Meters located on 31st, 15th, 10th and 6th Street
How to Use the Pay Stations:
1. Use any button on key pad to begin
2. Press “1” for initial payment
3. Enter your space number and press “#”
4. Insert coins to add time or insert card, follow on screen instruction (Press blue button to add time).
5. Press green button to complete transaction.
6. Retain receipt for proof of payment(also has extended time code if you want to add time later)
7. Download Parkmobile appAdd time using a mobile device.
PARKING PAY STATIONS
CURFEW FOR MINORS
ARE NOT ALLOWED IN PUBLIC PLACES BETWEEN
UNLESS ACCOMPANIED BY PARENT OR GUARDIAN.
That leaves the younger ones a full 18 hours a day to enjoy all the beach has to offer.
11 P.M. – 5 A.M.KIDS 17 AND UNDER
GOT A MOTOR?
THE BEACH, BOARDWALK,BIKE PATHS, PARKS OR GRASSY AREAS.
IF SO, IT’S NOT ALLOWED ON
Sorry.
Before Memorial Day and after Labor Day weekend, pets are invited to enjoy the public beaches and Boardwalk area anytime.
However, during the summer months (Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend), they are limited to frolic on the north end of Virginia Beach above 42nd Street and the south end of Virginia Beach in the Sandbridge area before 10 a.m. and after 6 p.m. Pets on a leash are allowed on the Boardwalk only from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. during the summer months.
Fido must don a leash, and human companions are required to clean up after their furry friends.
PET LOVERS
WHERE TO SURF
Surf anytime, anywhere from September thru May. But in the summer, please refer to the awesome chart below:Croatan
Resort Beach
North End
Sandbridge
Camp Pendleton to Rudee Inlet
Rudee Inlet to 42nd Street
42nd street to 56th Street, 58th Street to Fort Story
In the area from the northern boundary of Little Island Park to the southern boundary of the designated lifeguard-patrolled swimming area located at the terminus of Sandbridge Road.
NO surfing between the hours of: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. every day
NO surfing between the hours of: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays;10 a.m. - 6 p.m. weekends & holidays
NO surfing between the hours of: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays;10 a.m. - 6 p.m. weekends & holidays
Surfing permitted: ALL DAYMonday - Thursday
Not including designated surf areas
Not including designated surf areas
Not including designated surf areas
No surfing 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday - Sunday & holidays
PUBLIC RESTROOMS
Need to go?
* Open year-round
2nd Street*17th Street24th Street*30th Street31st Street*
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Police, Fire, EMS
Visitor Information Center
Information Kiosks
Non-Emergency and towing inquiries
911 for emergencies
800-822-3224
757-491-7866
757-385-5000
URGENT CARE
Patient First - General Booth1605 General Booth Blvd.
Patient First - Indian River5486 Indian River Rd.
Coastal Surgical Specialists1120 First Colonial Rd.
Family Medicine Center1201 Lake James Dr.
Nowcare Urgent Care1168 First Colonial Rd.
Sentara Urgent Care816 Independence Blvd. #100
Sentara Urgent Care1326 E Little Creek Rd.
The Doctor’s In, P.C. Urgent Care1788 Republic Rd.
Urgent Care Center - Princess Anne2088 S Independence Blvd.
First Colonial Family Practice and Urgent Car Center1120 First Colonial Rd. # 100
757-721-0512
757-424-2490
757-481-4424
757-523-0022
757-352-2020
757-363-6800
757-583-6338
757-428-1911
757-275-9331
757-481-2333
VB MAPS
www.visitvirginiabeach.com/maps
DRINK RESPONSIBLY
IF YOU’RE NOT 21, YOU SHOULDN’T BE DRINKING!
OPEN OR UNSEALED ALCOHOL CONTAINERS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN PUBLIC SPACES OR VEHICLES.
The legal blood-alcohol-index limit in Virginia Beach is 0.08.
PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND
DESIGNATE A DRIVER
SWIMMER SAFETY
Remember to swim near a lifeguard.Locate your closest lifeguard station in the case of an emergency.
Virginia Beach Lifesaving Service operates 50 stations from 1st Street to 89th Street and Croatan Beach, along the Oceanfront.
BIKE RIGHTIf you’re on a bike, use the designated bike path next to the Boardwalk and obey the same rules as automobile drivers. And remember: stay to the right.
FISHING INFORMATION
Cast your line during allowed days and times. Fishing from the shore is prohibited from Rudee Inlet to 42nd Street on weekdays (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) and on weekends and holidays (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.).
Courteous
thank you!
BEACH MUSIC
Keep it
KEEP THE VOLUME TO A REASONABLE LEVEL
TO AVOID DISTURBING OTHERS.
NON-EMERGENCY CALLS
See something? Say something! To report non-emergency situations, call 757-385-5000 and 911 for emergencies.
KEEP IT CLEAN
OHSUGARHONEYICEDTEA!
Pretend you grandmother is within earshot.
LOCK IT UPDon’t get too chill on the beach. Remember to keep your car locked and your valuables safe. Report any incidents to 757-385-5000.
RESORT AREA PARKING
Garages and Lots OPEN 8 a.m. - 12:30 a.m. daily
31st Street Garage 25th Street Municipal Lot 19th Street Municipal Lots North & South 9th Street Garage
Lots OPEN - 8a.m. - 12a.m. daily
4th Street Municipal Lot 2nd Street Municipal Lot Rudee Loop
Other City Parking
Croatan (South) Parking Lot: 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sandbridge Market: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sandbridge Municipal Lots: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Virginia Beach Town Center: 24/7 Free Parking
DRINK/PARK RESPONSIBLY
If you know you’re in no shape to drive home after an evening out and you parked in one of the Municipal Parking Lots located at 2nd, 4th, 19th, 25th streets or Rudee Loop, get a “Do Not Tow” sticker from the lot attendant that will allow you to leave your car overnight. If there is no attendant, contact a police officer or call 757- 385-5600.
Put the “Do Not Tow” sticker on your windshield, and grab a ride from a cab or a friend. You may pick up your vehicle between 8 a.m. and noon the next day.
Municipal parking lots close at 12:30 a.m. to new entries. You must get your sticker prior to 2:30 a.m.
RIP CURRENT SAFETYUse these helpful tips to “Break the Grip of the Rip!”
IF CAUGHT IN A RIP CURRENT:• Don’t fight the current.• Swim parallel to the shore, then back to the beach.• If you can’t escape, float or tread water.• If you need help, call or wave for assistance.SAFETY:• Know how to swim.• Never swim alone.• If in doubt, don’t go out.
ROLLING AROUND
When roller blading or roller skating on the boardwalk or bike paths, be sure to look out for pedestrians.
BEACH SPORTS
Courtesy volleyball nets are available on a first-come, first-serve basis at 25th, 30th & 40th streets.
Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends and holidays, playing frisbee and other sports on the beach are prohibited in between Rudee Inlet and 42nd Street, unless otherwise noted.
DO’S & DON’TS
A few do’s and don’ts that will ensure you have a great time while in at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront.
• DO remember to remove valuables from vehicles.• DON’T have open containers or alcoholic beverages in public areas or in a vehicle.• DO remember to lock your vehicle and hotel room.• DON’T leave personal items unattended.• DO pick up after your pets.• DON’T have pets off-leash or on the beach.• DO ride bikes and surreys on the bike path.• DON’T use electric or motorized vehicles on the boardwalk or beach.• DO pay attention to your surroundings.• DON’T go swimming, rafting or snorkeling more than 50 yards off-shore.• Do have a great time in Virginia Beach.• Don’t forget to come back!
FIND-A-KIDPROGRAM
Many of the hotels and motels in Virginia Beach participate in the Find-A-Kid Wristband Program. This free and voluntary program helps parents quickly locate children that wander off from their families by providing an identification wristband at the front desk to children 10 and under.
ASK YOUR HOTEL IF THEY PARTICIPATE IN THEFIND-A-KID PROGRAM