Blog Posts for Oceana NAS in Things To Do

I've compiled a list of best italian restaurants in Virginia Beach from the members our our MilitaryTownAdvisor Facebook Group . The best Italian Restaurants in Virginia Beach Mannino's - There are 3 locations throughout the Hampton Roads area: Virginia Beach off Independence and Pleasure House Road, Kempsville Area off of Princess Anne Rd, and Olde Town Portsmouth. I first learned about Mannino's when I was shopping at our neighborhood's local farmers market and there was a stand with fresh mozzarella balls and a la voldka sauce sold in separate jars. ÂFirst of all, I love a fresh mozzerella... read more

With the coast on the right and land on the left, there are plenty of fun things to do in Hampton Roads. From exploring with toddlers at the Children's Museum to thrilling rides at Busch Gardens, you and your visitors are sure to have a blast year-round. Click each activity for a deeper look into the fun things to do in Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Williamsburg. Children's Museum of Virginia When we need a family friendly activity, we usually go to. The Children's Museum of Virginia. Imagine two stories of fun and being able to touch and play with everything. This is the most fun museum my chi... read more

Children's Museum of Virginia in Portsmouth Whether it's too hot and humid or we just need a change of scenery, the Children's Museum of Virginia in Portsmouth is a fun place to go. With two, newly renovated floors of activities for children, all ages will enjoy the hands-on museum. Children's museums are not your typical museums. If your tot loves choo choo trains, don't turn right as soon as you walk into the museum, or else you won't see the rest of the museum. Trust me. We were stuck in the train room forever. My advice? Turn right and head into the bubble room. Sounds Around: Enter a soo... read more

Busch Gardens in Virginia Grab your free military tickets to Busch Gardens in Virginia and head back in time to the Old Europe-themed amusement park. Enjoy rides, roller coasters, KIDsiderate attractions, shows and tours. Some of our favorites things to do at Busch Gardens in Virginia: Sesame Street Forest of Fun: Have an exciting day on family friendly rides and playgrounds, then hang out with your favorite sesame street characters. Der Roto Baron : Preschool pilots will enjoy riding in the cockpit of a WWI fighter plane. Oktoberfest: Bavaria in Virginia. As you devour delicious German food,... read more

Norfolk Botanical Garden When looking for a fun family friendly activity in Norfolk, I highly recommend the Norfolk Botanical Garden. The garden is hidden next to the Norfolk Airport off Azalea Garden Rd. Celebrating it's 75th year, the Norfolk Botanical Garden is a non-profit museum for plants. Spanning 155 acres and 12 miles of paved trails, it's a great place to spend a beautiful day. Our Favorite Spots at Norfolk Botanical Garden World of Wonders (WOW): A kids area with a water garden. On hot days let your kids run around the water garden, playhouse, go down the slide, and cool off at the... read more