Went to The Surge with my kiddo and we had an absolute blast! The place is huge and there's music…read moreplaying in the background which really adds to the fun atmosphere. There's so much to do and they even offer party hosting if you're looking for a spot to celebrate. We played for about an hour and a half and spent around $40 for the both of us (including socks, I think). One thing I really appreciated was the area reserved for kids three and under it's nice knowing the little ones have a safe space away from the bigger kids. Overall, we had a great experience. My only downside was the restroom it was pretty disgusting, smelled bad, and definitely wasn't clean. Other than that we really enjoyed our time and would come back.

I went in with very low expectations after reading the reviews. I went for a kids birthday party on…read morea Saturday afternoon. It was exactly what you would think. Kids everywhere, very loud and lots for them to do. It did look like a lot of fun. They have sections for the younger kids - 4 and under. Lots of trampolines and foam pits and climbing walls and hoops, dodgeball.....It did seem like the lines were long to get into the place - tickets, socks etc. There was a place to buy water and soda and also what looked like a room in the back for birthday parties. Couches and tables throughout but hard to get on a busy day. I did see staff walking around. I am sure parents like taking there kids here - they probably sleep hard later.

Great dolphin tour Captain was clearly experienced…read moreStaff was friendly Boat was clean and in good working order Seen lots of dolphins

We recently stopped in while visiting family in the Virginia Beach area. The aquarium has several…read moremarine life options for viewing. The sea turtle was by far our favorite. The walk through tank tunnel is a very cool experience. However I felt like compared to other aquariums across the country that we have visited, this one just fell short.

Four Stars for the Ferris Wheel & four stars for the employee who was running the water gun race…read morefor prizes. They were the saving grace of the park. My cousin was visiting from out of town and he had mentioned it would be cool if there was a ferris wheel near the ocean. The ferris wheel here came to mind. As long as I've lived here I had always passed by it but never rode it. Upon entering my cousin got excited about the (water gun) game. The employee running it was pleasant and we got a bunch of smiles out of him. It was really fun and my cousin won a super cute tiger for a family member of ours. It came with a hefty price tag though. Before we even played I told him he would be better off just buying a stuffed animal in a store. But the prize he was seeking ticked off all the boxes. Plus there's a fun, enjoyable story to tell behind it. It cost $30 total to win. Yeah I know. It actually was truly enjoyable but if he hadn't been visiting I would have never came to check out this Fun Park. After that we rode the ferris wheel which was a good time as well. You are able to see the ocean from it, which was nice. It was great to have a different perspective of VA Beach. Tickets were roughly $6 a piece. Each ride takes a certain number of tickets and you purchase them at the ticket booth right across from it as well for tickets to other rides. You get 3 full rides around on the wheel. We were the only ones on it too. They do accept credit card but they tack on a 3.5 % service charge to do so. We roamed the rest of the park just to check it out. The other rides look pretty beat. It was so quiet in there, for me that's a plus because there were no crowds and it was rather peaceful. However, it was so quiet that when we looked around I didn't notice the ride attendants standing around their station. They looked like permanent fixtures of the rides. It was eerily quiet for a fun park on a September Sunday afternoon. It would've been a perfect backdrop setting for the beginning of a zombie apocalypse movie. It felt like a place where hopes and dreams come to die. What actually brought life to the park were the colorful, beautiful hibiscus flowers dispersed throughout the grounds. We spent roughly 30-45 minutes there. There aren't many rides and they could use some sprucing up. It has potential. It also has a high price point because it's at the oceanfront.

For what it's worth, Atlantic Fun Park is a good experience for kids and parents. The rides,…read moretreats, and games are just good enough to put a smile on kids faces. I'd even go as far as saying this is a good place for a date night for young and mature as it is a casual environment and the expectations are overachieving. If you love 80s vibe carnival settings, this carnival is for you. The carnival isn't vast, however, the rides and games are strategically situated in the right places. I normally don't do carnival ferris wheels, however, this ferris wheel was a very good experience and worth it. The wheel circles high enough to get a good high view of the skyline of Virginia Beach at night. The ride and game attendants were also friendly. Overall a good experience.

Awesome place for the whole family. There is a lot for all ages. The staff is great too.read more

Took the family this week while on a VA Beach vacay. The reviews looked promising but turns out it…read morelooked like a ghost town that needed a HUGE renovation. There were very few guests and the price was pretty expensive for the small experience. We ended up choosing not to do the 3hr wristband for $70 (couldn't see spending that amount of time here) but did enjoy the quick trip around the half mile track.

I love this place. The staff is so friendly and so helpful. I need a lot of help. Idk why. I just…read moredo. They're always there to help me and guide me. They also have great recommendations for which course to do next. I did have to use one of the emergency exits in one of the courses and they didn't make me feel like a failure. They validated that it was an actual hard course and I made the right choice. I just love coming here.

The staff is super friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. Everyone seemed to be in a good mood and…read morevery swift to assist. They are very much safety first and if at any time you need something, they strongly encourage you to let them know. The obstacle courses are challenging and you will need to have somewhat of an athletic background or are physically able to start and finish it they do have about six different levels so you can either practice and work your way up or if you're already advanced, you can jump right into your comfort level.

This location is probably the best one in the Hampton Roads area!…read more It's massive and boasts 2 major slides, a toddler jungle gym area, a bouncy soccer & basketball court, an interactive Wii like game, a foam pit, single basketball game lanes & lots of spaces to host birthday parties. On the weekends it's super busy and a little over stimulating but on the weekdays it's pretty perfect. I personally have to wear AirPods while I'm here because the music is blasted so loud. The staff is usually pretty friendly & consists mostly of high school or young aged employees. I'm a big supporter of their memberships. We can visit every single day with our yearly membership. If you're debating visiting this place, just give it a try. It's fun for all ages! I even love to jump myself + it's a fun workout!

This place is RIDICULOUS . So extremely overpriced. They completely take advantage of you if you…read moredon't buy a season pass (which is also a scam). Don't give them your money. They said 2 yr and under was free but then made me pay for an adult pass so my 1.5 year old could jump. The socks were $7 a piece (for 3 of us) . It cost me over $70 for two of my small kids to jump for 2 hours. INSANE. Go to another jump park in town that's half the price and frankly more fun.

This park is located right off of the Boardwalk. There is metered street parking and a few…read morecommercial lots within walking distance that you can park at. The meters cost about $2/ hour and the lots vary in price. There is a restroom facility right across the boardwalk from it, which is a plus. This play park is the epitome of accesible parks. It is titled the "Park for Everybody". The amazing park/play area is 15,000 square feet and features wheelchair accessible entrances. It was built in honor of Josh Thompson, an avid beach lover, who lost his battle with ALS. Josh's family wanted to go to the beach, but he stayed behind because of the difficulty of getting his wheelchair to the beach, across the sand and down to the surf. The park is very nice and has a huge jungle gym with a couple of slides, a sculptural of a dolphins, a surfboard, and a wave that children can play on, raised sand tables for sandcastle building at an accessible height, a sensory board for autistic children, Sway Fun glider, and a pebble walk. What I find really cool is that they have fully accessible playground -beach wheelchairs available at no charge, on a first come, first served basis (only during season though). You will also find some cement pads here, with post marking the spots, that are covered with a little sand, making playing in the sand more accessible. Just outside of the park is a nice statue of a man and young boy holding surf boards. The sculpture is on top of a granite base that has the names of donors and the inspiration behind the park inscribed on it. Definitely worth a look. This first of its kind park is a very nice addition to VIrginia Beach's Boardwalk. It is accessible and fun for all kids to play on. They do suggest that it is best for kids aged 5 to 12. I love everything about this park. There should be more of these around.

Grommet Island Park is a well-frequented, moderate to large playground located at the VB Oceanfront…read moreat the start of the Boardwalk. It has a playground, raised sand trays, and sculptures kids can play on and take photo opps with. It is also an accessible park. The park is very clean overall. -- The Playground -- The playground area with soft foam flooring to minimize injuries (under the sand that got blown over it) is best for younger elementary school aged children. With close supervision it's also good for younger children (note that there are small gaps in the openings along the playground system). The equipment is in mostly good condition with small areas of wear. There are a variety of slides and ways to climb up and access the slides, along with monkey bars and climbing activities. There are also raised, connected walkways connecting the system of slides and a lookout point. The playground is in partial sun with some sections fully shaded by canopies (pictured). -- Benches & Pavilions -- There is one built in table with benches by the front of the playground. There are several benches along the perimeter of the playground. -- Walking Areas -- This is less of a park and more of a large playground situated on a beach. -- Sporting Equipment -- There are no other equipment options other than the playground. -- Amenities -- There are no toilet amenities at the playground, but there are restrooms with plumbing located very close by: 2nd Street Restrooms, which has year-round operation and is managed by the City. -- Parking -- There is a municipal parking lot close by--2nd Street Parking Lot--where any visitors can park for a fee. The next closest lot is Rudee Loop Parking Lot (also a municipal parking lot with a fee). Both are located on Atlantic Ave. There is limited meter parking, too. Visitors to the area staying at the Oceanfront could also walk there. -- Things to Note -- During peak seasonal times, it's usually pretty busy with kids. There is no fence or physical boundary between the park and the water, but it is situated well enough away from the water that it didn't pose an immediate safety concern. -- Takeaways -- This is an large, accessible playground that is a nice option for my toddler when we visit the Boardwalk, and I can see it appealing to families visiting the beach who have kids with varying interests. The main attraction is its playground. If you are at the Boardwalk, it's worth a visit for children. It might not be worth it to you to go out of your way if you don't intend to visit the ocean or Boardwalk, too, or if you aren't interested in its accessibility features. Simply because paying for parking at the Oceanfront and sand in the kids shoes' could be a few minor drawbacks.

The location has moved next to Dave and Busters. Due to the cost, not an every visit type of thing,…read morebut fun for special occasions. Adults can ride, but kids need to be a certain height to ride alone. You're limited in where you can drive, just around the tot lot. That was disappointing, but we had fun anyway.

This was fun! We were walking around the mall and spotted these large stuffed animals on wheels. I…read moreasked the worker what they were. They are rides that the children control with a button. He said they could ride it for 10 minutes for $7.00. A little pricey, but it was my son's birthday. He gave them instructions on how far they could take them and not to go in any stores. Then, then chose their animal, and off they went. They had a ball! Fun way to kill time in the mall. By the way, adults can ride them too.