Bayview Travel Guide
Norfolk
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.
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.
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.
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.
Virginia Zoo
A popular zoo as famous for its wild kingdom of animals as it is for an outstanding collection of themed gardens.
Things to do
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Bayview
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
Rooms were clean, beds were ok, bathroom shower took FOREVER to walm up. Door of bathroom is a sliding door which wasn’t great, the door kept coming off the rail. Breakfast also just ok, not well stocked through the morning, pretty boring and tasteless sadly. Old hotel I think they are trying to ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Surfbreak Virginia Beach Oceanfront, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Hotel was clean. The outside is very dated and the windows on the front were dirty. The staff was very nice. Really no amenities to talk about. No breakfast and the coffee station was pretty basic. I would stay again.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hilton Vacation Club Ocean Beach Club Virginia Beach
Although the room was clean it had a bad cigarette smell. Everything else about was great. Indoor heated pools/Jacuzzi, free washing/dryer and convenient to local eats sitting on the beach.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Schooner Inn
The hotel is in a really good location as Virginia Beach is nearby. However, no shampoo or conditioner is provided; only bars of soap are included. The door is also hard to close as you have to pull/push quite hard.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
Great stay. Valet staff very courteous. Can't wait to return.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Overall, it was a great experience. Can’t beat a nice hotel directly on the beach. We had a minor blip, one of the hand towels had fresh mascara on it. The front desk staff quickly got us new ones plus additional towels. Rest of the room was spotless and the view from the 19th floor was absolutely ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bayview
Cottage Park
If you're spending some time in Cottage Park, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Cottage Line
If you're spending some time in Cottage Line, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.
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.
East Ocean View
If you're spending some time in East Ocean View, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.
North Camellia Acres
North Camellia Acres is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can plan an outing to Norfolk Botanical Garden and Little Creek Beach while you're in town.
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.
