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Downtown Norfolk

Norfolk’s walkable, waterfront downtown is the urban hub of the city full of shopping, entertainment, restaurants and excitement!

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Open Late

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Marinas

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Wine and Wineries

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Sports in Norfolk

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Outdoor Recreation In Norfolk

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History in Norfolk

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Cruise Information

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Multicultural Experiences in Norfolk

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Coffee and Desserts

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Bikeable Norfolk

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Museums

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Admirals Hockey

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Nightlife in Norfolk

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Pet Friendly Activities

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Live Music

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Shopping in Norfolk

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Cuisine and Cocktails in Norfolk

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Arts and Entertainment in Norfolk

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Shop Like a Local

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LGBTQ+ Things To Do In Norfolk

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Harbor Cruises

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Family Time in Norfolk

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Outdoor Dining

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Norfolk Tour Company

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Group Packages

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Public Arts and Galleries

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Fine Dining

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Weekend Away

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LGBTQ+ Resources

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Outdoor Firepits

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Performing Arts

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Learn to Sail

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African American History in Norfolk

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Seafood in the City

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Being On The Water In Norfolk

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Norfolk Tides Baseball

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Festivals in Norfolk

Events

Every season is event season in Norfolk, See what’s on deck in Downtown and plan your visit!

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Sports

Admirals Hockey

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Apr122025

Sports

Norfolk Admirals Hockey 2024-25

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Arts and Entertainment

Black Jacket Symphony: The Beatles’ Abbey Road

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Live from the Music Room at the Hermitage Museum & Gardens

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Arts and Entertainment

A Great Wilderness

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Brewery Events

National Beer Can Appreciation Day

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Feb022025

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A GREAT WILDERNESS

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Notcher Beer Crawl

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Winter Market at Afterglow

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Brewery Events

BYOG Day! (Bring Your Own Glass)

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High Wire Act: Stand-Up Comedy without a Net

Jan262025

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Virginia Chorale Event

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Feb162025

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Fat Ham

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Brewery Events

Brushes and Brews Paint Night

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Brewery Events

Smartmouth Vinyl Night

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Sullivan King

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North Bloom, Hippie Love Party, Dietz and the Dilemmas, Warrington

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Dancing in the Street: The Music of Motown

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The Improv Riot All-Star Comedy Show

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Dancing in the Street: The Music of Motown

Feb012025

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Yoga at Neptune’s Fury

Feb012025

Brewery Events

Total Eclipse of the Dark Beer Festival

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Frozen Yoga With The Norfolk Admirals

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Saved by the 90s

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MJ THE MUSICAL

The Latest

Check out the latest, and greatest, happenings in Downtown, Norfolk.

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Recently Opened in Norfolk

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April 2023 Events Guide

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Best Restaurants for a Business Lunch

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VisitNorfolk’s Champion of Hospitality Awards for National Travel and Tourism Week 2023

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Rooftop Dining in Norfolk

There’s something quite magical about a rooftop dining experience. There’s the unique chance to escape the city’s…

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Art Galleries in Norfolk, VA

Norfolk is vibrant and alive with world-class art museums, murals and public art pieces that enrich our…

Attractions

Don’t miss these must-see attractions while you’re in Downtown.

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Lone Sailor Statue

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Town Point Club

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Meet@319

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MacArthur Memorial

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Virginia Opera

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Myers House

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Wells Theatre

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center

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The Perry Pavilion

Marinas

Waterside Marina

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Town Point Park

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Taylor-Whittle House – Private Residence

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Virginia Symphony

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Freemason Street Baptist Church

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Scope Arena

African American

Martin Luther King Monument

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The NorVa

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Allmand-Archer House | Private Residence

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John Cary Weston House – Private Residence

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Monticello Arcade

African American

St. John’s African Methodist Episcopal Church

African American

The Attucks Theatre

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Hurrah Players

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The Tide Light Rail

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Slover Library

Cruises

Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises

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The Cannonball Trail

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Elizabeth River Trail

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Virginia Stage Company

African American

Legends of Music Walk of Fame

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Lime Electric Scooter

African American

Trail of Honor

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The Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception

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Virginia Arts Festival

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

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TCC Roper Performing Arts Center

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Queen Street Baptist Church

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Sail Nauticus

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Hampton Roads Naval Museum

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Windows on History

Cruises

City Cruises Norfolk

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Kenmure (William Lamb House) – Private Residence

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Armed Forces Memorial

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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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Harbor Park

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American Rover Sailing Cruises

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TowneBank Fountain Park

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The New Saint James Holiness Church of Christ Disciples (St. Peter’s)

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Norfolk State University Planetarium

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The Generic Theater

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L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center

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Festivals of Festevents

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Assembly

African American

Sgt. Carney Marker

African American

West Point Monument at West Point Cemetery

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Offsite Gallery

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Naval Station Norfolk

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Owen B. Pickett U.S. Custom House

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Norfolk State University

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Epworth United Methodist Church

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TowneBank Building

African American

End of Massive Resistance Wall

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Mermaids on Parade / Mermaid Trail

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Pagoda Garden Tea House and Gallery

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Elmwood Cemetery

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Poplar Hall – Private Residence

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Battleship Wisconsin

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Schooner Virginia

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Addington-Petty Dickson House | Private Residence

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First Baptist Church

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First Calvary Baptist Church

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Chrysler Hall

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Pedego Norfolk Downtown

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Blue Ridge Excursions

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Waterside District

Performing Arts

Mosaic Steel Orchestra

Restaurants

They call Norfolk, “The City With Bite.” Find out why by trying a couple of these places while in Downtown.

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The Norfolk Grille

American

Buffalo Wild Wings

Bakeries / Desserts

A Latte Café

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The Bistro on Main

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PJay’s Kitchen

European

Monastery Restaurant

WHERE TO STAY

Have a look see at all the lodgings and accommodations in Downtown, Norfolk.

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Residence Inn by Marriott Norfolk Downtown

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Courtyard Norfolk Downtown

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Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

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Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

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Hilton Norfolk The Main

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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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Norfolk Waterside Marriott Hotel and Convention Center

Neighborhood Guide

Norfolk is a unique city made up of bustling neighborhoods that each have their own character and vibe. From historic neighborhoods like Ghent to the urban waterfront of Downtown, Norfolk’s neighborhoods have something for everyone.

Neighborhoods

Downtown

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Freemason

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NEON District

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Ghent

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Chelsea

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Park Place / Railroad District

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Riverview

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Larchmont / Lochhaven

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Oceanview

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Military Highway / Airport

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