Eastern Shore & Northern Neck
Onancock, Virginia
Town
A small harbor town of galleries and wharves
Onancock is an incorporated town in Accomack County on Virginia's Eastern Shore, with a historic downtown, a working harbor and ferry access across the bay to Tangier Island.
History & Local Character
Founded in 1680 as a colonial port, Onancock shipped produce and seafood across the Chesapeake for centuries.
Housing & Real Estate
Historic in-town homes and waterfront properties make up an affordable, slow-moving market.
Restaurants & Shopping
Market Street holds a compact cluster of locally owned restaurants and cafes, with the wharf area adding waterfront dining.
Schools & Education
Accomack County Public Schools serves the town.
Parks & Recreation
The town wharf and nearby Kiptopeke and Chincoteague refuges give residents water access and wildlife.
Transportation & Accessibility
US 13 and Route 179 connect the town to the rest of the Eastern Shore, with ferries departing for Tangier Island.
Local Businesses
RestaurantsArt galleriesFerry servicesSeafood markets
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Nearby Attractions
- Onancock Wharf
- Tangier Island ferry
- Historic downtown
- Kiptopeke State Park
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Affordable
- Historic harbor town
- Ferry to Tangier
Considerations
- Remote
- Limited services
- Aging housing
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you take a ferry from Onancock?
Yes. Seasonal passenger ferries run from Onancock to Tangier Island in the Chesapeake Bay.