Downtown Norfolk Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Moses Myers House which includes a city and a house
USS Wisconsin BB-64 which includes military items
Douglas MacArthur Memorial featuring a memorial
Moses Myers House which includes interior views
Downtown Norfolk

Popular places to visit

Waterside District

Waterside District

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

Waterside District
Norfolk Scope

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
Chrysler Hall

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
USS Wisconsin BB-64 featuring military items

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
Town Point Park featuring a city, a park and modern architecture

Town Point Park

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

Town Point Park
Nauticus National Maritime Center showing modern architecture and a city

Nauticus National Maritime Center

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

Nauticus National Maritime Center

Activities

Deck area aboard the Spirit of Norfolk Dinner Cruise in Virginia

Spirit of Norfolk Signature Dinner Cruise

NZ$186
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Norfolk Signature Dinner Cruise
Virginia Zoo

Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin

NZ$68
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
View of Spirit of Norfolk

Spirit of Norfolk Signature Brunch Cruise

NZ$186
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Norfolk Signature Brunch Cruise
Fishing Charters Activity in Virginia Beach

Fishing Charter in Virginia Beach

NZ$1,188
per traveller
Fishing Charter in Virginia Beach
Visit Norfolk's Perk Up Pass

Visit Norfolk's Perk Up Pass

NZ$28
per adult
Visit Norfolk's Perk Up Pass
Dolphin Tours Virginia Beach

Kayak Dolphin Experience in Virginia Beach Must know how to swim

NZ$159
per adult
Kayak Dolphin Experience in Virginia Beach Must know how to swim
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Our pick of the best Downtown Norfolk Hotel Deals

Norfolk Waterside Marriott

Norfolk Waterside Marriott

3.5 out of 5
235 E Main St, Norfolk, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$269 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$269
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"My first time in Norfolk. It's a beautiful city and the hotel was centrally located, across from the water and easy walking to eat and shop. The restaurant in the hotel was pretty good."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
5700 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA
The price is NZ$192 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$192
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,616 reviews)
"Love the area very nice"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Ascend Hotel Collection

Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Ascend Hotel Collection

3 out of 5
1101 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA
The price is NZ$200 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$200
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,071 reviews)
"Muy limpio y las personas muy amables"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Ascend Hotel Collection
Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG

3 out of 5
3900 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA
The price is NZ$316 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$316
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
"We had a great time. The kids loved the craft and movie rooms. Our views were great. Good experience over all. Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG
Oceans 2700

Oceans 2700

2.5 out of 5
2700 Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,368 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

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Oceans 2700
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 NZ$251 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$251
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,229 reviews)
"Love the view from my balcony, very convenient to the beach. Breakfast has good optioned in the morning. Parking is $10 per night which is acceptable for the location."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

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, Harrison Opera House and Chrysler Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

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 Harrison Opera House and Norfolk Scope.

Olde Huntersville
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Camellia Shores

While Camellia Shores isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Botanical Garden and Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center 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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