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

View of the water and the Spirit of Norfolk Dinner Cruise ship

City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise

฿4,653
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Dinner Cruise
View of Spirit of Norfolk

City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise

฿3,202
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Brunch Cruise
Awesome University Hunt: Pirates' Plunder at Hampton University

Awesome University Hunt: Pirates' Plunder at Hampton University

฿496
per adult
Awesome University Hunt: Pirates' Plunder at Hampton University
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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 ฿2,566 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,566
฿3,051 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

3.5 out of 5
777 Waterside Dr Norfolk VA
The price is ฿4,049 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,049
฿4,756 total
31 Aug - 1 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 ...
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
5700 Atlantic Ave Virginia Beach VA
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,625 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿2,625
฿3,331 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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
Ocean Resort

Ocean Resort

2.5 out of 5
Atlantic Avenue,2417 Virginia Beach VA
The price is ฿2,975 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿2,975
฿3,945 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,680 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and helpful. The drink and coffee bar in the lobby was appreciated. The lobby was welcoming. We loved our view from the 7th floor. Our room was clean and kept nice and cool. We stop as a last minute thought and enjoyed our stay. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Ocean Resort
Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach Town Center by IHG

Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach Town Center by IHG

3.5 out of 5
4453 Bonney Rd Virginia Beach VA
The price is ฿3,086 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿3,086
฿3,615 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (488 reviews)
"Room 211 was riddled with issues. I only stayed 1 night fortunately. The shower door was on a track and wouldn't stay closed so I had to place a bottle of bodywash to keep it shut. By morning I figured out the coffee marker couldn't be plugged in so I moved it to the desk. Finally, the bathroom faucet ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Crowne Plaza Virginia Beach Town Center by IHG
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
The price is ฿5,276 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,276
฿6,133 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,483 reviews)
"To start the air conditioner wasn't working in the hallways.Outside your rooms. We were there for 5 days, and the cleaning service only came in.And changed our garbage bags.There was no towels in our room.When we got there so we had to go downstairs to get towels because they weren't answering the ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

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.

Venerable wood fishing pier in Virginia Beach at sunrise.

Willoughby Spit

If you're spending some time in Willoughby Spit, 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 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