Crafts E-4 Past and Present Gifts and Home Décor D-4 Persnickety Consignments E-4 refreshed E-4 requisites gallery E-4 Rodgers’ Puddings D-3 Second Sale Consignments E-4 The 50% Off Store E-4 The Now & Then Shop D-3 The Red Chair Consignment Shop D-4 The Wise Owl Resale Shop E-4 Towne Place at Greenbrier D-4 We Had That Antiques D-3 Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop D-4
Entertainment Venues
Chesapeake Conference Center D-4 Chrysler Hall C-3 Farm Bureau Live at VA Beach D-5 Harrison Opera House C-3 Norfolk Scope Arena C-3 nTelos Wireless Pavilion C-3 Sandler Center for the Performing Arts C-5 Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts D-1 TCC Roper Performing Arts Center C-3 The NorVa C-3 Willett Hall C-3
Lodging
aloft D-4 America’s Best Value Inn D-2 Best Western Plus Portsmouth/ Chesapeake C-2 Bowers Hill Inn D-2 Budget Lodge D-3 Budget Lodge Churchland C-2 Candlewood Suites Chesapeake C-2 Chesapeake Campground E-3 Colonial Motel D-3 Comfort Inn & Suites D-3 Comfort Suites Chesapeake D-4 Courtyard by Marriott Chesapeake D-4 Days Inn Chesapeake/Portsmouth D-3 Econo Lodge D-4 Extended Stay America - Crossways D-4 Extended Stay America – Churchland C-2 Extended Stay America – Greenbrier Circle D-4 Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott C-2 Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Chesapeake D-4 Hampton Inn & Suites – Chesapeake Square C-2 Hampton Inn & Suites Battlefield D-4 Hampton Inn Norfolk/Chesapeake D-4 Hilton Garden Inn Chesapeake/ Greenbrier D-4 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites C-2 Homewood Suites by Hilton Chesapeake/ Greenbrier D-4 Hyatt Place Chesapeake/Greenbrier D-4 InTown Suites Chesapeake/Battlefield Extended Stay D-4 InTown Suites Chesapeake/Greenbrier Extended Stay D-4 InTown Suites Chesapeake I-64 D-4 Marriott Chesapeake D-4 Northwest River Park & Campground F-5 Quality Inn D-4 Red Roof Inn D-4 Residence Inn by Marriott Chesapeake D-4 Sleep Inn & Suites C-2 SpringHill Suites by Marriott Greenbrier D-4 Staybridge Suites Chesapeake D-4 Studios & Suites 4 Less – Battlefield D-4 Studios 4 Less – Chesapeake D-4 Studios & Suites 4 Less – Gum Road C-2 Studios & Suites 4 Less – Old Greenbrier Road D-4 Sunset Manor Motel D-3 Super 8 Chesapeake C-2 Value Place Greenbrier D-4 Value Place Hotel D-4 Village Motel D-3 Wingate by Wyndham D-4 www.visitchesapeake.com
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DINING
Amber Lantern Restaurant
Brewery
Bergey’s Breadbasket Bakery & More
Candie’s Treats Bakery & More
1296 S Battlefield Boulevard, Suite 104 Chesapeake, VA 23322 First microbrewery in Chesapeake, founded by local craft beer enthusiasts.
2207 Mount Pleasant Road Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 546-9225 We are an on-the-farm bakery providing homemade goodies fresh out of the oven that simply cannot be found elsewhere.
141 Hillcrest Parkway, Suite 102 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 204-7567 Selling cupcakes, specialty cakes, brownies, bars and pies. All from scratch!
350 S. Battlefield Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 482-7077 Huge selection of specialty sandwiches, juicy choice prime rib, to the freshest seafood. All at affordable prices.
Carolina Cupcakery
Cutlass Grille
Big Ugly Brewing Company
Unique
Amazing Glazed 321 Johnstown Road Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 410-1388 Custom made-to-order donuts. Authentic house-made gelatos and custards.
Amber Lantern Restaurant 5532 Bainbridge Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 227-3057 Fine dining on the Intracoastal Waterway that offers a terrific ambiance and a wide variety of spectacular, Mediterranean-style dishes.
Andrea’s Pizzeria and Ristorante 940 Cedar Road, Suite 106 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 482-4600 Typical Italian pizzeria - ristorante with casual dining and friendly service in a family atmosphere. A Great Bridge best for over 25 years.
B&B Bistro 870 Greenbrier Circle, Suite 105 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 963-5410 Bringing gourmet sandwiches, soups and salads to your area.
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Big Woody’s Bar & Grill 123 North Battlefield Boulevard, Suite H Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 436-1919 A delicious variety of cuisines, a full bar complete with excellent drink specials, rockin’ live entertainment, and the best wings in Hampton Roads.
Big Woody’s Bar & Grill 4200 Portsmouth Boulevard, Suite 872 Chesapeake, VA 23321 (757) 966-2656 A delicious variety of cuisines, a full bar complete with excellent drink specials, rockin’ live entertainment, and the best wings in Hampton Roads.
Black Pelican Seafood Company 1625 Ring Road Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 424-3171 Serving Mid-Atlantic Coastal Cuisine in a casual atmosphere.
Busky’s Chill & Grill 237 Hanbury Road East, Suite 32 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 482-3864 Family-style restaurant with pleasant atmosphere offering locals and tourists alike the same great food, service, and entertainment.
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Court House Cafe
1200 N. Battlefield Boulevard, #106 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 351-1548 Gourmet bakery specializing in scratch-baked cupcakes. Cupcake Wars alumni.
805 North Battlefield Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 382-0015 Family-owned restaurant offering the very best home-cooked Jamaican and Southern Barbeque.
Chichos Pizza
Ddeb’s-A Taste of Home
1400 Kempsville Road, Suite 114 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 548-2442 Full service restaurant and bar specializing in pizza. Perfect for families, sporting events, or any special occasion.
City Deli 450 South Battlefield Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 482-5554 Deli serving breakfast and lunch with an extensive sandwich, soup, and salad menu. All menu items are homemade.
Cotton Southern Bistro 648 Grassfield Parkway, Suite 12 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 609-3156 Classic Southern cuisine with flair! From farm-to-fork ingredients, locally sourced and prepared fresh.
105 Old Drive Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 410-2214 Full service restaurant serving lunch and dinner. Featuring fresh, home cooked meals with favorites like Shrimp and Grits, Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Piccata and a whole lot more.
Domo Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar 109 E Gainsborough Square Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 549-7977 Japanese-American style sushi. Serving all types of fish.
Eagles’ Nest Rockin’ Country Bar 1723 Parkview Drive Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 420-9191 #1 rated rockin’ country saloon in Chesapeake featuring three dance floors, live bands, djs, billiards, and Chesapeake’s only mechanical bull!
El Toro Loco Restaurante Mexicano and Cantina 146 South Battlefield Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 482-0623 Good food at good prices in clean surroundings.
GameWorks 1401 Greenbrier Parkway South, Space 1020 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 624-9100 A devoted sports bar and lounge with gaming area offering guests the hottest events while enjoying cold beers and GameWorks delicious signature food.
Geisha Japanese Steak House 741 Eden Way North, Suite 316 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 769-7271 Experienced chefs will satisfy your hunger with masterfully prepared authentic Japanese cuisine using only the freshest ingredients.
Grandpa Joe’s 3199 Bainbridge Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23324 (757) 543-6177 “Upscale Fast Food Restaurant” serving fresh food. We make our own hamburgers and chili and hand cut our own veggies. Breakfast is the best kept secret in Chesapeake.
Herb’s Great American Hot Dogs 800 South Battlefield Boulevard, Suite 110 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 482-0741 Hot dog, sandwich, soup restaurant Where all the locals gather.
Jade Garden Chinese Restaurant 1200 Battlefield Boulevard N #119 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 436-1010 Excellent, casual dining and take-out Chinese food. Reasonable prices! Daily lunch specials.
Japan Samurai 4300 Portsmouth Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23321 (757) 405-0035 Local Japanese steakhouse offering friendly service and an exquisite dining experience!
Jasmine Thai Cuisine 1200 North Battlefield Boulevard, Suite 109 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 410-4368 Authentic take-out/dine-in Thai cuisine.
Jen’s Place 4027 Bainbridge Boulevard, Suite 401 Chesapeake, VA 23324 (757) 962-1629 A locals’ spot for great food, delicious cocktails, and homemade dessert!
Jerry’s of Chesapeake 1102 Sparrow Road Chesapeake, VA 23325 (757) 424-1086 Local casual dining restaurant offering nightly specials and weekly entertainment.
Jin’s Asian Cuisine 500 Battlefield Boulevard S #11 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 410-1766 Fusion of Chinese & Japanese Teppanyaki cuisine using only the freshest ingredients.
Kyoto Japanese Steak House 1412 Greenbrier Parkway, Suite 129 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 420-0950 Food prepared to order by a Japanese chef at the grill/table. Sushi bar with weekly specials.
Lemongrass Grille 1412 Greenbrier Parkway #117 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 228-7870 Bold authentically flavored food prepared fresh. All natural, all the time.
Lockside Bar & Grill
Pop’s Diner Co.
200 Battlefield Boulevard North, Suite 13 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 410-5999 Great food. Great atmosphere! Come join us for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
1432 Greenbrier Parkway Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 502-8220 Diner offering a real home cooking experience in a clean and family friendly atmosphere.
Martin’s Soulfood and Catering
805 North Battlefield Blvd., #117-118 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 549-9989 Offering a variety of delicious traditional Thai foods for dine-in or carryout.
2544 Bainbridge Boulevard, Suite 130 Chesapeake, VA 23324 (757) 543-9556 Family-friendly restaurant specializing in great southern-style home-cooking that tastes like your Grandma’s!
Mikado Japanese and Thai Restaurant 1249 Cedar Road, Suite 103 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 842-6488 Authentic Japanese and Thai dishes, ranging from traditional dishes to new style entrees.
Mister Jim’s Submarines 346 South Battlefield Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 482-1333 Local favorite specializing in sub sandwiches, pizza, wings, and breakfast.
Nana Sushi 817 Botetourt Court #105 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 382-0011 Local restaurant serving a variety of sushi and Japanese cuisine.
Royal Thai Cuisine
Simply Thai Cuisine 326 Carmichael Way Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 204-4623 Authentic Thai and Vegetarian cuisine - served fresh.
Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill 1405 Greenbrier Parkway Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 361-6843 First choice for friends and families seeking a spirited and genuine experience while enjoying great barbeque and more.
Spaghetti Eddie’s Pizza Cafe 3325 Taylor Road Chesapeake, VA 23321 (757) 484-7301 Offers pizza, pasta, appetizers, and so much more. Enjoy one of our specialty pizzas or make one of your own!
Spaghetti Eddie’s Pizza Cafe
The Egg Bistro
733 Eden Way North, Suite 400 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 410-5500 Offers pizza, pasta, appetizers, and so much more. Enjoy one of our specialty pizzas or make one of your own!
Szechuan Inn 3916 B-1 Portsmouth Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23321 (757) 488-4421 Chinese restaurant offering familyfriendly service and great food. Buffet daily.
Taste Unlimited 717 North Eden Way #600 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 424-4583 Locals’ choice offering the best of gourmet foods. Stop in for lunch, wine, cheese, gelato, or prepared goods to go.
Thai 99 1937 South Military Highway Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 543-9116 Offering traditional Thai cuisine in a casual atmosphere.
The Cutting Edge Cafe 1434 Sams Drive, Unit 102 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 389-5754 Locally owned and operated offering food sourced from local farms and markets whenever possible.
501 Kempsville Road Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 410-8515 Independently owned neighborhood bistro that provides fresh, innovative food in a hip, family environment.
The Gourmet Gang 109 Volvo Parkway Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 361-0482 Offering deli sandwiches, salads, pastas, and more!
Venice Pizzeria 1600 Crossways Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 416-7616 Legendary pizza, using the finest ingredients with time-treasured family recipes.
Wickers Crab Pot Seafood 4201 Indian River Road Chesapeake, VA 23325 (757) 351-2724 Family owned restaurant offering the freshest crabs and seafood in the area! Entertainment nightly.
Winston’s Cafe
1412 Greenbrier Parkway, Suite 133 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 420-1751 Serving delicious, fresh meals in a fun and welcoming environment for over 20 years.
Zino’s Italian American Restaurant
850 Old George Washington Highway Chesapeake, VA 23323 (757) 485-1468 Family-style Italian restaurant specializing in fresh homemade pizza and BBQ.
Off The Hook Seafood Restaurant & Market 500 S Battlefield Boulevard, Suite 21 - 22 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 421-3313 Specializing in locally caught seafood and locally grown produce. On-site seafood market.
Passion The Restaurant 1036 Volvo Parkway, Suite 3 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 410-3975 Featuring creative, innovative cuisine from local farmers and fisherman and a selection of affordable wines.
Perfectly Frank 236 Carmichael Way, Suite 314 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 432-0212 Fast, cheap, and easy! Offering daily lunch specials. Family oriented and kid friendly.
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Northwest River Park & Campground
Girls Adventure Weekend! O
n some girls’ trips, all you want to do is settle into a beach chair, mist on sunscreen and relax with a multi-colored cocktail. But if you and your crew crave something more exciting, we recommend transforming your next getaway into a choose-your-own-adventure. Who says adventure is just for the guys? Chesapeake is chock full of things for the adventure seeking girls trip! Speaking from experience, embarking on a challenging journey with close girlfriends tests your boundaries as individuals and is a powerful bonding experience. And with a growing number of outfitters now merging comfort with adventure, you won‘t have to give up all of life’s luxuries to experience unforgettable thrills together. These four adventures deliver that adrenaline rush you crave—and girl-bonding moments you won‘t forget. Grab a paddle and get your adventure started in the Great Dismal Swamp! “Kayaking in Chesapeake provides the unique opportunity to take a step back in time. Tracing the steps of George
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Washington in the Swamp is a “must do” on any adventurer’s bucket list. Endless miles of historic, awe-inspiring waterways is the reason Chesapeake is Coastal Virginia’s premier kayak destination,” says Kevin Fonda, owner of Adventure Kayak Tours. Lace up your hiking boots and hit the trails of the Chesapeake Arboretum (part of the Virginia Birding & Wildlife Trail). No eastern adventure would be complete without being inspired by beautiful forests. The Chesapeake Arboretum, located 5 miles from town will give you a new sense of appreciation for old growth forests. A beautifully maintained trail system will have you wondering why humans cut down such beautiful organisms. Take to the air at Hampton Roads Air Tours for their Nature Lovers Tour. This tour gives you a bird’s eye view of the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and Lake Drummond. It will leave you breathless and give you remarkable views and a sense of peace as the landscape brings alive a mosaic of fields, lake and woods. Finally, don your sneakers for a mile high
South Norfolk Jordan Bridge walking excursion. At the peak of the South Norfolk Jordan Bridge, drivers or walkers are 169 feet above the river. It’s higher than New York’s Brooklyn Bridge but shy of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge at 220 feet. With a dedicated walking path, the views are spectacular. It’s about three miles from Elizabeth River Park in Chesapeake across the bridge to Portsmouth and back. On a clear day, it has been noted you can see all the way to the oceanfront.
Celebrate The Fall Season
Fall in love with chesapeake
Corn Maze at Bergey’s Breadbasket
Hone your directional and problem solving skills as you make your way through the Bergey family farm’s 5-acre maze. You might try some of their famous breads, pies and ice creams while you’re there!
Tap! tap! beer festival
Chesapeake’s` premier craft beer event! Unlimited free samples of over 20 beers with admission, live entertainment and food available for purchase. Bergey’s Breadbasket
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s the early morning temperatures drop, the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, you know the season is changing. Pull on a warm cozy sweater, smell the bite of frost in the morning air and grab a warm mug of hot tea or coffee and soak it all in. The fall season in Chesapeake is one not to be missed! From numerous fall festivals and craft fairs to corn mazes and pumpkin picking…it’s a busy season. Every season has its upside; however autumn has a particular beauty to it. Lovers of the season revel in its unique ability to turn the world into one big canvas with nature’s paintbrush. From warm apple cider to camping trips, there are so many reasons to enjoy fall in Chesapeake. Stop in at one of three farmers markets for its selection of that week’s harvest. From squash, and sweet potatoes to collard greens and carrots, think of them as a large gourmet food store where “buy local” is the motto—a place where a consumer can buy directly from the farmer. And speaking of farms…Chesapeake is loaded with them!
Mt. Pleasant Farms and Hickory Ridge Farms are the perfect place to find the ideal pumpkin to carve, have fun on a hay ride or purchase local honey or jams. Step back in time and pay a visit to Bergey’s Breadbasket, a family-owned and operated bakery, deli, creamery and more. Known for their famous cinnamon rolls, cream cheese danish, made-to-order sandwiches, fresh ice cream, made from scratch pies, breads, cupcakes, cookies and so much more! The Bergey family has been providing the Coastal Virginia region with fresh food for over 75 years. During the fall, crowds flock to Bergey’s to navigate the twists and turns of its five-acre corn maze— a Chesapeake tradition. For the more adult crowd, don’t miss the annual Chesapeake Virginia Wine Festival and the Tap! Tap! Craft Beer Festival. The Wine Festival is in its 7th year and features premier wines from around the world available for tasting. The Tap! Tap! Craft Beer festival is celebrating their 2nd year with unlimited free samples of over 20 beers, live entertainment and food for purchase.
Chesapeake Virginia Wine Festival
Every October, wine enthusiasts gather in Chesapeake City Park to celebrate Virginia’s wine month at the Chesapeake Wine Festival. Experience premier wines from around the world.
Waterways Heritage Festival
This 2-day festival is along the Intracoastal Waterway and includes handmade crafts such as baked goods, beekeeping, fine art, glassblowing, handbags, jams, jewelry and pottery. Enjoy live music, sheep shearing, soap making, spinning, storytelling and wood carving.
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Fancy Stuff
Lady Antiquity
1200 N Battlefield Boulevard, Suite 112 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 382-7477 Hand-picked treasures specializing in beautiful fashions from Miss to Plus sizes, jewelry and accessories.
124 S Battlefield Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 410-5235 Offers a variety of unique items: vintage, eclectic, mid-century modern, used, refurbished, and collectibles.
Flamingo Creek Antiques & Collectibles
Luna Vista Jewelry and Gifts
3020 S Military Highway Chesapeake, VA 23323 (757) 485-3336 Offering furniture, collectibles, vintage, country, decorative and other unique items.
Fran’s Fantasies Antiques 2014 Bainbridge Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23324 (757) 545-0996 Offering art, glass, and furniture.
Granma Had One & Days Remembered 3028 South Military Highway Chesapeake, VA 23323 (757) 485-4134 Offering antiques and collectibles, pottery, glass, decoys, architectural, tools, furniture, and much more!
shopping 18th Century Merchant
Creations From The Heart
3591 Forest Haven Lane Chesapeake, VA 23321 (757) 483-6171 A distinctive selection of fine gifts, tableware, entertaining needs, and decorative accessories. Wedding registry available.
123 N Battlefield Boulevard, Suite E Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 289-6436 Custom-made stuffed animals, hats, pot holders, jackets, book bags and more. Made from cotton and/or fleece materials.
3 Little Black Birds
De Boutique
217 Battlefield Boulevard South Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 410-9680 Specializing in one-of-a-kind vintage, repurposed, handcrafted, and antique items.
Chesapeake Square Mall 4200 Portsmouth Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23321 (757) 488-9636 Anchored by major department stores such as JCPenney, Sears, Macy’s, Burlington Coat Factory and Target and featuring a 3D/XD state-of-theart Cinemark Movie Theater.
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500 Battlefield Boulevard South, Suite 5 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 410-9770 Exquisite one-of-a-kind fashions and accessories including custom made in the USA leather handbags, wallets, belts, apparel, jewelry, and more!
Experience Olives and Grapes Fusti Bar 517 Kempsville Road, Suite I Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 410-3992 Tasting bar where you taste before you buy all of the olive oil and vinegars we have to offer. Also offering pasta, spices, jellies, jams, olives, and many more items.
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Greenbrier Mall 1401 Greenbrier Parkway South Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 424-7100 Department stores such as Dillard’s, Macy’s, Sears, and JCPenney, and specialty stores offering jewelry, home furnishings and accessories, men’s and ladies’ apparel.
H. E. Williams Candy Company 1230 Perry Street Chesapeake, VA 23324 (757) 545-9311 Since 1919, this family-owned-andoperated candy company has been making seven kinds of sweets the old-fashioned way, with the same taffy pullers, rollers, presses and slicers used back in the 1900s.
Harbor Jewelers 500 Battlefield Boulevard South, Suite 9 Great Bridge Marketplace Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 436-6766 Carefully created selection of one-of-a-kind jewelry including a broad selection of American crafts, including wood, ceramics, metal, and glass.
Jos. A. Bank 725 Eden Way North, Suite 718 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 549-1692 Beautifully made, classically styled, tailored and casual clothing, and prices typically 20–30 percent below our competitors.
1400 Kempsville Road #107 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 410-4622 Featuring artisan silver, local art, wine and design bead parties, full service jewelry and watch repair, rock and mineral specimens, local pottery and more!
Markley’s Refinishing & Antiques, Inc. 693 S George Washington Highway Chesapeake, VA 23323 (757) 485-0149 Specializing in restoring grandmother’s treasures. Antiques and collectibles, mostly furniture. Expert repairing, refinishing, and re-caning.
Over The Rainbow Country Crafts 126 S. Battlefield Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 482-9407 Old-time primitives through the latest trends—chosen from the smallest baked potato bag to the largest original-designed hutch.
Past and Present Gifts and Home Decor 232 North Centerville Turnpike Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 548-5555 Kringle Candles, jewelry, ceramics, chimes, etched glassware, and redesigned furniture. Local retailer for The American Paint Company.
Persnickety Consignments
one-of-a-kind additions to your home décor.
Rodgers’ Puddings 1410 Poindexter Street Chesapeake, VA 23324 (757) 543-9290 Retro shop featuring award-winning Rodger’s Banana Pudding Filling. Other flavors include Guava, Blueberry, Coconut and Pomegranate.
Second Sale Consignments 130 S Battlefield Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 482-6617 Family-owned and operated furniture, antique and housewares shop.
The 50% Off Store 123 N Battlefield Boulevard, Suite E Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 403-9523 Overstock items sold for 50 cents on the dollar.
The Now & Then Shop 3112 S Military Highway Chesapeake, VA 23323 (757) 572-1120 Offering antiques, reproductions, glass, estate contents, collectibles, and more!
The Red Chair Consignment Shop 501 F Kempsville Road Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 410-8420 Hard-to-find and one-of-a-kind items that will help make your house a home.
The Wise Owl Resale Shop 300B North Battlefield Boulevard Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 410-3677 Offering a variety of furniture, antiques, vintage, home decor, vintage books, pictures and lots more.
123 Battlefield Boulevard N, Suite F Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 436-0000 Find shabby chic, seasonal decor, oriental dishes, furniture, nautical, beach and safari theme, crystal, rugs, silk trees, antiques, dishes, frames, mugs and other decor.
Towne Place at Greenbrier
refreshed
3040 S Military Highway Chesapeake, VA 23323 (757) 485-0551 Offering furniture, pottery, glass, costume jewelry, vintage kitchenware, and primitives.
128 Battlefield Boulevard S Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 819-7895 Come experience the fresh look of coastal living: painted furniture, beach decor and coastal gifts. Come smell the sea!
requisites gallery 1296 Battlefield Boulevard South, Suite 112 Chesapeake, VA 23322 (757) 410-3010 Find original artworks and
725 Eden Way North Chesapeake, VA 23320 Shopping and dining destination featuring a variety of restaurants and unique shopping.
We Had That Antiques
Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop Greenbrier Market Center 1244 Greenbrier Parkway, Suite 570 Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 436-4472 Certified bird-feeding specialists trained to show you how to turn your yard into a bird-feeding habitat.
vintage!
That’s so
Vintage: (noun) is an old collectable item. It is collected or desirable because of its age, beauty, rarity, condition, utility, personal emotional connection, and/ or other unique features. It is an object that represents a previous era or time period in human society. If you are into vintage…find classic pieces, retro treasures and great deals all in one place! If you are a firm believer that most trends never really go out of style—they just go into hibernation—then the shops at the Intercoastal Plaza and surrounding area is just where you need to be! Many of these shops focus on vintage and reclaimed furniture and eclectic home décor as well as jewelry, some clothing and vintage cookware. Be sure to check out 3 Little Black Birds. This store has assembled a stellar group of artisans in the Great Bridge section of Chesapeake. The store specializes in-one-of-a-kind vintage, repurposed, handcrafted and antique items. It is the perfect place to “Buy Local.” Or stop over at The Red Chair, where they have those hard-to -find, one-of-a-kind items that will help make your house a home.
Why shop vintage? Here are a few reasons:
• You can often find one-of-a-kind pieces. • It’s frugal! If you are interested in artwork, oftentimes you can find “real” art pieces for less than what you would pay for a copy of a poster. • Quality is key. Believe it or not, furniture was completely made out of wood back in the day. • See a piece you love but the finish is imperfect? Paint it. Missing a knob? Replace it. • Recycling is good. There is no need to throw out a perfectly good item when it can be reused or repurposed. www.visitchesapeake.com
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Where to Stay AT THE HEART OF IT ALL
Chesapeake’s convenient, central location makes it easy to explore all that Coastal Virginia has to offer. With more than 4,000 rooms, spread across nearly 50 hotels, visitors to Chesapeake are presented with a great assortment of accommodations. Ranging in style from modern-chic to revamped-classic, picking out the right U.O.U. hotel is the first step to treating yourself to an unforgettable time. Romantic retreats, weekend getaways, family fun—Chesapeake welcomes everyone with open arms!
Legend:
Rooms - Number of Rooms, B - Free Breakfast, R- Restaurant, Pool - Pool, Pets - Pets, FC - Fitness Center
Greenbrier
Rooms
B
R
Pool
Pets
FC
aloft Chesapeake/Greenbrier 1454 Crossways Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 410-9562 • www.aloftchesapeake.com
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No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Comfort Suites Chesapeake 1550 Crossways Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 420-1600 • (800) 4CHOICE • www.choicehotels.com/hotel/VA122
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Yes
No
Outdoor
No
Yes
Courtyard by Marriott Chesapeake 1562 Crossways Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 420-1700 • (866) 876-5255 www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/orfcy-courtyard-chesapeake-greenbrier
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No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Extended Stay America - Crossways 1540 Crossways Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 424-8600 • (800) EXTSTAY • www.extendedstayamerica.com
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No
No
Yes
No
Extended Stay America-Greenbrier Circle 809 Greenbrier Circle, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 523-7377 • www.extendedstayamerica.com
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No
No
Yes
Yes
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Chesapeake Greenbrier 1560 Crossways Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 420-1300 • (800) 228-2800 • fairfieldinn.com/orffc
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Yes
No
Outdoor
No
Yes
Hampton Inn & Suites Battlefield 1421 North Battlefield Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 819-5230 • (800) HAMPTON • www.chesapeakebattlefieldblvdsuites.hamptoninn.com
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Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Hampton Inn Norfolk/Chesapeake 701-A Woodlake Drive Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 420-1550 • (800) HAMPTON • www.norfolkchesapeake.hamptoninn.com
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Yes
No
Outdoor
Yes
Yes
Hilton Garden Inn Chesapeake/Greenbrier 1565 Crossways Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 420-1212 • (877) STAY-HGI • www.chesapeakegreenbrier.gardeninn.com
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Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chesapeake/Greenbrier 1569 Crossways Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 213-0808 • (800) CALL-HOME • www.chesapeakegreenbrier.homewoodsuites.com
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Yes
No
Outdoor
No
Yes
Hyatt Place Chesapeake/Greenbrier 709 Eden Way North, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 312-0020 • (888) HYATTHP • www.hyattplacechesapeake.com
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Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
InTown Suites Chesapeake/Battlefield Extended Stay 1409 Tintern Street, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 847-9298 • www.intownsuites.com 125
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No
No
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
InTown Suites Chesapeake/Greenbrier Extended Stay 2150 Old Greenbrier Road, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 523-1448 • www.intownsuites.com InTown Suites Chesapeake I-64 1520 Crossways Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 213-0222 www.intownsuites.com/extended-stay-locations/virginia/chesapeake/sun-suites-chesapeake-i-64
135
No
No
Marriott Chesapeake 725 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 523-1500 • www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/orfgr-norfolk-marriott-chesapeake
226
No
Yes
Quality Inn 100 Red Cedar Court, Chesapeake VA 23320 • (757) 547-8880 • www.qualityinn.com/hotel-chesapeake-virginia-VA679?listpos=1
60
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Red Roof Inn 724 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake VA 23320 • (757) 523-0123 • (800) 843-7663 • www.redroof.com
108
No
No
Yes
No
Residence Inn by Marriott Chesapeake 1500 Crossways Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 502-7300 • (800) 331-3131 • www.marriott.com/orfgb
121
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
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Indoor
Indoor
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Greenbrier 1446 Crossways Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 410-9406 • (888) 287-9400 • www.marriott.com/orfnc
132
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Staybridge Suites Chesapeake 709 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 420-2525 • (877) 238-8889 • www.staybridgechesapeake.com
115
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Studios & Suites 4 Less Battlefield 1433 North Battlefield Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 547-9262 • studiosandsuites4less.com
91
No
No
No
No
Studios & Suites 4 Less Chesapeake 721 Conference Center Drive Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 366-0100 • www.magnusonhotels.com/Studios-Suites-for-Less
106
No
No
No
No
Studios & Suites 4 Less Old Greenbrier Road 2000 Old Greenbrier Road, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 523-5004 • studiosandsuites4less.com
119
No
No
Yes
Yes
Value Place Greenbrier 1708 Sentinel Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 963-5009 • www.valueplace.com
124
No
No
No
No
Value Place Hotel 137 Kempsville Road, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 410-0006 • www.valueplace.com
121
No
No
No
No
Wingate by Wyndham 817 Greenbrier Circle, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 531-7777 • (800) 337-0077 • www.wingatehotels.com
100
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
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America’s Best Value Inn 4433 Military Highway, South Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 488-7900 • www.americasbestvalueinn.com/bestv.cfm?idp=517
92
Yes
No
Outdoor
No
No
Bowers Hill Inn 4725 West Military Highway, Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 488-4963
52
No
No
No
No
Budget Lodge 3009 South Military Highway, Chesapeake, VA 23323 • (757) 487-8888
67
No
No
No
No
Colonial Motel 877 George Washington Highway, Chesapeake, VA 23323 • (757) 485-2800
25
No
No
No
No
Comfort Inn & Suites 3355 South Military Highway, Chesapeake VA 23323 • (757) 673-8585 • www.comfortinn.com
72
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Days Inn Chesapeake/Portsmouth 1439 George Washington Highway North, Chesapeake, VA 23323 • (757) 487-8861 • www.daysinn.com
53
Yes
No
No
No
Econo Lodge 2222 South Military Highway, Chesapeake, VA 23320 (757) 543-2200 • (800) 4CHOICE • www.choicehotels.com
55
Yes
No
No
No
Sunset Manor Motel 3345 Military Highway South, Chesapeake, VA 23320 • (757) 487-2564
60
No
No
Yes
No
Village Motel 3265 South Military Highway, Chesapeake, VA 23323 • (757) 487-2516
72
No
No
No
No
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Rooms
B
R
Pets
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Best Western Plus Portsmouth/Chesapeake 3235 Western Branch Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 484-5800 • bestwesternvirginia.com/hotels/best-western-plus-portsmouth-chesapeake-hotel
90
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Budget Lodge Churchland 3244 Western Branch Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 484-6143 • budgetlodgevirginia.com
48
No
No
Yes
No
Candlewood Suites Chesapeake 4809 Market Place, Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 405-3030 • (888) 226-3539 • www.candlewoodsuites.com
102
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Extended Stay America - Churchland 3214 Churchland Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 483-9200 • www.extendedstayamerica.com
91
No
No
Yes
No
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 2122 Joliff Road, Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 966-2727
82
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Hampton Inn & Suites - Chesapeake Square 4449 Peek Trail Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 465-7000 • (800) HAMPTON • www.chesapeakesquaremallsuites.hamptoninn.com
86
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 2436 Gum Road, Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 465-2222 • (800) 465-4329 • www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/chesapeake/orfpb/hoteldetail
90
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Sleep Inn & Suites 3280 Western Branch Boulevard, Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 638-5000 • (877) 280-3410 • www.choicehotels.com
83
Yes
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Studios & Suites 4 Less Gum Road 2424 Gum Road, Chesapeake, VA 23321 • (757) 405-3100 • www.magnusonhotels.com/Studios-Suites-4-Less-Gum-Road
96
No
No
No
No
Super 8 Chesapeake 3216 Churchland Boulevard Chesapeake VA 23321 • (757) 686-8888 • (800) 800-8000 • www.super8.com
58
Yes
No
Yes
No
Indoor
Pool
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Coastal Virginia
Williamsburg
The Fun Continues HAMPTON
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Located 45 minutes from Chesapeake, Williamsburg is known for: • Busch Gardens Williamsburg • College of William & Mary • Colonial Williamsburg • Go Karts Plus • The Historic Triangle (with Jamestown and Yorktown) • Ripley’s Believe It or Not! • Water Country USA • Williamsburg Winery www.visitwilliamsburg.com 800-368-6511
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Suffolk, VA Located 20 minutes from Chesapeake. Suffolk is known for:
Located 15 minutes from Chesapeake, Virginia Beach is known for:
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• Riddick’s Folly House Museum • Seaboard Station Railroad Museum • Southern Gun Works & Museum • Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts
• Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge • Cape Henry Lighthouse • First Landing & False Cape State Park • Mt. Trashmore • Ocean Breeze Water Park • Virginia Aquarium • Virginia Beach Boardwalk • Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art www.visitvirginiabeach.com 800-VA-BEACH
www.suffolk-fun.com 866-733-7835
SMITHFIELD Located 40 minutes from Chesapeake, Smithfield is known for: • Being the “Ham Capital of the World” • Fort Boykin • Historic Downtown • Isle of Wight County Museum • Fort Huger • Saint Luke’s Historic Church • The Old Courthouse of 1750 • The Schoolhouse Museum • Windsor Castle Park www.visitsmithfieldva.com 800-365-9339
Located 30 minutes from Chesapeake, Hampton is known for: • Casemate Museum • Fort Monroe (a National Historic Monument) • Hampton Carousel • Hampton Coliseum • Hampton History Museum • Hampton Roads Convention Center • Miss Hampton II • Peninsula Town Center • Virginia Air & Space Center www.visithampton.com 800-800-2202
CHESAPEAKE Norfolk PORTSMOUTH Located 15 minutes from Chesapeake, Portsmouth is known for: • Arts and antique galleries • Children’s Museum of Virginia • nTelos Pavilion at Harbor Center • Olde Towne Historic District • Virginia Sports Hall of Fame www.visitportsva.com 757-393-5111
Located 10 minutes from Chesapeake, Norfolk is known for: • American Rover tall ship • Battleship Wisconsin • Chrysler Museum of Art • MacArthur Memorial • Nauticus • Naval Station Norfolk tours • Norfolk Botanical Garden • Norfolk Scope • Tides Baseball www.visitnorfolktoday.com 800-368-3097
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