10 TOP Things to Do in Virginia September 2026

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Activities

Colonial Williamsburg Admission

AU$54

per adult

84% of travellers recommend

Washington Nationals Baseball Game at Nationals Park

AU$53

per adult

Jamestown Settlement American Revolution Museum 7-Day Ticket

AU$40

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

AU$39

per adult

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1. Virginia Beach Boardwalk

The Virginia Beach Boardwalk stretches for 3 miles (5 kilometers) along Virginia Beach. Lined with bars, restaurants and hotels, this concrete esplanade features an adjacent bike path for cyclists and skaters. Enjoy a meal at a charming restaurant overlooking the ocean, watch buskers perform and inspect the sculptures and monuments along the boardwalk.

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2. Naval Station Norfolk

Get close to destroyers, aircraft carriers, amphibious assault vehicles, submarines and frigates by taking a bus tour of Naval Station Norfolk. Navy personnel narrate details of vessels, their histories and roles, as well as providing a few insights into life at this sprawling military base.

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3. Sandbridge Beach

Sandbridge Beach is a serene, golden-sand beach just south of busy Virginia Beach. A secluded alternative to its popular neighbor, Sandbridge Beach is an ideal place to get away from the crowds. Kayak or hike in nearby Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, dine on fresh seafood and spend an evening stargazing.

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4. Shenandoah National Park

As you travel along Skyline Drive on the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Shenandoah National Park, stop to enjoy views of forested ridges, one behind the other. Challenge the family with the question, “How many ridges can you see?” As you observe hills near and far, you’re likely to see nothing but forest stretching for miles and merging into a blue haze at the far horizon.

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5. Arlington National Cemetery

With row upon row of small white headstones, spread across a vast area on the outskirts of D.C., the Arlington National Cemetery is a sobering place to visit. Here you’ll see the graves of veterans from American wars through the ages, lined up with military precision.

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What to do in Virginia

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Virginia Beach Boardwalk

9.2/10 (12,441 reviews)

Soak up the atmosphere as you stroll along this oceanfront strip, the heart of Virginia Beach’s dining and entertainment scene.

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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.

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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.

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Downtown Richmond

Downtown Richmond is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Capitol Square or Canal Walk.

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Tysons

Travellers love Tysons for its popular shops, and you can see more of McLean by jumping on the metro at Greensboro Station or Tysons Corner Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Tysons Corner Center and Tysons Galleria.

Dam Neck

While visiting Dam Neck, you might make a stop by sights like Sandbridge Beach and Croatan Beach.

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