Downtown Newport News Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Newport News
Popular places to visit
Christopher Newport University
Explore the campus of Christopher Newport University as part of your travels around Newport News. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Huntington Park
After visiting Huntington Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport News. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mariner's Museum
View seagoing vessels from around the world, watch the restoration of historic ships and build your own virtual ironclad warship at this modern museum.
Huntington Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Huntington Beach during your trip to Newport News? Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Newport News City Hall
Newport News City Hall is just one of the places to see in Newport News, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Patrick Henry Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Patrick Henry Mall during your visit to Newport News. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Activities
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
Colonial Williamsburg Admission
Jamestown Settlement American Revolution Museum 7-Day Ticket
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
Our pick of the best Downtown Newport News Hotel Deals
Wingate by Wyndham Chesapeake
We felt uncomfortable during check-in, and by the time we were heading to our room, we had already decided never to stay there again. We had to wait a very long time to check-in, as did another person staying there who was requesting another refrigerator for his room because it was frozen solid. ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Room was clean, staff was friendly and accommodating
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Hampton Convention Center
Bathroom and room
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Hampton Convention Center
Never again
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Comfort Suites Airport
It was a beautiful room and clean , and a nice lobby, pretty good price and noce breakfast selection. Downside was the bathroom needs some work. Very low flow sink and shower. SinK faucet was so close to the edge of the sink. Rust stains on wall.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
I loved the hotel. The hallways were a little chilly as it is being remolded. But beautiful and the location is ideal.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Newport News
North End
Though North End may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Huntington Beach and Newport News City Hall.
Jefferson Park
While Jefferson Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Huntington Beach and The Newsome House Museum and Cultural Center.
Marshall
While Marshall may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Newport News City Hall and The Newsome House Museum and Cultural Center.
Newmarket
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Newmarket and surrounding area, you can visit Huntington Beach and Virginia War Museum.
Hilton Village
While there might not be top attractions in Hilton Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Skiffes Creek Redoubt and Huntington Beach.
Ivy Farms
While there might not be top attractions in Ivy Farms, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Virginia Living Museum and Mariner's Museum.
