Location: Chesapeake
Top Things to do in Chesapeake
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Chesapeake, Virginia (VA)
Chesapeake is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 222,209; in 2013, the population was estimated to be 232,977, making it the third-most populous city in Virginia.
Restaurants in Chesapeake
1. Adventure Kayak Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 38 reviews
Experience...Explore...Enjoy... Adventure Kayak Tours is your destination for Kayak & Standup Paddleboarding in Coastal Virginia. Experience personalized trips with modern equipment and individual attention. Each trip is customized to meet the unique needs of our clients. Explore Virginia's natural diversity in a minimum-impact activity. Leaving environments with nothing but our footprints and sometimes better than we find them is the best way to preserve our waterways rich with human history and natural beauty. Without traveling far in Southeastern Virginia, Adventure Kayak Tours can take you from exploring fresh water marshes in Virginia Beach, to entering ancient cypress swamps in Chesapeake, all the way to stepping foot on untouched barrier islands on the Eastern Shore. Adventure Kayak Tours offers a variety of custom kayaking tours including, but not limited to, Fishing Adventures, Geocaching Adventures, Paddle In Trash Out Events, Paddle Under the Stars and Full Moon Paddles.
2. Hickory Ridge Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
You pick strawberries and pumpkins are our specialty crops. We also grow summer produce. Current information about field conditions, special events, birthday parties and educational field trips can be found on our website and Facebook page.
3. Oak Grove Lake Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By dianes526 - Polk City, United States
We go here all the time when we visit. Peaceful, scenic walk. Has playground equipment, fishing docks, exercise stations
4. Dismal Swamp Canal Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 132 reviews
Reviewed By Z3907MGsam - McGaheysville, United States
This is a really cool park. It's a wonderful re-purposing of old U.S. Hwy 17. The old 2-lane highway has been turned into a hiking/biking trail. It stretches for over 16 miles, I only hiked the first three miles up and back from the northern trail head. I really enjoyed the peaceful nature walk, which at places had breathtaking, postcard-esque views of the canal. It wasn't too crowded either, even on the 85 degree Memorial Day I visited. It also wasn't swarming with flies and mosquitos, as I feared going in. There is plenty of free parking at the northern trail head, as well as a clean public restroom. There are also picnic tables and benches there, and at several places along the trail. The paved trail makes this a suitable and easy walk for any fitness level or age. It was a great experience, and I will be back again!
5. Cinema Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By tammycN1804DW
Super clean, good service, love the recliner seats. We always go to this one, I love being able to book my seats ahead of time.
6. Great Bridge Lock Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By ididntwantausername - Centralia, United States
A respite from the noisy streets on the Elizabeth River. Some nice woods as well. It's amazing how quiet and peaceful it is here. We especially loved watching the river rise as the breeze caused ripples through the water. It was a great sight.
7. Chesapeake Arboretum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By 354mec229 - Lucinda, United States
My husband, dog, and I walked the Chesapeake Arboretum trails for the first time today. We wanted fresh air and, due to COVID-19, not many people. We got it and loved it. The camellias were blooming, the trees had changed to their fall colors, and when we did cross paths with some other walkers, we had plenty of room to stay a safe distance. Lake Hughes was a pleasant surprise. With the Fall colors and ducks on the lake, our pictures were gorgeous. We're in our late 60s. We did have to watch the tree roots, but the day on the trails was so enjoyable. Kudos to the city of Chesapeake for well marked and nicely maintained trails. We'll definitely return.
8. Cinema Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By JLNZ13 - Kerikeri, New Zealand
A groups of four friends booked for dinner and a movie, Cinema Cafe share the location with the local Kerikeri Cathay Cinema. The menu and wine list are well matched, with good New Zealand wines. I think it best to list what we ordered to give a sample of the menu. All were well presented, perfectly cooked, and delicous. There is a Movie and Meal deal, which is excellent value. We ordered and shared the Entrees Buffalo Chicken Tenders (GF)$14 Camembert & Manuka moment (GF,V)$17. CC's calamari (GF)$15 Dippy dunkers $12 Chefs choise of daily breads. Garlic and Hummis (V) (GF toast available) Then for main we ordered Pork Trio (GF)$28 Pork Belly Lamb Shoulder (GF)$28 Duck leg confit (GF)$27 Vegetarian Curry of the day (GF, V)$21
9. Cloud 9 Trampoline Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 63 reviews
10. Northwest River Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By chelslynne - Pensacola, United States
This was a great place to hike with my dog! I prefer to take just one long trail but this park you must combine several small trails. It wasn’t too crowded but then again the trails were pretty muddy. My pup needed a bath when we got home. Just prepare and don’t bring your best sneakers or stick to the paved paths.
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