Downtown Norfolk Travel Guide

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Moses Myers House featuring a house and a city

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Waterside District

A riverside district with restaurants, bars and nightclubs stands beside a scenic park and promenade with cycle and running lanes.

Waterside District
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Norfolk Scope

Catch an event at Norfolk Scope during your trip to Norfolk. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Norfolk Scope
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USS Wisconsin BB-64

Walk the decks and corridors of a World War II battleship, a floating fortress that also saw action in the Korean and Gulf Wars.

USS Wisconsin BB-64
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Nauticus National Maritime Center

5/5(1 review)

Learn, touch and observe at the waterfront maritime science museum dedicated to Norfolk’s naval history.

Nauticus National Maritime Center
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Town Point Park

Escape to an urban waterfront park for relaxation, historic appreciation and hours of fun-filled activities.

Town Point Park
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Chrysler Hall

Lovers of the arts, including the symphony and theatrical shows, will appreciate this revered performing arts center, the heart of the city’s cultural life.

Chrysler Hall

Things to do

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Spirit of Norfolk Signature Dinner Cruise

£100
Per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Norfolk Signature Dinner Cruise
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Spirit of Norfolk Signature Brunch Cruise

£83
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Norfolk Signature Brunch Cruise
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Norfolk: Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin Combo Ticket

£30
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Norfolk: Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin Combo Ticket
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Norfolk: Electric Bike Rental

£53
Per adult
Norfolk: Electric Bike Rental
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Fishing Charter in Virginia Beach

£455
Per adult
Fishing Charter in Virginia Beach
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Neptune Ghosts: Ghosts of the Coast By US Ghost Adventures

£19
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Neptune Ghosts: Ghosts of the Coast By US Ghost Adventures
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Top hotels in Downtown Norfolk

Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown
3 out of 5
520 Plume street, Norfolk, VA
Fully refundable
The price is £109 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
£109
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
would recommend.
"nice stay. the only problem was my room was not ready in time. i used this hotel for convenience to the National. very quick walk."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
3.5 out of 5
700 Monticello Avenue, Norfolk, VA
The price is £124 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
£124
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6/10 (1,012 reviews)
Will stay again!
"After a mixup of ADA room, it was quickly taken care of. All ADA rooms were no equipped with proper height toilet. Really important when can’t walk but can transfer. Otherwise room was spacious and clean. Parking was a little strange with elevator not accommodating parking lot. Attended concert next ..."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
3.5 out of 5
777 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA
The price is £124 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£124
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Excellent costumer service, not great location."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
Hilton Norfolk The Main
Hilton Norfolk The Main
4 out of 5
100 East Main Street, Norfolk, VA
The price is £210 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
£210
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy 3 restaurants, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice location for activities. Nice view of the river."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Hilton Norfolk The Main
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
3.5 out of 5
235 E Main St, Norfolk, VA
The price is £140 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
£140
per night
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront), VA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront), VA
3 out of 5
1801 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA
The price is £179 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
£179
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,852 reviews)
Family Vacation
"This was the perfect hotel for my family of 4. We stayed in a suite with a small sitting area that had a fold out couch. There was a separate bedroom with two queen beds. There is a parking garage that you can access from the same floor as your room. This made it so convenient to leave our beach ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront), VA
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Norfolk

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West Freemason

While you're in West Freemason, take in top sights like Hunter House Victorian Museum and jump on the metro at York Street-Free Mason Station to see more of the city.

West Freemason
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Norfolk Auto Row Historic District

While Norfolk Auto Row Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Chrysler Museum of Art and Norfolk Scope are some notable places to visit nearby.

Norfolk Auto Row Historic District
Chrysler Museum of Art which includes interior views and art

Ghent

While Ghent isn't home to many top sights, Chrysler Museum of Art and Harrison Opera House are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ghent
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Olde Huntersville

While Olde Huntersville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Norfolk Scope and Harrison Opera House.

Olde Huntersville
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Camellia Shores

While Camellia Shores isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Botanical Garden and Norfolk Premium Outlets are some notable places to visit nearby.

Camellia Shores
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Bayview

While Bayview isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Beaches and Ocean View Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bayview

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