Downtown Newport News Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Newport News City Hall
Newport News City Hall is just one of the places to see in Newport News, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Patrick Henry Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Patrick Henry Mall during your visit to Newport News. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Colonial Williamsburg Admission
Jamestown Settlement American Revolution Museum 7-Day Ticket
A Day Full of Fun at Virginia Living Museum
Williamsburg: The Patriots Historical Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Newport News
Wingate by Wyndham Chesapeake
Room was good and breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Briana was very nice and courteous at check-in.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Hampton Convention Center
Staff was nice,
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Hampton Convention Center
Was great!
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Comfort Suites Airport
We Enjoyed Our Visit Beds Were Comfortable
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
Pleasant room. Very Clean. Wonderful view. Delightful staff. Excellent burger in restaurant.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Newport News
North End
Though North End may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Huntington Beach and Newport News City Hall.
Jefferson Park
While Jefferson Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Huntington Beach and The Newsome House Museum and Cultural Center.
Marshall
While Marshall may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Newport News City Hall and The Newsome House Museum and Cultural Center.
Newmarket
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Newmarket and surrounding area, you can visit Huntington Beach and Virginia War Museum.
Hilton Village
While there might not be top attractions in Hilton Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Skiffes Creek Redoubt and Huntington Beach.
Ivy Farms
While there might not be top attractions in Ivy Farms, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Virginia Living Museum and Mariner's Museum.
