Virginia Beach is the biggest city in Virginia; attractings millions of tourists every year, this is a favorite vacation spot. The city offers a host of attractions to the visitors. There are historic places, zoos and aquariums, and restaurants offering delicious haute cuisine, not to mention the sprawling beach on the South Atlantic and endless opportunities to indulge in all kinds of delightful and fun water activities. The place also boasts of a thriving night life and there are special Virginia Beach Events which range from watersports and marathons and surfing competitions to live music and special evening concerts,

Mount Vernon Estate, George Washington's family home, located along the shores of the Potomac River, is the most scenic tourist attraction in Northern Virginia. Visit the mansion, the outbuildings, the gardens and the new museum and learn about the life of America's first president and his family.

The 800-acre Great Falls Park, located along the Potomac River, is one of the most spectacular natural landmarks in Northern Virginia. Enjoy the wonderful view and a variety of activities such as hiking, picnicking, kayaking, rock climbing, bicycling, and horseback riding.

The Northern Virginia location of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum displays the massive space shuttle Enterprise, the Lockheed SR-71 and numerous aircraft, spacecraft and other artifacts.

If you have a thing for history and olden times, you will love this place. Colonial Williamsburg is known as a living-history museum and you can also enjoy a stay at one of the official colonial Williamsburg hotels. Apart from historic attractions, the place is also famous for its art museums. There is also a beautiful golf course and plentiful opportunities to shop and dine. The main attraction is the opportunity for self-guided tours through a recreated pre-Revolutionary tenant farm. Costumed interpreters portray tenant farmers, and farm animals roam the grounds. The park is open April through mid-December.

Located just 3 miles east of Williamsburg, Busch Gardens is the ideal place to turn to if you are looking to indulge in some entertainment and adventure activities. This European themed park offers ample opportunities to enjoy fun rides, including simulators, water rides and roller coasters. You can also choose from a varied range of dining and shopping experiences, as well as live stage shows

One of the most famous houses in America, Monticello reflects Thomas Jefferson's keen interest in architecture, agriculture, landscaping, and domestic comforts. This 21-room house also contains many mementos and other ingenious devices owned by the third President of the United States.

For a relaxing stroll through downtown Richmond, choose the Richmond Canal Walk, a meandering walk that stretches for 1.25 miles along the banks of Haxall and Kanawha Canal. There are monuments and exhibits along the walk which will present 4 centuries of Richmond's history to the visitors.

For a beautiful driving experience through natural beauty and wildlife, the Skyline Drive located inside the Shenandoah National Park is ideal. This 105 miles road runs through the park and you can enter it from four different points. The speed limit inside the park is 35 mph

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