Activities for Big Kids in Virginia Beach

30 activities for kids ages 7 to 9 in Virginia Beach. More adventurous options with age ratings, cost estimates, and planning tips.

Highest rated: Kids Cove Playground, Cape Story Park, Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. 10 listings are free. 14 listings work for rainy days. Qualified listings include stroller access, cost estimates, and practical planning tips.

How to use this big kids list

Use the notes below to match the outing to age, weather, cost, and how much energy your family has. KidPaths is currently tracking 30 indexable picks for this page in Virginia Beach, VA, with details for cost, age fit, stroller access, weather backup, and parent logistics.

Quick fit

13 for infants, 21 for toddlers, 28 for little kids, 30 for big kids.

Weather and access

15 indoor or mixed-weather picks. 18 outdoor or partly outdoor picks. 13 stroller-friendly stops. 14 rainy-day backups.

Cost scan

10 free picks. 19 paid picks. Open the cards for family-of-4 cost notes and savings tips when we have them.

Top Picks

Kids Cove Playground
#1

Kids Cove Playground

4.8 stars

Kids Cove is one of the largest playgrounds in the Virginia Beach area, with multi-level climbing structures, slides, swings, and play areas sized for

Best for ages 0-10 , large community playground at Mount Trashmore ParkFreeOutdoor$0, free public playground within Mount Trashmore Park
Cape Story Park
#2

Cape Story Park

4.8 stars

Cape Story Park is a neighborhood park in one of Virginia Beach's most charming residential communities, Cape Story by the Sea near the North End. The

Best for ages 0-10 , neighborhood park in the Cape Story by the Sea communityFreeOutdoor$0, free neighborhood park
Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge
#3

Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge

4.8 stars

Children can look for turtles, frogs, deer, raccoons, otters, bobcat signs, and many birds while crossing boardwalks, marsh paths, dunes, and viewing

Ages 5-14 for short trails, wildlife spotting, nature photography, and ranger or education programsIndoor & Outdoor$5 total per vehicle when the seasonal vehicle fee is in effect from April 1-October 31
Fun Forest Playground
#4

Fun Forest Playground

4.8 stars

Fun Forest Playground is one of the better-known family destinations in Chesapeake, a large, well-equipped playground inside the 100+ acre Chesapeake

Best for ages 0-10 , large playground in Chesapeake City ParkFreeOutdoor$0, free public playground within Chesapeake City Park
iFLY VA Beach
#5

iFLY VA Beach

4.8 stars

Indoor skydiving is legitimately one of the more thrilling activities kids can do safely, and 'safely' is the key word that makes parents comfortable.

Best for ages 3 and up (with weight/health restrictions) , minimum age is 3 at most iFLY locationsIndoor$160-$260 total, iFLY first-time flyer packages run $40-65/person

Common Questions

What are the best activities for big kids (ages 7 to 9) in Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach has 30 activities rated for big kids (ages 7 to 9). Top picks: Kids Cove Playground, Cape Story Park, Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Fun Forest Playground, iFLY VA Beach.
Are there free big kids activities in Virginia Beach?
Yes. 10 of the 30 big kids-friendly activities in Virginia Beach are completely free, including Kids Cove Playground, Cape Story Park, Fun Forest Playground.
What indoor activities are good for big kids (ages 7 to 9) in Virginia Beach?
14 indoor or rainy-day activities in Virginia Beach are suitable for big kids (ages 7 to 9). Best rated: iFLY VA Beach, Military Aviation Museum, Nova Adventure Park.

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