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    Neptune's Park

    4.3 (107 reviews)
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    Jordan B.

    Neptune's Park is a must-visit if you're in Virginia Beach. That giant bronze statue of King Neptune? It's basically the Eiffel Tower or Big Ben of the Oceanfront; towering, iconic, and perfect for photos. I got an amazing pic there with my little brother that I'll always treasure. The park itself is a chill, grassy space right off the boardwalk, often buzzing with live music and people just soaking up the vibe. It's the perfect spot to relax after a stroll or while waiting for the next show to start, there's also beach access not too far from the park if you want to feel the sand in-between your toes, soak up the sun, or hop in the Atlantic Ocean. Surrounding the park is a whole world of things to do; plenty of places to eat, drink, and shop within walking distance. Whether you're in the mood for seafood, a cocktail, or something sweet, it's all right there. Great views, good energy, and that unforgettable Neptune statue this spot is a Coastal Virgina staple for tourists and locals alike.

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    Haley D.

    I went to Neptune Park to participate in the SOLD OUT She Crab Soup competition. It was a great experience. The restaurants really came out for this competition. There was even the Food Network doing a special! The only downfall was that the space was crowded! I definitely believe they should move it to a larger park either in VB or Norfolk. The winner was Tempt! 100000/10 recommend.

    Michael R.

    Where's Will Pharrell? I was visiting Virginia Beach in 40 degrees weather with a wind chill of "I can't feel my fingers!!!" I was hunting for this monument from the movie and wanted to check it out. See how accurate it compares to Lego bricks. :p It's a really nice sculpture and the backdrop just makes me awww struck. There's plenty of details to make this look like Neptune posed in real life for this. There are benches every few feet to sit back and enjoy. Or, you can lay a blanket on the beach. There was a couple on beach chairs feeding a swarm of seagulls. I suggest not camping out near them during feeding or else :p Overall five stars it's a great conversation piece and after you can visit the many shops and eateries in the area. Damn this is a long beach. M

    Kerry B.

    So very crowded and so very touristy. Not my idea of a good time. The statue was cool.

    Tank G.

    This is a small park located off of the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. There is metered street parking and a few commercial lots within walking distance that you can park at to visit here. The meters cost about $2/ hour and the lots vary in price depending on what is going on and the season. It consists of a gazebo, open green space and amphitheater on one side of the boardwalk and a large King Neptune Statue on the other. The park is surprising bigger than you would think, spanning 72,000 square feet. Most people are just fixated on the large statue anyway. and forget about the other side of the park. The amphitheater hosts a free Summer Concert Series in season. However, it was reduced to a makeshift skate park while I was there. It is well maintained and very picturesque. The massive Neptune statue though has to be the most photographed spot in Virginia Beach. It is somewhat the poster child of the beach and city. The statue stands 34 feet tall and is the creation of Paul DiPasquale, who made the piece in 2005. It was funded by contributions collected during the Neptune Festivals. Neptune stands watch over the amphitheater with his back to the Atlantic Ocean as he greets beach goers. The statue depicts Neptune standing high and mighty, holding his signature trident in his right hand and palming a turtle with his left, It is made of bronze and stone and has other prominent sea creatures such as fish and an octopus on the stone portion. The detail put into this statue is amazing. If you are in VA Beach you must get a photo here. But there will probably be a line. So, you more than likely will have to wait to jump in for a photo and someone will be giving you the stink eye to finish up so that they can get their photo after you. If you can visit only one attraction on the boardwalk, this should get the highest consideration. it may not be a long stop, but I highly recommend it.

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    Sylvie C.

    What a Sunday Funday that was! We parked right at the 2nd Street Parking Lot and trekked our way to the Neptune statue with two dogs in tow. The boardwalk area was surprisingly clean and nicely maintained. The statue is not much to look at, but something good to use as a turning point. It got too hot and too crowded by the time we got there to turn around. If you have anxious dogs or rescues who gets nervous easily, I suggest visiting early before 9 on a Sunday. It will be less crowded and have less bikers to freak out the dog. The area also does not allow dogs after Memorial Day. Something to keep in mind.

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    Shelby W.

    It's not really much of a 'park', but the Neptune Statue is so cool to see in-person! It's WAY bigger than what I expected after initially seeing photos on the internet. What makes it even better is that it sits right in front of the beach, so it makes for some awesome pictures. It almost seems to be the symbol of Virginia Beach. You can't visit the beach without seeing this statue up-close!

    Melissa B.

    Neptune Statue at Neptune Park on Boardwalk at Virginia Beach, VA. Great park to visit Free to enjoy. A favorite spot that brings back many memories from my childhood. Tony had never visited the park or the Virginia Beach boardwalk area. I love Virginia Beach VA and I have always had many great memories there.

    Rosa S.

    Very beautiful spot to stop by and take a quick family or Selfie :) Great small shops & restaurants around downtown walking distance & to enjoy the view of the beach.

    Valeri S.

    Love Neptune park. Grab a chair or a blanket and enjoy the concert all summer long time

    Scott H.

    Nice venue with a pretty awesome statue. Neptune's Park has been around for years although maybe by a different name. There's a small stage for live performance and a kid's jungle gym on the beach. Impossible to miss Neptune Park because there's an enormous statue of Neptune himself.

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    Amanda W.

    Five stars for this cool spot off the boardwalk! A great photo opp and a very nice well maintained park!

    Rebecca F.

    Very pretty sight to see! You should definitely head down the boardwalk to see and take pictures, such a nice piece of art!

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    Awesome statue! Kids loved it and nearby artwork. Regular movies on the beach nearby as well as fireworks twice a week.

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