Ghent Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
If Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Norfolk.
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Activities
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
Our pick of the best Ghent Hotel Deals
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
Prefect stay
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel
We had a room on the 7th floor right on the boardwalk with a perfect view of the ocean. The ice and vending machines were directly across from our room and they have a nice club/restaurant on the ground floor that leads right out to the boardwalk. The only downside is the parking is around the block ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Ocean Beach Club Virginia Beach
Our stay was amazing! Staff was extremely friendly and courteous. Our room was clean . We had a city view but that was perfectly fine as we were right on the beach. Lastly our only complaint was the size of the bed. We booked for a queen and the bed was definitely a full size bed. Other than that ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Schooner Inn
The staff here is excellent. I’ve traveled quite a bit, and whenever I visit Virginia Beach, this is one of my favorite places to stay for four reasons: the in-room hot tubs, the beautiful sunrise views, the sunsets, and watching the dolphins and surfers. The location is also wonderful — it’s just ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
Hotel was wonderful! Allows dogs which was very helpful for us. Oceanfront rooms are all glass with balcony and right on the ocean. Boardwalk is right out front and 3 miles long. Great breakfast buffet with both hot and cold items. Lots of bars, restaurants within walking distance. Aquarium was only ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Oceanaire Virginia Beach
Everything
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ghent
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.
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.
Downtown Norfolk
If you're spending time in Downtown Norfolk, check out sights like The NorVa or Norva Theater and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Monticello Station or MacArthur Square Station.
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.
Fleet
Visitors to Fleet enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Naval Station Norfolk is worth a stop.
Bayview
While Bayview isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Beaches and Ocean View Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
