Historic Houses to Visit in Virginia Beach

Take a Stroll Through History

If you’re a person who enjoys history, there are several houses that you will want to visit. They reflect different time periods and offer a unique look into life in the early history of Virginia Beach.

Upper Wolfsnare House

The Upper Wolfsnare House was built by Thomas Walke III. You will be transported back to the days of Colonial America when you enter the crepe myrtle lane. You can feel the past as you walk the path Thomas Walke IV did, as one of two local representatives in the Virginia Convention to take part in ratifying the brand new Constitution. The house is the only historic house that is still privately owned and functioning in this area. Admission to the house is $4.00 for adults and $2.00 for children 5-17. You can contact them by calling (757) 491-3490 for more information or to arrange special group tours.

Other Houses You Won’t Want to Miss

There are several other houses that you can check out in the Virginia Beach area as well. Each with its own special appeal and period of time.

Here are just a few:

• Moses Myers House – 1792 Federal period – Jewish home
  331 Bank Street Norfolk VA  Contact: 757-664-6283
• Adam Thoroughgood House – museum, one of the oldest houses from the Colonial period 1636 Parish Road, Virginia BeachContact: 757-431-4000
• Lynnhaven House - example of 18th century Tidewater Virginia vernacular architecture -4401 Wishart Road, Virginia Beach Call - 757-460-1688.

Francis Land House – 3131 Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach plantation Contact 757-431-4000

These are just a few of the many historic houses in the Virginia Beach area. A history lover’s smorgasbord!