Take in the waterfront beauty of Chesapeake Bay
Enjoy the area's festivals, history and monuments with a rental holiday home in Chesapeake Bay. This welcoming city is known for its sporting events, live music and bird watching. Local cultural sights include Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of African American History and Culture. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Sightseeing in and around Chesapeake Bay
Do you want to discover attractions to see while you're in town? You'll be sure to enjoy Chesapeake Bay for its bird watching and boating. Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Chesapeake Bay a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. Here are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Bay Creek Golf Club (19.5 mi / 31.4 km)
- Golden Eagle Golf Club (19.6 mi / 31.6 km)
- Compass Entertainment Complex (20.5 mi / 33 km)
- Chatham Vineyards (10.6 mi / 17 km)
- Holly Grove Vineyards (11.7 mi / 18.8 km)
- Good Luck Cellars (21.3 mi / 34.3 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Chesapeake Bay
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to take in the scenery, Chesapeake Bay is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- White Stone Beach (17.6 mi / 28.4 km)
- Cape Charles Beach (18 mi / 28.9 km)
- Cuba Island (25.2 mi / 40.5 km)
- Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge (27.5 mi / 44.3 km)
- Marsh Island (29.4 mi / 47.3 km)
How to get to and around Chesapeake Bay
The nearest airport is in Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.), located 34.3 mi (55.2 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.), which is 43.4 mi (69.8 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Williamsburg Transportation Center, Newport News Station and Virginia Beach Station are the main stations in the city. You can get around Chesapeake Bay by catching a ride on the metro at Ft Norfolk-Medical Center Station, Newtown Road Station or York Street-Free Mason Station.