Willoughby Spit Travel Guide
Norfolk
Visit Willoughby Spit
Popular places to visit
Naval Station Norfolk
Tour the world’s largest naval complex and see some of the U.S. Navy’s most powerful ships.
Old Dominion University
Enjoy the student vibe at Old Dominion University during your visit to Norfolk. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Norfolk State University
Enjoy the student vibe at Norfolk State University during your visit to Norfolk. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Waterside District
A riverside district with restaurants, bars and nightclubs stands beside a scenic park and promenade with cycle and running lanes.
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.
Virginia Zoo
A popular zoo as famous for its wild kingdom of animals as it is for an outstanding collection of themed gardens.
Things to do
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Willoughby Spit
Budget Inn Norfolk Va
Clean room, very nice staff, everything works. Ideal location near bus hub, shopping and parks.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
Room is clean. We love the ocean front view.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
Very nice staff, with the exception of one person. Nice room, beautiful view, nice breakfast food and eating area.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Oceanaire Virginia Beach
The staff we really friendly
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Ocean Beach Club Virginia Beach
Viv was amazing!!!!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG
Great staff, great suites - still our go-to.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Willoughby Spit
Willoughby Terrace
Though Willoughby Terrace may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ocean View Beach and Sarah Constant Shrine Beach.
Ocean View
While there might not be top attractions in Ocean View, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ocean View Beach and Norfolk Beaches.
Fleet
Visitors to Fleet enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Naval Station Norfolk is worth a stop.
Cottage Line
If you're spending some time in Cottage Line, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Bayview
While Bayview isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Beaches and Ocean View Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cottage Park
If you're spending some time in Cottage Park, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.
