 Tourism produces a large share of Virginia Beach 's economy . With an estimated $ 857 million spent in tourism related industries , 14 @,@ 900 jobs cater to 2 @.@ 75 million visitors . City coffers benefit as visitors provide $ 73 million in revenue . Virginia Beach opened a Convention Center in 2005 which caters to large group meetings and events . Hotels not only line the oceanfront but also cluster around Virginia Beach Town Center and other parts of the city . Restaurants and entertainment industries also directly benefit from Virginia Beach 's tourism . 
