I'm not really thrilled about the lighthouse. My mom makes me take her to see it whenever she's in town, but it isn't really much to write home about in my opinion. The true gem here is the base that lighthouse is situated on. Hundreds of trails run through Fort Story (which is neighboring First Landing State Park). I prefer... more

Lightkeeper John gave us the full indoctrination to the area - and then up we went! Beautiful view on a beautiful day. Be ready to truck up a few steps to get to the lighthouse and then up the spiral staircase to the top of the lighthouse. Fabulous view - and a sense of accomplishment when all is seen and... more

Cape Henry was amazing. We went there during sunset and the view was beautiful. The waves were so powerful it was breathtaking!! It is a MUST SEE when visiting virginia beach more

I visited the Cape Henry Lighthouse on my trip to Virginia Beach in December 2007, and had a lovely time there. It is true that you need to provide your ID and that your vehicle is searched as you enter, however, it is after all located on a military base, and we found the guards on duty very welcoming and... more

DON'T listen to the bad reviews! You're entering a US Militray base. As long as you're not an agressive person or a smart mouth and simply comply at the gate there's not reason to let that stop you! Guards are just doing their job. This light house is Beautiful and has the best gift shop! The views are stunning you... more

This is a re-direct to a previously posted review - I rated this attraction once but now realize that I rated the Cape Henry Lighthouse in the Norfolk section of TA. The Cape Henry Lighthouse(s) are actually located in Virginia Beach (literally right where the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay meet- hence the lighthouse(s). They are on a military... more

I had one of the worst tourist experiences in my life here. The guards, who were very rude and demanding searched my car against my will, ordered my friend and I to step out of the car when we had done nothing wrong and refused our entry because of a minor traffic violation regarding my liscence plate. The search took... more

Iam still amazed about the history of this lighthouse! It was worth going through the Army car inspection. WARNING - you need ID to go through, as we got send back to the hotel to get my (a passenger) drivers license. Our family was greeted by John, the Lighthouse keeper. He was extremely friendly and my kids took a liking... more

This is a nice a very nice historic light house. Very nice views from the top, has one of the nicer gift shops then some of the other light houses we have been to. The only negative thing to say about our visit here was the vehicle inspection they must do here because your entering a military base, which is... more