Virginia Beach Museums and Art Galleries

(Virginia Beach, Virginia - VA, USA)



Home to a selection of art galleries and museums, Virginia Beach's cultural attractions have become popular tourist attractions in their own right. This is particularly so with the popular Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Museum, which has long been a major draw card in Virginia Beach.

Those wishing to view fine art works from the last century should visit the Contemporary Art Center of Virginia, where they won't be disappointed.


Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Museum

Address: 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, Virginia VA, 23451, USA
Tel: +1 757 437 6000
A modern building in Virginia Beach with heaps of fun interactive displays as well as extensive collections of sea creatures, the amazing Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Museum is great entertainment for the whole family. Highlights include the open-ocean and turtle aquariums and the IMAX theater. A number of educational boat trips are organized by the museum including the Coastal Explorer, Dolphin Watch and Ocean Collections tours.
Open hours: daily - 09:00 to 17:00, seasonal variations apply
Admission: charge, discounts for seniors and children, children under three free

Contemporary Art Center of Virginia

Address: 2200 Parks Avenue, Virginia Beach, Virginia VA, 23451, USA
Tel: +1 757 425 0000
The Contemporary Art Center of Virginia houses an impressive permanent collection of important paintings by local, national and international artists. The focus is on 20th-century artworks and the quality of the exhibits is very impressive. Prints, postcards, books and other gift items are available for purchase at the center's gift shop.
Open hours: Tuesday to Friday - 10:00 to 17:00, Saturday - 10:00 to 16:00, Sunday - 12:00 to 16:00
Admission: charge, children under four free