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

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Pet Friendly Activities

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Cruise Information

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African American History in Norfolk

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Fishing

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Marinas

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Festivals in Norfolk

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Learn to Sail

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Water Sport Rentals

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Harbor Cruises

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Local Eats in Ocean View / East Beach

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Things to Do in Ocean View / East Beach

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Events

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

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Trivia Thursdays

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Norfolk Signature Dinner Cruise

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5th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Party After the Parade

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Volunteer Litter Cleanup

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Norfolk Saint Patrick’s Day Parade

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Norfolk Signature Dinner Cruise

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6th Annual St. Paddy’s Day Party at Bold Mariner

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St. Patrick’s Day: Party After the Parade at COVA Brewing Co!

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Norfolk Jazz Brunch Cruise

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Norfolk Signature Dinner Cruise

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Trivia Thursdays

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Clothing Swap on Knitting Mill Creek

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The Latest

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

5 Must-Have Norfolk Experiences for the Solo Traveler

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Norfolk, Virginia

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Virginia Tidewater

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Go There: A Magical Weekend In Norfolk, VA

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Downtown Norfolk Is A Great Place To Live And Work

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8 Top Hotels For Business And Pleasure

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Virginia’s Beaches, Bays and Waterways

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By Land, Sea, or Air, Outdoor Adventures Await

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Restaurants

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

City Cruises Norfolk

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Grain

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Waterside Seafood Company

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Willoughby Fish House

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Blue Moon Taphouse

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Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant

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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

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City Guide

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