Downtown Norfolk Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Waterside District
A riverside district with restaurants, bars and nightclubs stands beside a scenic park and promenade with cycle and running lanes.
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.
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.
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.
Town Point Park
Escape to an urban waterfront park for relaxation, historic appreciation and hours of fun-filled activities.
Nauticus National Maritime Center
Learn, touch and observe at the waterfront maritime science museum dedicated to Norfolk’s naval history.
Things to do
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin
Top hotels in Downtown Norfolk
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
We were able to get checked in an hour early which was great! The room was clean and had everything we needed, and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. The only downside was that we had to pay for parking but overall it was a great experience!
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
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Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
Great upgrade! We loved the snacks and coffee, valet was fast, great stay overall
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hilton Norfolk The Main
As usual, the Main did not disappoint. The rooms were impeccably clean, and the staff maintained a high level of professionalism throughout my stay. Parking was easily accessible, which added to the overall convenience. Both on-site restaurants were clean and offered delicious meals. This is, without ...
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
Clean rooms great breakfast
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Schooner Inn
Staff was great, rooms were clean, beach view with a hottub facing the ocean. If you want a top tier experience without breaking the bank, this room definitely blows the other hotels out of the water!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Norfolk
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bayview
While Bayview isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Beaches and Ocean View Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
