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 great live music 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 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.
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.
Things to do
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Bayview
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"Stayed in the Jr. Executive Suite and loved the additional space the room offered. There are few photos but the 2nd floor suite (there are only 2 but the 2nd floor is the one I stayed in) has 2 separate balconies, ocean view, party over patio area, view is basically dead center of hotel with panoramic ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront
"It was perfect , clean and beautifull"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
"Clean room, staff, location"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
"Valet parking is a must.. the urgency and kindness the gentleman put in getting your vehicle -I give them a 10-. The staff at check in were nice, asked us what floor we preferred and north/or south side. The overall appearance and the fragrance of the hotel is nice. The bar side during happy hour ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Schooner Inn
"The room was clean, a little dated, the beach view was awesome, on-site parking was good, a little tight but good. Staff was friendly."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Ocean Resort
"Staff was great, check in process was smooth and speedy. Hotel is a lot run down and flithy. Elevators took a while to come. It was ok for a one night stay."
Reviewed on 24 May 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.
