Downtown Norfolk Travel Guide

Norfolk

A large naval ship docked in a harbor with a crowd on the deck and a tall building in the background.
A large battleship docked at a pier with a clear sky and a cityscape in the background.
A multi-level atrium with a glass ceiling, railings, and string lights.
Sailboats with colorful sails on a calm body of water.
A large naval ship with the number 64 on its bow, docked at a port with a clear blue sky in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Norfolk attractions

A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

Waterside District

8.4/10 (135 reviews)
A riverside district with restaurants, bars and nightclubs stands beside a scenic park and promenade with cycle and running lanes.
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Things to do

Virginia Beach: Lynnhaven Tiki Tour with BYOB option

Virginia Beach: Lynnhaven Tiki Tour with BYOB option

฿12,863
per traveller
Virginia Beach: Lynnhaven Tiki Tour with BYOB option
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Top hotels in Downtown Norfolk

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

3.5 out of 5
700 Monticello Avenue Norfolk VA
The price is ฿3,049 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿3,049
฿3,605 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (1,087 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. It was an older hotel. Only 2 elevators were working so that was annoying but that was the only thing. We will definitely be staying there again."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
Norfolk Waterside Marriott

Norfolk Waterside Marriott

3.5 out of 5
235 E Main St Norfolk VA
The price is ฿4,759 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿4,759
฿5,605 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,030 reviews)
"I noticed some places in the hall and especially the area where you go from the hotel to the walkway of the street on the second floor where there’s water damage. My concern is that the damage did not look fresh. It looked like something that’s been an issue for a while where there’s water damage. ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

3.5 out of 5
777 Waterside Dr Norfolk VA
The price is ฿4,319 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿4,319
฿5,066 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"They have construction that’s kind of confusing that also interfere with parking and such."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
5700 Atlantic Ave Virginia Beach VA
The price is ฿2,889 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿2,889
฿3,634 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)

3 out of 5
1801 Atlantic Ave Virginia Beach VA
The price is ฿3,942 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿3,942
฿4,600 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,766 reviews)
"Good location on the beach. There was one issue that that took 2 days to resolve change batteries in an alarm Was reported several times"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Virginia Beach (Oceanfront)
Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG

3 out of 5
3900 Atlantic Avenue Virginia Beach VA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,207 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,207
฿4,904 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach North Beach by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown Norfolk

Find the best Downtown Norfolk areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a sandy beach, a pier, and residential buildings along the shore.

East Ocean View

If you're spending some time in East Ocean View, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.

A beach with tall grass in the foreground, a wooden fence, and a few people in the distance.

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.

A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a lifeguard tower, and a small building with a blue roof.

Willoughby Spit

If you're spending some time in Willoughby Spit, Norfolk Beaches and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.

A marina with boats, a bridge, and buildings along a river.

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.

Downtown Norfolk Travel Guide