There are a few choices for cruises out of Virginia Beach. The oceanfront city is a natural place to enjoy a day cruise.
If you're looking for an overnight ocean-going cruise, you want one of the cruises from Norfolk VA, which is a busy port next to Virginia Beach. Cruises to the Bahamas are available from there in the spring and fall.
The Virginia Aquarium whale-watching cruises and dolphin-watching cruises are popular boat trips from Virginia Beach. The 2-hour trips may see whales, dolphins, seals and birds. Staff and volunteers help you understand the wildlife.
Rudee Tours dolphin-watching cruises also leave from Virginia Beach. The boat trip is 90 minutes on a 65-foot catamaran. A snack bar has food and drinks. The same company operates the Rudee Rocket speed boat cruises along the oceanfront. It's a fast, fun boat ride.
For something completely different, try Captain Jack's Pirate Ship Adventure cruise. The pirate boat goes along the oceanfront and includes pirate fights and treasure hunts for kids. It is a cruise from Virginia Beach.