Seniors Do Some “Bay Dreaming” in Hampton

Discoveries have been integral to Hampton, Virginia since it was founded in 1610, making it the oldest continuously occupied English settlement in the United States. Seniors did you know that Hampton is also the original home of NASA, the agency responsible for leading America into the exploration of outer space?

Hampton is a vibrant waterfront community with a small town charm and a blend of yesterday, and is one of the 7 cities that make up Hampton Roads.  It’s an independent city with a population of 137,436 that is not part of any county in Southeast Virginia.

From the sea to the stars is a reminder of Hampton’s remarkable qualities, which create a thoroughly rewarding place for senior citizens to visit for business and pleasure. Whether you’re here for a just few hours or for several days, you’re sure to experience a “This is Hampton” moment that will stay with you for a long, long time.

Hampton remains a class unto itself where shopping is concerned, from boutiques to art galleries to malls and shopping centers. The Peninsula Town Center is world-renowned for unparalleled selection and convenience in its eclectic assortment of department stores, specialty shops, and restaurants.

Tourist Destination For Seniors

It’s not just a rich history that makes this such an interesting senior tourist destination. Just 30 miles away is Virginia Beach, and there are other beaches to choose from in the general area, so visitors can spend plenty of time with their feet in the sand.

The City of Hampton has two distinct areas with links to the Chesapeake Bay –  the downtown Hampton waterfront area and the Phoebus/Fort Monroe area. Both have many things for senior visitors to see and do, including museums, historic architecture, shops, and entertainment.

Hampton is located on the Virginia Peninsula in the Hampton Roads region of southeastern Virginia. It is bounded on the north and east by the Chesapeake Bay and on the south by the Hampton Roads Harbor.

One of the city’s most recognizable landmarks, Hampton Coliseum will be joined in 2011 by a 19-acre development with a live-performance theater and a new condominium development on a small lake next to the proposed Newmarket Creek trail system.

The historic downtown district touts quaint shops and sidewalk cafes. Downtown is the home of exciting area attractions including the Virginia Air and Space Center featuring the Riverside IMAX Theatre and the 1920’s Hampton Carousel, one of less than 200 antique carousels still operating in the United States.

 The Coastal Virginia – Hampton Roads region draws visitors of all ages year after year. So make plans to visit Hampton on your next trip to Virginia.. jeb