Calling all budget-friendly travelers! Get ready to dip your toes into the Atlantic without sinking your savings. We’re giving you the inside scoop on planning an affordable Virginia Beach vacation, so you can have your funnel cake and eat it too! The best part is that no sandcastles were robbed in the curation of these ideas!
Affordable vacations aren’t all about penny pinching. They're about maximizing experiences and minimizing costs. Trust us when we say that Virginia Beach is bursting with plenty of free (and nearly free) thrills that will make your wallet breathe a sigh of relief.
1. Try These Cheap Activities in Virginia Beach
These wallet-friendly adventures are living proof that you don’t have to break the bank to have a blast in Virginia Beach. We've got a whole itinerary of affordable adventures waiting for you. So grab your shades and let's dive into the details of planning your budget-friendly beach getaway!
Explore the Virginia Beach Boardwalk
Lace up your walking shoes and prepare to hit the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. This three-mile stretch is pure, wallet-friendly fun! Create a scavenger hunt and try to discover all the statues lining the boardwalk.
As a quick hint, you can snap a photo with King Neptune on 31st Street and swing by the Norwegian Lady on 25th. The 25th Street Park is also home to additional statues that explore the deep naval history of our area. Happy hunting!
Visit Grommet Island Park
Grommet Island Park is a 100% accessible oceanfront park that’s both inclusive and fun. . With sensory boards, accessible play equipment, and beach wheelchairs available, everyone can join in on the sandy shenanigans.
Pack a picnic and make a day of it! Cost: Free entry, with a small fee for beach wheelchair rentals. The beach has lifeguards on duty and showers for the ultra-sandy kids to leave the beach at the shore.
Play Putt-Putt Golf
Channel your inner Tiger Woods at one of Virginia Beach’s putt-putt courses. Whether you’re a mini-golf pro or just in it for the laughs, mini-golf is the perfect low-cost activity for all ages. There are plenty of courses to choose from in the resort district, but our personal favorite is Jungle Golf. They’re open 24 hours most days with a course that has 18 holes for the family to conquer! Regular tickets are $14 and kids and seniors can golf for $12.
Fish & Sightsee at the Virginia Beach Pier
Cast a line or just gaze at the Virginia Beach Pier. Stretching 1,000 feet into the Atlantic, it’s a prime fishing spot or viewing spot for ocean views and people watching. Don’t have your own rod? No worries! You can rent fishing gear right on the pier. You’ll only spend $4 per person to enjoy the pier, so add this to your list of cheap things to do in Virginia Beach!
2. Multiply Savings During Your Vacation
Set a Souvenir Budget
If your vacation style includes hunting for treasures, we know those shell necklaces and “I Love VA Beach” shirts are calling your name. Try not to go overboard with the collector’s items by setting a souvenir budget for yourself. Maybe it’s $20 or maybe it’s $50. Sometimes the best treasures and souvenirs are free, like that perfectly shaped shell you found on the beach or that photo of dad falling off his surfboard!
Use Our Local Partners for Discounts
All you savvy savers would be delighted to know that at Atkinson Realty, we’ve got friends in all the right places. We’ve partnered with local businesses, restaurants, and local attractions to wave the magic wand of savings in your direction.
Live it up like the locals and make those deals work harder than sunscreen! It’s like having access to the old diner’s club book your grandma kept in the glove box. Memories.
Save Money on Food by Grocery Shopping
Skip those tourist trap restaurants and take a field trip to the local grocery store, or farmers market. Stock up on local goodies and whip up some delicious creations in the kitchen of your vacation home. Give yourself bonus points for chatting up local vendors and scoring free samples or priceless cooking tips. Every dollar you save on food is an extra dollar you can spend on an epic jet-ski rental or scoop of boardwalk ice cream.
3. Find an Affordable Virginia Beach Vacation Rental
Finding your perfect sandy sanctuary without breaking the bank, look no further than Atkinson Realty. We’ve carved out a selection of affordable Virginia Beach vacation rentals to give you all the comforts of a home away from home! Whether you’re looking for a cozy condo or a spacious home, we have an option that will have your inner beach bum and wallet singing in perfect harmony.
Why gamble on a faceless Airbnb or settle for a tiny hotel room when you can save some clams with Atkinson Realty? Trust us, your wallet will thank you! Now is the time to make that booking – your Virginia Beach adventure awaits!