Ghent Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Chrysler Museum of Art
Be amazed by the breadth and quality of this collection of art and glasswork at a free museum in the heart of the city.
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 Scope
Catch an event at Norfolk Scope during your trip 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 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.
Activities
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
Our pick of the best Ghent Hotel Deals
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"I didn't like that I had to walk up 3 or 4 floors to get ice, which I couldn't find. That was a bad start. The room was nice, clean and comfortable - after we realized that your couldn't adjust the AC with a defect wall thermostat we just about froze until - duh - we realized you could turn it down ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Ocean Resort
"Nice beach front place. Excellent access to the beach."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Aqua Vista Resort Hotel
"When I got there they were giving my room away when I booked the hotel it was pay at property. I booked 3 nights and they told me they gave one night away. I had to go somewhere else for the third night. The place was dirty. The only good thing was the ocean view. Don’t waste your time."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Hampton Inn Virginia Beach-Oceanfront South
"Everything was great and location couldn't be beat"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
"Great staff in hotel! The valet parking staff took something out of my car!"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach Town Center by IHG
"Upon arriving , we had a late check in! When arrived the room smelled bad! Like sweat or mildew. Further inspection - One of the beds had a blood stain ( period blood) on it. So it looks like the duvet cover wasn’t washed because it was fresh. Like someone was in that room. We were able to get fresh ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Ghent
Downtown Norfolk
If you're spending time in Downtown Norfolk, check out sights like The NorVa or Chrysler Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Monticello Station or MacArthur Square Station.
East Ocean View
If you're spending some time in East Ocean View, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Willoughby Spit
If you're spending some time in Willoughby Spit, 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.
