How Do You Say Norfolk?

However you want! Score a front row seat at a local show, grab a paddle and get a little closer to nature on a kayak tour or climb aboard an actual battleship in the heart of downtown. From couples retreats to family getaways, there’s only one way to say vacation. And that’s, “Norfolk”.

Festivals in Norfolk

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Chrysler Museum / Perry Glass Studio

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Battleship Wisconsin

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Virginia Zoo

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Elizabeth River Trail

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Museums

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Public Arts and Galleries

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African American History in Norfolk

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Selden Market

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Performing Arts

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Admirals Hockey

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Hotels

We’ve got a place for every occasion. Just say it with your inside voice.

The Main

The Main is Downtown Norfolk’s newest upscale hotel, dining, and meeting destination. At Main and Granby Streets, this luxury hotel sits along the downtown Norfolk waterfront.
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Norfolk Waterside Marriot Hotel and Convention Center

Refined luxury and stylish comfort come together brilliantly at Norfolk Waterside Marriott. Perched in the heart of the city’s charming downtown historic district, this hotel is conveniently connected to Waterside Convention Center.
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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

Welcome to the Glass Light, an intellectually curious boutique hotel and glass art gallery in the heart of Downtown Norfolk’s Local Historic District. This building reimagined from its 1912 heritage boasts 113 masterfully detailed guest rooms and suites.
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Say it with us.

Lots of destinations claim to be unique, but do they say it on a Battleship in the heart of downtown? Or from a chef’s table at one of 600+ indie restaurants? We didn’t think so. Maybe it’s Norfolk’s renowned art scene or our 144 miles of coastline that give us the edge. Either way, our one-of-a-kind spirit delivers a vacation experience that always makes you the main attraction.

Events

How do you say event season? Norfolk, of course.

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Ghent Farmers Market

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Norfolk Treasures

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Homeschool Day

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STL Stitch & Bitch

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Zen At The Zoo

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East Beach Farmers Market (Weekly)

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Sunday Dog Day at Botanical Gardens

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Beach Yoga at 9th Bay Street

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Norfolk Gospel Lunch Cruise

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Restaurants

Go ahead and talk with your mouth full at more than 600 indie restaurants.

Sour Street Pizza

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La Herradura

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Megallon’s Gourmet BBQ

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Mea Culpa Cafe

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Mazzika Mediterranean

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Maymar Poké & Grill

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Guides & Itineraries

Need a little inspiration? Just say so. We’ve got you covered and then some.

Waterways to Freedom

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Must Seas: Outdoor Recreation Edition

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Armed Forces Memorial Guide

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Norfolk’s Cannonball Trail

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Norfolk Rack Card

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Tales by Rails Guide

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Civil War Sites in Norfolk

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Virginia International Tattoo

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Must Seas: Cuisine & Cocktails Edition

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Must Seas: Quick Getaway Edition

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Must Seas: Nightlife Edition

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Must Seas: LGBTQ+ Edition

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Must Seas: Sports Edition

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Must Seas: Shopping Edition

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Must Seas: Multicultural Edition

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Must Seas: Perfect Dates Edition

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Must Seas: Being on the Water Edition

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Must Seas: Family Time Edition

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Norfolk Coloring Sheet

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Must Seas: Vacation Edition

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Must Seas: Staycation Edition

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Must Seas: Arts & Entertainment Edition

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Must Seas: History Edition

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City Guide

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How else do you say Norfolk?

Couples Getaways

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Couples Adventures

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Flying Solo-ish

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Family Time

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Fun with Friends

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