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

AU$213
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Norfolk Signature Dinner Cruise
Virginia Zoo

Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin

AU$62
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

AU$212
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Norfolk Signature Brunch Cruise
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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
The price is AU$260 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$260
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,035 reviews)
"Satisfied"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Norfolk Waterside Marriott
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 AU$367 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$367
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,086 reviews)
"Great experience. Desk staff and others were super friendly. Cannot ask for more."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG
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 AU$272 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$272
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,072 reviews)
I wanted more Quality
"I wasn’t impressed with the customer service or friendliness. My room key had to be reset twice and they tried to check me out a day earlier. We had to wait awhile when requested for towels and wash clothes. I think the rooms could have been cleaner and the sofa mattress should have been in better ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Ascend Hotel Collection
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 AU$359 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$359
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (2,210 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and patient, great location for the beach and for beach strip. My family ended up arriving early and was able to check in. Only issue was the air would go up in temperature at night."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront), VA
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! (1,333 reviews)
"some questionable light stains on the sheets and the doors are not sealed so the floor and surfaces were wet from the humidity because there was a gap in the door when it closed. even when locked. very big and nice place to stay. staff was super nice !!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

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Oceans 2700
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront

4 out of 5
3001 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA
The price is AU$425 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$425
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Virginia Beach. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a beach locale, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great views from our room Overpriced parking rates! Balcony chairs had a leftover cleaning solution that was transferred to my pants within 1hour of our arrival while taking in area/views they brought us 1 chair to replace 2"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
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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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