- The list below includes 150 free or cheap things to do in or near Newport News, Virginia, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Swimming Pool, Military Museums, Specialty Museums and Beaches.
- From The Noland Trail to Newport News Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newport News and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Williamsburg, Hampton, Norfolk and Portsmouth.
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583 Atlantic Ave., Fort Story, Norfolk, VA 23451
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The oldest government built lighthouse in the United States is the Cape Henry Lighthouse, which overlooks the Chesapeake Bay. The site is very close to the 'First Landing' location of the Jamestown settlers.
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The southern most town on Virginia's eastern shore features a free public beach known as the Cape Charles Beach. Since there are no true waves and the waters are shallow, it is a very safe beach for families with small children.
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Bay Avenue at Randolph, Chesapeake Bay, Cape Charles, VA 23310
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Chesapeake Bay Beach is enjoyed by locals for its gradual slope and knee-high waters that stay warm in the sun. Nice sand makes for good wading; while sunsets and sunrises are worth a special visit to this comfortable local beach.
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11 Marina Road, Cape Charles, VA 23310
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Access to one of the most popular fishing areas on the Chesapeake Bay is provided at the Cape Charles Town Harbor Marina. The site also features state-of-the-art public boat ramps and charter boat excursions.
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Signet Bowling is a Christian bowling alley with 8 lanes, 3 pool tables and a lounge area with 14 flat-screen TVs and the newest gaming consoles. The alley is a non-smoking facility.
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Several adventure tours of the Cape Charles area of Virginia are offered by SouthEast Expeditions. Most of the options revolve around kayaking, but the company does partner with other adventure professionals for activities such as kiteboarding and hang gliding.
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The National Wildlife Refuge contains migratory songbirds and raptors, marsh and water birds, mammals, and shrub. Visitors who wish to go hiking can take the Wildlife loop trail through the Maritime Forest.
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An island park, Great Bridge Locks Park is a member of the National Park Service's 'Chesapeake Bay Gateways' network. The park is a historic site with significance to both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars.
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32205 Seaside Road, Cape Charles, VA 23310
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The contact center for the Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge, the Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge Visitor's Cen offers information and guidance for visitors to this wildlife preserve and bird sanctuary.
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5003 Hallett Circle, Cape Charles, VA 23310
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Along the Delmarva Peninsula is the Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge. The area is a very important avian migration funnel in North America, making it perfect for bird watching and environmental education programs.