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Our blog, written and curated by VisitNorfolk staff, connects you to our city through a locals perspective of all the hidden gems, main attractions and the greatest places to devour food.
Norfolk’s Sports Spring: Games Galore in March
13 February 2025Officially, a sports equinox is a rare event. It’s when games from the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL all converge on a single day, usually in October. The term is also used loosely to describe times when there are a whole lot of sports…
Learn MoreWoman-Owned Businesses
13 February 2025Supporting women-owned businesses is important, not just during Women’s History Month but throughout the year. It’s crucial for business owners themselves since overall, women who own businesses face greater challenges of gaining fair access to venture capital. But it’s also…
Learn More5 Must-Have Norfolk Experiences for the Solo Traveler
13 February 2025Traveling solo can be a truly liberating experience. From start to finish, you’re in full control of your time, your meals and your adventures, making your travel experience exactly what you want it to be. Norfolk is an…
Learn MoreMarch 2025 Events Guide
13 February 2025Spring comes March-ing into Norfolk with a full slate of events, including the return of your Norfolk Tides to Harbor Park, MEAC basketball action, plenty of on-stage hilarity, a kicking Mardi Gras celebration and much, much more. Norfolk Admirals Various Dates in…
Learn MoreSpring Break In Norfolk, VA
11 February 2025Looking for a spring break destination the whole family can enjoy? Consider breaking tradition by spring breaking in Norfolk. We’ve got sandy beaches (minus the crowds), engaging attractions with a little education sprinkled in for the kids, plus family-friendly breweries…
Learn MoreItineraries for Norfolk Cruise Passengers
11 February 2025With Carnival returning to Norfolk, Virginia in 2025, there’s lots to see in this charming, historic city by the water. Whether you’re coming in the day before your cruise or killing a few hours after debarkation, here’s a guide to the top…
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Norfolk’s Handsome Biscuit competes for bragging rights in online bracket challenge: Best biscuit in the South
01 April 2024Learn MoreHampton Roads businesses ready for busy event weekend, bringing in tourism dollars
01 April 2024Learn More‘A tremendous challenge:’ Work underway in Norfolk to prepare for cruise ship re-routed from Baltimore
01 April 2024Learn MoreGuides & Itineraries
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