Whether you are driving north or south, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel showcases the mighty surge of the Atlantic Ocean, the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay, and the soaring grace of an engineering marvel.  Both a tourist attraction and a travel convenience, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel connects Virginia's Eastern Shore with the Virginia mainland at Virginia Beach near Norfolk.

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The Chesapeake Bay is home to many different species of birds, waterfowl and other sea creatures. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled as you travel across the facility...you just might see some of our friends. Click Here to view sightings!