Downtown Norfolk Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Moses Myers House which includes a city and a house

Popular places to visit

Waterside District

Waterside District

A riverside district with restaurants, bars and nightclubs stands beside a scenic park and promenade with cycle and running lanes.

Waterside District
Norfolk Scope

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 Scope
USS Wisconsin BB-64 featuring military items

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.

USS Wisconsin BB-64
Chrysler Hall

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.

Chrysler Hall
Town Point Park featuring a city, a park and modern architecture

Town Point Park

Escape to an urban waterfront park for relaxation, historic appreciation and hours of fun-filled activities.

Town Point Park
Harrison Opera House

Harrison Opera House

Listen to the Virginia Symphony Orchestra from a box in an exquisite theater that is as inspiring now as it was when it boosted morale during World War II.

Harrison Opera House

Activities

Deck area aboard the Spirit of Norfolk Dinner Cruise in Virginia

Spirit of Norfolk Signature Dinner Cruise

AU$154
Per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Norfolk Signature Dinner Cruise
View of Spirit of Norfolk

Spirit of Norfolk Signature Brunch Cruise

AU$113
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Spirit of Norfolk Signature Brunch Cruise
Norfolk: Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin Combo Ticket

Norfolk: Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin Combo Ticket

AU$58
Per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Norfolk: Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin Combo Ticket
Norfolk: Coffee Tasting Pass

Norfolk: Coffee Tasting Pass

AU$26
Per adult
Norfolk: Coffee Tasting Pass
Norfolk: Electric Bike Rental

Norfolk: Electric Bike Rental

AU$102
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Norfolk: Electric Bike Rental
Visit Norfolk's Perk Up Pass

Visit Norfolk's Perk Up Pass

AU$26
Per adult
Visit Norfolk's Perk Up Pass
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Our pick of the best Downtown Norfolk Hotel Deals

Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown
3 out of 5
520 Plume street, Norfolk, VA
The price is AU$154 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"This hotel was very clean and convenient. The staff was Grade A!"

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
3.5 out of 5
235 E Main St, Norfolk, VA
The price is AU$232 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$232
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Location is best!"

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2024

Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Hilton Norfolk The Main
Hilton Norfolk The Main
4 out of 5
100 East Main Street, Norfolk, VA
The price is AU$325 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$325
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy 3 restaurants, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great restaurant options inside of the hotel. Room was very clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

Hilton Norfolk The Main
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
3.5 out of 5
777 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA
The price is AU$165 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The bay and ships were a plus"

Reviewed on 10 Nov. 2024

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
3.5 out of 5
700 Monticello Avenue, Norfolk, VA
The price is AU$173 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Norfolk. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Stafff was friendly and professional. Room was clean and comfortable. The staff in Black Tuna was very kind Renee and Tracy were amazing and so kind."

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
Schooner Inn
Schooner Inn
2 out of 5
215 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA
The price is AU$126 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,777 reviews)
"Check in was easy and the staff was friendly! Sadly, the trash trucks came at 4:00 a.m. so beware of facing the poolside on trash pick up day"

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Schooner Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Norfolk

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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.

West Freemason
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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.

Norfolk Auto Row Historic District
Chrysler Museum of Art which includes interior views and art

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.

Ghent
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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.

Olde Huntersville
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Camellia Shores

While Camellia Shores isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Botanical Garden and Norfolk Premium Outlets are some notable places to visit nearby.

Camellia Shores
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Bayview

While Bayview isn't home to many top sights, Norfolk Beaches and Ocean View Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bayview

Downtown Norfolk Travel Guide

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