Verizon Wireless Amphitheater: Stay in Virginia Beach, Not Hampton

For shows at the Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater (formerly Verizon Wireless Amphitheater) in Virginia Beach, staying in Virginia Beach is clearly better than Hampton, VA.

Advantages of Virginia Beach

• Proximity: Venue is in Virginia Beach. Walking distance or short ride from oceanfront hotels.
• Transport: Rideshare, taxis, Wave Transit bus, bike paths. No bridge-tunnel needed.
• Lodging Variety: Oceanfront resorts, budget motels, Airbnbs, campgrounds.
• Dining/Entertainment: Boardwalk, Town Center, ViBe Creative District—pre/post-show options.

Hampton Drawbacks

• ~25 miles away (35–50 min via I-64 + HRBT—often congested).
• Fewer direct transit options.
• Smaller hotel/dining selection.
• Bridge-tunnel toll ($2.50+ each way).

Only stay in Hampton if you have other business there or find a significantly better deal—and accept the commute.