Being On The Water

Norfolk, VA is a friendly, modern port city nestled where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. It is home to the world’s largest naval station, one of the East Coast’s largest ports, and with rivers, creeks and beaches all around, it should come as no surprise that water is a large part of life in Norfolk.

Our Beaches

Learn More

Pet Friendly Activities

Learn More

Cruise Information

Learn More

African American History in Norfolk

Learn More

Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

Learn More

Fishing

Learn More

Marinas

Learn More

Festivals in Norfolk

Learn More

Learn to Sail

Learn More

Water Sport Rentals

Learn More

Harbor Cruises

Learn More

Local Eats in Ocean View / East Beach

Learn More

Things to Do in Ocean View / East Beach

Learn More

Events

Every season is event season in Norfolk. See what’s on deck.

Feb052025

COVA & Candles: Valentine’s/ Galantines Day Candle Workshop

Learn More
Feb062025
Feb132025

Trivia Thursdays

Learn More
Feb062025

Sporacle Events Pub Trivia Night

Learn More
Feb082025

5th Annual For the Love of Beer

Learn More
Feb102025

Cruise Norfolk Kick-Off

Learn More
Feb112025

Rom Com Trivia Night

Learn More
Feb142025

Valentine’s Signature Dinner Cruise

Learn More
Feb152025

February Discovery Day- African American Scientists & Inventors Day

Learn More
Feb152025

Galantines Market at The Veil

Learn More
Feb152025

Biscuits Workshop

Learn More
Feb152025

Galantines Gala Market at COVA

Learn More
Feb172025

Music Bingo

Learn More
Feb192025

Connections Play Date

Learn More
Feb202025
Feb272025

Trivia Thursdays

Learn More

The Latest

Check out the latest, and greatest, happenings in the city.

Romantic Getaway to Norfolk

Escape to Norfolk for a romantic getaway to experience waterfront sunsets, unforgettable cuisine and friendly…
Learn More

Norfolk, Virginia

Learn More

Virginia Tidewater

Learn More

Go There: A Magical Weekend In Norfolk, VA

Learn More

Downtown Norfolk Is A Great Place To Live And Work

Learn More

8 Top Hotels For Business And Pleasure

Learn More

Virginia’s Beaches, Bays and Waterways

Learn More

By Land, Sea, or Air, Outdoor Adventures Await

Learn More

Restaurants

You’ve got 600+ indie restaurants in Norfolk to try. Start here.

City Cruises Norfolk

Learn More

COVA Brewing Co.

Learn More

Waterside Seafood Company

Learn More

Willoughby Fish House

Learn More

Blue Moon Taphouse

Learn More

Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant

Learn More

Guides & Itineraries

Looking for a little help or inspiration? Use Norfolk’s curated city guides and itineraries to get the most out of your time in our city.

Must Seas: Being on the Water Edition

Learn More

City Guide

Learn More

You May Also Like

The Heart and History of Norfolk

The following story comes from our 2025 City Guide. To order a physical copy, make a request here…
Learn More

Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities in Norfolk

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and corporate…
Learn More

A Guide to Norfolk's Murals

With self-guided tours aplenty, and even guided tours focused on Norfolk's NEON District, Norfolk’s art scene…
Learn More

October Event Guide 2022

October brings a multitude of events happening in Norfolk! From "spooktacular" fun to enjoying a festival, you'll have…
Learn More