Onancock  
 "Coolest Small Town in America" -Budget Travel

Onancock is a small historic town located on the Chesapeake Bay. Great restaurants, antique shopping and entertainment are all available within easy walking distance of The Spinning Wheel B&B. We are located in Onancock’s historic residential district, just 3 blocks from the town wharf and the deep water Onancock Creek. The creek and the Chesapeake Bay offer a variety of water sports and excursions, including the ferry to Tangier Island. If you arrive by boat, let us know and we’ll meet you at the wharf! 
Onancock is centrally located and a great place from which to visit all the beautiful towns of the Eastern Shore. Check out the town's site for more information. 
Ker Place, Historic Home
Onancock Open Air Market, Saturday Mornings
At Altitude Gallery
​Bizzotto's Gallery Cafe
Blarney Stone Pub
Burnham Guides
​Charlotte Hotel & Restaurant 
Corner Bakery
Crockett Gallery
Danny Doughty Art
Dawn's Unique Shop for Woman and Home

Ker Place & Eastern Shore of Virginia's Historical Society
Market Street Grill
​Maurice Restaurant
​North Street Playhouse
​Red Queen Gallery
​Roseland Theater
​Scoops Ice Cream and Sandwich Shop​
​​Timothy Smith & Sons Antiques

At the Onancock Wharf:
Mallards Restaurant  
​Burnham Guides Paddling Adventures 
​Tangier Island Ferry

Wachapreague

This little city by the sea is the perfect place for ocean adventures and is approximately 30 minutes south of Onancock. Kayaking, fishing, boating to the barrier islands are all available. The Island House restaurant is the place to see the beautiful water and grab an excellent seafood dinner. The fireman's summer carnival is always a good time.
Island House Restaurant

Chincoteague &
​Assateague Island

Located approximately 40 minutes north of Onancock, Chincoteague is a must see town that is world famous for it's summer pony swim. There are several restaurants, ice cream parlors and boutiques to shop. Cross the short bridge to Assateague National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy a beach day!
Photo courtesy of National Geographic
Assateague Island
NASA's Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center

Cape Charles

Historic Cape Charles has a lot to offer. The public beach and free parking are the perfect solution to an easy beach day, while the downtown shopping and dining places are within walking distance. 

Oyster Farm at King's Creek
Breezes Day Spa & Boutique



Stops on/near Route 13

Barrier Island Center
Blue Crab Bay Company
​Blue Crow Antique Mall
The Book Bin
​Broadwater Bay Ecotours
Capt. John Smith Chesapeake National water trail 
​  Chatham Vineyards & Winery
Cherrystone Aqua Farms & Tours
Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel
Eastern Shore Adventures
​Eastern Shore Art League
Eastern Shore Yacht Club & Country Club
​Exmore's Antique Emporium
Exmore Diner
The Gallery at Eastville
The Great Machipongo Clam Shack
High Point Glassworks
Kiptopeke State Park
Machipongo Trading Company
Maplewood Gardens​​
​Turner Sculpture
Virginia Hang Gliding

Walking Distance from the Spinning Wheel B&B
Owner Miguel Bizzotto in front of his fabulous restaurant Bizzotto's. Downtown Onancock.
The Roseland Theater is a great place to see new movies and monthly foreign films. Check the website for showtimes.
Timothy Smith & Sons is the place to check for a special antique or art piece for those who collect rare valuables. 
Willie Crockett's Gallery is a stop you don't want to miss. This renowned Eastern Shore Artist has a collection you are bound to fall in love with. 
Great Food in a relaxing atmosphere. Check out the menu online by clicking the link below. 
Scoops Ice Cream and Sandwich Shop is the perfect destination for a walk while it's nice out! Outdoor and indoor seating!
The Charlotte Hotel & Restaurant is the perfect place for a fine meal and glass of wine in the heart of Onancock. 
The Blarney Stone Pub is a great place to join friends and enjoy an evening on the outdoor patio.
The North Street Playhouse always has something spectacular to see. Check out shows and times on their site below. 
The Red Queen Gallery is located on the corner of Market and North Street and offers locals as well as tourists a wonderful variety of local art. Find souvenirs, hand made pottery, hand made jewelry, and fine paintings at this eclectic gallery. 
The Danny Doughty Art Gallery is a newly renovated space that will blow you away. 
An Eastern Shore collection to find something special. Gifts, jewelry, great ladies and kid's fashions! There's always something new!
Want to try a local wine? How about some gourmet olive oil? North Street Market is the place to find special gifts, gourmet fresh goods, or just a refreshing iced coffee. 
Have a sweet tooth? This place gets busy Saturday mornings! Everything is delicious.