tourist attractions

NOW OPEN!
Virginia Originals & Chesapeake Grill

For more information about the new restaurant and gift shop that are now open at One Island on the Bay, please click here. 

One Island on the Bay (aka Sea Gull Island)

One Island on the Bay is located on the southernmost of the Bridge-Tunnel's four manmade islands, 3-1/2 miles from Virginia Beach. This island  provides the traveling public an opportunity to stop, stretch their legs, grab a bite to eat, cast a line, birdwatch, or just take in the natural beauty and sounds of the Chesapeake Bay. An interpretive display of the construction of the Bridge-Tunnel is located just outside the Restaurant/Gift Shop.
 

Chesapeake Grill, a casual yet full-service restaurant offers a complete menu including breakfast, lunch and dinner.  Choose from a variety of foods that will please all tastes - from sandwiches to fresh-made soups to delicious seafood dishes.

To view the COMPLETE MENU for Chesapeake Grill, please click here.

For larger groups interested in a group dining experience, EXPRESS MENUS are available with advance notice.  To view express menu choices, click here.

For the latest COUPON  "specials" at Chesapeake Grill, please click here.

Hours of Operation:
Fall/Winter Hours (mid-September thru mid-May)
7 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily
CURRENT Summer Hours
(mid-May thru mid-September)
6 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Contact:  757.318.4818

Closed Christmas Day
Hours subject to change

Virginia Originals gift shop offers a retail shopping experience that is sure to please customers as it features all that is good about the Commonwealth.   Hand-selected gourmet foods and wine, children's items, clothing, customized gift baskets and souvenirs...there is sure to be something for everyone!

Fishing Pier

Cast your line from the free 625-foot fishing pier where bluefish, trout, croaker, flounder, shark, and other species of fish are caught.  There is a certified fish weighing station available and photos of your catch are provided to the angler and displayed in our photo box.

For more information regarding the fishing pier, click here.
 

Scenic View

Observe Navy and commercial ocean-going ships glide gracefully through one of the world's busiest shipping channels through coin-operated viewing machines. Check out our Shipwatcher's Guide which describes the major types of Naval Ships currently based in Hampton Roads. 

A Bridge to Naval History

Take a walk through Naval history as a series of outdoor exhibits sponsored by the Hampton Roads Naval Museum highlight the history of the Navy on the Chesapeake Bay.  For more information on the displays, click here.  For more information on the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, click here.

Scenic Overlook/Rest Area

If you are a camera buff and are looking for that perfect vantage point to photograph the Bridge-Tunnel be sure to stop at our new Scenic Overlook where viewing machines are located. The overlook is located on the west side of the roadway at the southern tip of Virginia's Eastern Shore and provides a parking area to accommodate cars, recreational vehicles and buses. In addition to the scenic overlook, the rest area located on the north end of the Bridge-Tunnel provides our customers with restroom facilities, telephones, and vending machines.