Willoughby Spit Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Willoughby Spit
Popular places to visit
Naval Station Norfolk
Tour the world’s largest naval complex and see some of the U.S. Navy’s most powerful ships.
Waterside District
A riverside district with restaurants, bars and nightclubs stands beside a scenic park and promenade with cycle and running lanes.
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 Botanical Garden
Walk among azaleas, camellias and rosebushes. Watch pelicans in flight and absorb the scents of exotic blooms.
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.
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.
Activities
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
Our pick of the best Willoughby Spit Hotel Deals
Budget Inn Norfolk Va
"This is probably the worst review I've ever wrote based on the exact name budget.. didn't realize how sad it was cause pictures online. Tell a whole different story very dirty outdated. We stayed three nights couldn't find anything else two towels very loud and staff was absolutely no help. I half ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Casa Del Mar
"I didn’t like none of this place all dirty and smells bad The pool was no open I reserved 2/3 nights and left at the first night because I couldn’t sleep in that nasty place"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"I enjoyed the stay. The indoor pool could have been larger bit enjoyable"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
"Ideal location on the beachfront. The beach is groomed early in the morning and is very well maintained. Breakfast is included and provides a good selection of hot and cold food. The room was very spacious and spotlessly clean with a great view of the beach. The front desk staff were terrific and ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
"Accessibility to the beach is a plus, we got the ocean view room and my kids loved it. Although we didn’t go to the pool i wish they would have maintained its cleanliness regularly."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"The room and ocean view were incredible. One of the elevators were out of service. Only a minor inconvenience. The pillows and toilet paper sucked. Everything else was great. Overall an awesome experience"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Willoughby Spit
Willoughby Terrace
Though Willoughby Terrace may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ocean View Beach and Sarah Constant Shrine Beach.
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.
Fleet
Visitors to Fleet enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Naval Station Norfolk is worth a stop.
Cottage Line
If you're spending some time in Cottage Line, 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.
Cottage Park
If you're spending some time in Cottage Park, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.
