Explore the best beaches in Virginia

Virginia Beach's 31st Street Park is home to the beach's iconic bronze statue of King Neptune. Taking a photo in front of the statue is a tourist tradition.

Virginia Beach is largely a family beach, with 14 miles of beachfront free and open to public access.

Virginia Beach's annual Neptune Festival has been home to a sand-sculpting contest since its inception.

Virginia Beach is a great place to learn how to surf.

Try your hand at ocean kayaking off the coast of Virginia Beach.

Sportsmen will love a visit to the Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage Museum in Virginia Beach, where there are displays of antique and contemporary decoys.

Active beachgoers should check out Rudee Inlet Jet Ski Rentals, which rents out Waverunners, speedboats and kayaks by the hour.

Fishing, particularly for large- and medium-sized rockfish, is a popular activity in Virginia Beach.

Join a boat charter in Virginia Beach to catch amazing striped bass like these!

The Signature at West Neck, by Arnold Palmer, offers a beautiful and challenging championship golf course in Virginia Beach.

JT's Grommet Island is a "beach park and playground for everyBODY." This 100% handicap accessible oceanfront park in Virginia Beach opened in 2010.

Sand soccer is a popular (and competitive) sport in Virginia Beach. The city has hosted the North American Sand Soccer Championships for over 20 years.

One of the Virginia Beach area's attractions is the many produce stands.

The more secluded Sandbridge Beach is located along Virginia Beach's southern shore.

Chesapeake Beach has shallow and calmer waters on the bay.