Location: Onancock
Top Things to do in Onancock
Top 9 Things to do in Onancock, United States
Onancock in United States, from Nouth America region, is best know for Specialty Museums. Discover best things to do in Onancock with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
Restaurants in Onancock
1. Ker Place
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Ker Place, formerly named Kerr Place, is the headquarters of the Eastern Shore of Virginia Historical Society located in Onancock, VA. This magnificent Federal period Georgian style house was built in 1799 for prosperous merchant farmer John Shepherd Ker and his wife Agnes Corbin Ker and their family. It is described by the Virginia Historical Landmarks Commission as "the finest and most elaborate Federal mansion on Virginia's Eastern Shore," and "one of the Shore's major architectural landmarks." This house operates as a museum that is open for visitors with trained volunteer docents giving guided tours of the interpretive interior as well as various exhibits, laboratories and research space. It is also used as a venue for weddings and other special events for the community. Tours of the house are available throughout the year by appointment or March - December. We suggest that you call ahead to ensure that a docent will be available.
Reviewed By Stephanie S - Virginia Beach, Virginia
We visited on a slightly rainy Saturday and we're the o lay visitors at the time so we got a private tour. The house is beautiful with amazing architectural detail that have been refurbished. While none of the furniture is original to the house they have done a nice job of recreating what it would have looked like during the Ker residency. I was less impressed with the upstairs which is set up more as a museum for prominent families on the eastern shore. There is nothing wrong with this, I just prefer to really focus on the family who lived in the home. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about the house and local history. The tour took about an hour and was free so it was the perfect way to immerse yourself in some local history.
2. SouthEast Expeditions
Overall Ratings
5 based on 27 reviews
SouthEast Expeditions is the Eastern Shore of Virginia's Leading EcoTour Outfitter. Leading Kayak Trips & Rentals through Barrier Islands, Salt Marshes, and Coastal Creeks from Chincoteague to Cape Charles, our ACA certified guides are also trained naturalists. Classes & Sales are also available.
Reviewed By Tracey L G
We recently took a guided half day tour from Onancock with SouthEast Expeditions out to one of the many barrier islands on the Chesapeake Bay. We are so glad we made plans with this outfitter! Will was a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable and great to spend time with. We learned new things about the bay, the local area, and kayaking. There are tours for beginners to pros...if you want to try kayaking or are looking for a new adventure, SouthEast Expeditions is the way to go! We can't wait to plan our next trip with them and see another part of this beautiful area!
3. Blue Crab Bay Co.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Specialty foods and gifts representative of the Chesapeake Bay region, including coastal snacks, Bloody Mary mixers, seafood seasonings, Blue Crab stoneware, local arts and crafts and gift assortments. Plenty of parking for bus tours or RVs. Picnic pavillion upon request.
Reviewed By mdgipsy - Baltimore, Maryland
What a fun little place. They have all things crab and you should stop in! We got bloody Mary mix and they threw in a free bottle of sea salt. Yea us!!
4. Tangier Onancock Ferry
Overall Ratings
5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Sunny B - Galveston, Texas
When you want to slow down and watch the world go by waltz aboard the Tangier Ferry for the 75 minute trip to Tangier Island. The crew is professional and welcoming, the views amazing (watch the starboard side for the osprey nests. We saw the momma feeding her young.) Just be sure to be back on the boat on time!
5. Hopkins & Bros. Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Hopkins & Bros. Store is a historic landmark that is owned by the Eastern Shore of Virginia Historical Society. Inside the store is an exhibit about Onancock, VA and a restaurant, Mallards at the Wharf.
Reviewed By Peter C - White Stone, Virginia, United States
A great place on the harbor. Nice lunch and dinner in a casual setting. The service is excellent, good menu for a casual lunch or dinner and a reasonable price also.
6. Ten Good Sheep
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By JoyfulWriter - Chesapeake, Virginia
This "store" is off the beaten path, but well-worth a visit. On the Artisan Trail, this shop lets visitors get a glimpse of the artist at work. The owner has her own sheep, which she shears and uses the wool for various products which she...MoreThanks so much for your visit! I love your picture of our yarn dyeing area...we're creating new yarns there daily. I hope you and your husband stop in again when you're on the Shore!
7. North Street Playhouse
Overall Ratings
5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By LeilaniESVA802 - Parksley, Virginia
Went to closing night of Shipwrecked and it was FABULOUS. Can't wait to see another play in this small theater that used to run silent films. I may make the 3 hour trip from Delaware just to go see another play. Wonderful find!
8. Red Queen Gallery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By sister-cousins - Wooster, Ohio
Located right in the center of the small Eastern Shore town of Onancock, this a must visit. The majority of the items for sale are by local artists. Art? you'll find oils, water colors, photographs, and prints ranging from "good" to "excellent". Style? Casual to still life to landscapes and more. Pottery? A nice range. Be sure to check out E. Hunt's exceptional pieces. Jewelry? Pearls, silver, beads. Ceramics. Unique cards. It is hard to not find that perfect item. And the prices are so reasonable. Expect friendly, helpful staff.
9. Crockett Gallery
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2 reviews
Willie paints the eastern shore of Virginia with a lifelong intimate knowlege of nature having been born and brought up on Tangier Island, hunting and working on the water as a younster and teenager. Art has been his occupation since 1971 and your visit will inspire you with his love for art and all it brings to show what beauty is all around us.
Reviewed By tlb1013 - Aberdeen, Maryland
nice gallery that promotes local artists. Worth the time to open the door and walk in even if you are not buying.
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