Walk the Virginia Beach Boardwalk and learn the facts behind the city’s most infamous crimes. This hour-long, wheelchair-accessible tour pairs clear timelines with local context for a grounded look at the Boardwalk’s darker history.
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The Boardwalk is both stage and spectator: gulls wheel over the Atlantic as you stand where shoes, sand, and stories meet. This 60-minute walk starts at the Birds Sculpture and moves along the wooden promenade, tracing cases that shaped the city’s modern memory — from high-profile murders that gripped headlines to episodes that changed local habits like hitchhiking.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Light walking ability; suitable for most fitness levels including wheelchair users.
Wildlife
History
The Virginia Beach Boardwalk grew as a 20th-century resort strip; high-profile crimes in the 1970s and later influenced local policing and public safety measures along the shore.
Conservation
Coastal erosion and beach maintenance are ongoing concerns; support local cleanup efforts and stay on marked walkways to protect dune vegetation.
Reserve your spot on the Virginia Beach True Crime Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Comfortable shoes
The route is flat but covers boardwalk planks and sidewalks—wear supportive walking shoes to stay steady.
Bring water
Even on short walks the sun and sea breeze can dehydrate you—carry a refillable bottle.
Timing matters
Mornings and late afternoons are quieter for listening; evenings add atmosphere but can be busier and cooler.
Respectful photography
Photos are fine in public areas, but avoid intrusive shots and be considerate when scenes involve sensitive history.
Supportive walking shoes
Boardwalk planks and sidewalks require stable footwear for comfort and balance.
Reusable water bottle
Hydration matters in sun and wind on the beach.
summer
Light windproof jacket
Evenings and early mornings can be cool and breezy on the coast.
spring
Phone with charged battery and flashlight app
Useful for navigation, photos, and reading small interpretive signs in low light.
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