VG MEETS ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS OF THE VIRGINIA GREEN PROGRAM g PROVIDES PRINTED MATERIAL IN BRAILLE D $ PROVIDES DESCRIPTIONS BY A TRAINED AUDIO DESCRIBER ADMISSION REQUIRED W PROVIDES SIGN LANGUAGE q OFFERS ACCESS FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR HAVE LOW VISION s PROVIDES ASSISTIVE LISTENING SYSTEMS b u PROVIDES A DEVICE USED FOR COMMUNICATION WITH AND BETWEEN HEARING IMPAIRED BUSES/GROUPS WELCOME c PET -FRIENDLY FACILITY I ADA -COMPLIANT Eastern Shore of Virginia Tourism Commission Virginia Birding & Wildlife Trail dwr.virginia.gov/vbwt/coastal-trail 804-367-1000 Stop at designated areas along the 70-mile-long peninsula. Captain Timothy Hill House captaintimothyhillhouse.com 914-589-7733 5122 Main St., Chincoteague By appointment. Historic home on National Register of Historic Places. $ b MACHIPONGO THINGS TO DO visitesva.com | 757-787-8268 19056 Parkway, Melfa Discover the Eastern Shore of Virginia, where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic. Explore charming towns, scenic trails, fresh seafood, and natural shorelines perfect for relaxation and adventure. b Barrier Islands Center ACCOMACK THINGS TO DO Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge Be Free. Revel On: A Self-Guided Driving Trail and Outdoor Adventures in Central Accomack visitesva.com 19056 Parkway, Melfa Self-guided driving tour of Central Accomack. b Eastern Shore of Virginia Chamber of Commerce esvachamber.org | 757-787-2460 19056 Parkway, Melfa Contact for Eastern Shore information. b fws.gov/refuge/chincoteague 757-336-6122 8231 Beach Rd., Chincoteague A variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking and a beach. $ b barrierislandscenter.com 757-678-5550 7295 Young St., Machipongo Preserves the history of those who once called deserted islands home. $ b Pear Valley CAPE CHARLES THINGS TO DO Herbert H. Bateman Educational and Administrative Center fws.gov/refuge/chincoteague 757-336-6122 8231 Beach Rd., Chincoteague Exhibits, trails, photography, and Assateague Lighthouse. $ b preservationvirginia.org 757-331-4689 Wilsonia Neck Road, Machipongo The structure dates to 1740. By appointment only. NORTHAMPTON COUNTY Landmarks Trail: African American Historic Sites in Northampton County, The Eastern Shore of Virginia Welcome Center visitesva.com | 757-331-1660 32383 Lankford Hwy., Cape Charles Open daily, 9am-5pm. b c Cape Charles Lighthouse lighthousefriends.com Smith Island, Cape Charles The best view is from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel or by boat. Museum of Chincoteague Island THINGS TO DO Cape Charles Main Street Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel cbbt.com | 757-331-2960 32386 Lankford Hwy., Cape Charles Spanning 17.6 miles of bridges, tunnels, and man-made islands, this engineering marvel offers views of the Chesapeake Bay and a drive linking VA’s Eastern Shore with mainland Coastal VA (toll road). $ b c capecharlesmainstreet.com 757-210-8083 718 Randolph Ave., Cape Charles Cape Charles Main Street district with shopping, art, and dining. c chincoteaguemuseum.com 757-336-6117 7125 Maddox Blvd., Chincoteague Local history, lighthouse lenses, shipwrecks, and home of Misty. $ b visitesva.com 32383 Lankford Hwy., Northampton Trail highlighting African-American history in Northampton County. b THINGS TO DO EASTVILLE THINGS TO DO Nature Conservancy -Brownsville Preserve, The Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center Eastville Courthouse nature.org | 757-442-3049 11332 Brownsville Rd., Nassawadox Works to protect and restore the wildlife of the Virginia coast. capecharlesmuseum.org 757-331-1008 814 Randolph Ave., Cape Charles History of the town, railroad, ships, and operational diesel generator. b Custis Tomb Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge co.northampton.va.us/gov/ oldcourthouse.html 757-678-0466 16404 Courthouse Rd., Eastville The oldest continuous county records in the U.S., dating from 1632. b ONANCOCK Onancock Welcome Center onancock.com 38 Market St., Onancock Opened in mid-2025; public restrooms and visitor information. fws.gov/refuge/eastern_shore_of_ virginia | 757-331-2760 5003 Hallett Cir., Cape Charles Variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including guided tours. b visitesva.com | 757-787-8268 Southwest of Cape Charles Gravesite for Mary Randolph Custis, the wife of Robert E. Lee. b Savage Neck Dunes National Area Preserve Kiptopeke State Park Revolutionary Shore Self-Guided Driving Tour virginiastateparks.gov/kiptopeke 757-331-2267 3540 Kiptopeke Dr., Cape Charles A 562-acre state park on Chesapeake Bay. $ b c dwr.virginia.gov/vbwt/sites/savage-neck-dunes-natural-area-preserve 757-710-3428 2175 Savage Neck Rd., Eastville A 298-acre preserve with bay shoreline, a trail, and birding. THINGS TO DO Burnham Guides Paddle & Bike EXMORE Explore Exmore visitexmore.com | 757-442-3114 3305 Main St., Exmore Ideal base for exploring the Shore. Antiquing, kayaking, wine tastings. visitesva.com/things-to-do/listings/ revolutionary-shore-drivingtour 32383 Lankford Hwy., Northampton Self-guided driving tour of Northampton County. b CHINCOTEAGUE Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce & Certified Visitor Center burnhamguides.com 757-710-5137 2 King St., Onancock Kayak, stand-up paddleboard, and bike rentals from our 1680 Colonial port. Kayak tours on Onancock Creek, Chesapeake Bay, and barrier islands. Seaside Water Trail deq.state.va.us/coastal/ seasidewatertrail | 804-698-4323 Kayak pristine waterways and discover the Shore’s maritime heritage. Virginia Barrier Islands chincoteaguechamber.com 757-336-6161 6733 Maddox Blvd., Chincoteague Island Helping travelers to the island have a memorable experience. THINGS TO DO Exmore History Walking Tour visitexmore.com/exmore-history-walking-tour | 757-442-3114 3286 Main St., Exmore Start at the southeast corner of Main Street and Bank Avenue. visitesva.com | 757-331-1660 The East Coast’s longest string of wild barrier islands. esvawatermen.org | 757-665-5771 Historic Onancock School, 6 College Ave., Onancock Chesapeake Bay waterman culture, oral histories, and research library. Eastern Shore Watermen’s Museum and Research Center THINGS TO DO Assateague Island National Seashore -Tom’s Cove Visitor Center nps.gov/asis | 410-641-1441 8586 Beach Rd., Chincoteague Beachcombing exhibits, marine aquariums, bookstore. $ b experienceonancock.com 757-392-7614 Onancock Onancock Main Street district with shopping, art, and dining. b c Historic Downtown Onancock Main Street District 110 Virginia .org | EASTERN SHORE
Virginia Travel Guide Virginia Travel Guide 2026: Page 110
