Tourism statisticsCity2026
Virginia Beach Tourism Statistics: 14.1M Visitors in 2023
Virginia Beach, United States, recorded 14.1 million visitors in 2023, City of Virginia Beach reports. AirROI estimates 30,618 Airbnb stays in Virginia Beach in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was July, and the quietest was January.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 185,189
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 6.0 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- July
- From within the United States, among guests who left a review
- 97.3%
Key facts
Virginia Beach Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- City of Virginia Beach puts Virginia Beach at 14.1 million visitors in 2023.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Virginia Beach at 30,618 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Virginia Beach added up to 185,189 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Virginia Beach lasted 6.0 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 60 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks July the busiest Airbnb month in Virginia Beach in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by August and June, with January the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the five busiest Airbnb months in Virginia Beach ran unbroken from May to September in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Virginia Beach in July were booked furthest ahead, about 84 days, against 29 days for January, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 97.3% of Virginia Beach Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States.
- Among Virginia Beach Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Richmond was the top origin city at 3.9%, and Virginia Beach itself came second at 3.5%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Virginia Beach 2nd for Airbnb stays among the 43 towns it lists in Virginia in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Virginia Beach?
City of Virginia Beach counted 14.1 million visitors in 2023.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14.1 millionVisitors | Domestic and international visitors to Virginia Beach | 2023 | City of Virginia Beach |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach had 1,388 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 30,618 stays and 185,189 nights. A typical stay lasted 6.0 nights and was booked about 60 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 1,388
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 30,618
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 185,189
- Typical stay
- 6.0 nights
- Booked ahead
- 60 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Virginia Beach?
On Airbnb, July was the busiest month in Virginia Beach in the 12 months to October 2026, then August and June. January was the quietest. The five busiest months run unbroken from May to September.
July ranks first, January last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: July, August, June, September, May, March, October, April, December, November, February, January.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| July | 12.1% | 84 days |
| August | 12.0% | 72 days |
| June | 11.0% | 78 days |
| September | 9.4% | 55 days |
| May | 8.8% | 55 days |
| March | 7.7% | 45 days |
| October | 7.4% | 47 days |
| April | 7.4% | 41 days |
| December | 6.4% | 40 days |
| November | 6.4% | 53 days |
| February | 5.8% | 30 days |
| January | 5.7% | 29 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Virginia Beach Airbnb Guests Come From?
Nearly all Virginia Beach Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States (97.3%), AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Richmond was the top origin city at 3.9%, and Virginia Beach itself came second at 3.5%. The figures rest on 89,759 reviews, written over many years.
97.3% from within the United States
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From within the United States 97.3%
- From abroad 2.7%
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Virginia Beach
How many tourists visit Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach had 14.1 million visitors in 2023, according to City of Virginia Beach. AirROI estimates 30,618 Airbnb stays in Virginia Beach in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Virginia Beach?
The busiest Airbnb month in Virginia Beach in the 12 months to October 2026 was July, then August and June. The five busiest months run from May to September.
What is the quietest month in Virginia Beach?
January was the quietest Airbnb month in Virginia Beach in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and February ranked 11th. Stays in January were booked about 29 days ahead, against 84 days for July.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Virginia Beach?
A typical Airbnb stay in Virginia Beach lasted 6.0 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 60 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 3.8 nights in September to 6.5 nights in February.
Where do Airbnb guests in Virginia Beach come from?
Of Virginia Beach Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 97.3% were from within the United States, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Richmond at 3.9%, and Virginia Beach itself came second at 3.5%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. City of Virginia Beach counts visitors (14.1 million in 2023). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 30,618 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 30,618 stays at 6.05 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 89,759 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.