Riverside Travel Guide

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Mariner\'s Museum featuring art and interior views
Mariner\'s Museum featuring interior views
Mariner\'s Museum featuring interior views
Mariner\'s Museum featuring interior views, signage and a statue or sculpture
Mariner\'s Museum which includes interior views

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Mariner\'s Museum which includes signage

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.

Mariner's Museum
Christopher Newport University

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.

Christopher Newport University
Huntington Park

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.

Huntington Park
Huntington Beach

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.

Huntington Beach

Ferguson Center for the Arts

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ferguson Center for the Arts during your trip to Newport News. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Ferguson Center for the Arts

USS Monitor Center

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in USS Monitor Center in Newport News. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

USS Monitor Center

Activities

See these Tall Ships up close!

Jamestown Settlement American Revolution Museum 7-Day Ticket

AU$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jamestown Settlement American Revolution Museum 7-Day Ticket
Colonial Williamsburg Admission

Colonial Williamsburg Admission

AU$48
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Colonial Williamsburg Admission
View of Spirit of Norfolk

City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise

AU$175
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
The Original Ghost of Williamsburg Candlelight Walking Tour

The Original Ghost of Williamsburg Candlelight Walking Tour

AU$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Original Ghost of Williamsburg Candlelight Walking Tour
Our Merry Band of Characters, Sir Colin from England, Grace Sherwood the witch, Mr Pirate, Blackbeard, Maiden Lexi.

Williamsburg Ghosts, Witches and Pirates Tour

AU$34
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Williamsburg Ghosts, Witches and Pirates Tour
Williamsburg: The Patriots Historical Walking Tour

Williamsburg: The Patriots Historical Walking Tour

AU$38
per adult
Williamsburg: The Patriots Historical Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Riverside Hotel Deals

Embassy Suites by Hilton Hampton Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Hampton Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
1700 Coliseum Drive Hampton VA
The price is AU$156 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
AU$156
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Hampton. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,178 reviews)
Enjoyed my stay

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Hampton Convention Center
Hyatt Place Hampton Convention Center

Hyatt Place Hampton Convention Center

3 out of 5
1905 Coliseum Dr Hampton VA
The price is AU$164 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$164
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hampton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,331 reviews)
Breakfast was fresh and the up-keeping was great. Staff was very pleasant and room was clean

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hyatt Place Hampton Convention Center
Wyndham Garden Williamsburg Busch Gardens Area

Wyndham Garden Williamsburg Busch Gardens Area

3 out of 5
201 Water Country Pkwy Williamsburg VA
The price is AU$115 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
AU$115
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (422 reviews)
Staff

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Wyndham Garden Williamsburg Busch Gardens Area
Norfolk Waterside Marriott

Norfolk Waterside Marriott

3.5 out of 5
235 E Main St Norfolk VA
The price is AU$236 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
AU$236
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
The place was beautiful, quiet and everything was at our fingertips.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Sonesta Simply Suites Hampton

Sonesta Simply Suites Hampton

3 out of 5
401 Butler Farm Rd Hampton VA
The price is AU$137 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$137
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The stay was very welcoming, I will definitely refer this hotel to others.

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Sonesta Simply Suites Hampton
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

3.5 out of 5
700 Monticello Avenue Norfolk VA
The price is AU$140 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$140
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
The staff were very helpful. The hotel was beautiful

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
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