Hampton Roads & Coastal Virginia
Hampton, Virginia
Independent city
Peninsula waterfront, Fort Monroe and Langley
Hampton is an independent city on the Virginia Peninsula, home to Langley Air Force Base, Hampton University and the Virginia Air and Space Science Center. Its waterfront and historic Phoebus district anchor the city.
History & Local Character
One of the oldest continuously occupied English settlements in the country, Hampton was settled in 1610 and later grew around seafood, military installations and Hampton University.
Housing & Real Estate
Historic homes near downtown, mid-century neighborhoods and newer construction in the north make Hampton one of the peninsula's more affordable cities.
Restaurants & Shopping
Downtown Hampton and Phoebus hold locally owned restaurants and breweries, with waterfront spots near the marina and more along Mercury Boulevard.
Schools & Education
Hampton City Schools serves the city, with several magnet programs across the division.
Parks & Recreation
Fort Monroe National Monument, Sandy Bottom Nature Park, Buckroe Beach and Bluebird Gap Farm give the city an unusual mix of history and coast.
Transportation & Accessibility
I-64, US 258 and the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel serve the city, with Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport nearby.
Local Businesses
Seafood restaurantsBreweriesBarber shopsLocal markets
Nearby Attractions
- Virginia Air and Space Science Center
- Fort Monroe National Monument
- Buckroe Beach
- Sandy Bottom Nature Park
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Affordable
- Beaches and Fort Monroe
- Central Peninsula location
Considerations
- Bridge-tunnel congestion
- Older housing stock
- Some commercial corridors need renewal
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hampton part of a county?
No. Hampton is an independent city on the Virginia Peninsula and belongs to no county.