The Beach! Virginia Beach has a variety of beaches. There are 3 main areas you can visit:

The Resort Area - 1st Street - 42nd Street: These beaches are more crowded as they are in front of the hotels.

The North End: 42nd Street - 89th Street: These beaches are where locals go to enjoy the Atlantic. They are less crowded and very wide. You parallel park in the adjacent neighborhood. The ocean is sometimes a little rougher but also has more options for enjoying the waves.

The Bay: Known for a lack of waves but a narrower beach. Parking is also a little more challenging, again you're parking in a neighborhood. The water is never rough at the bay.