We invite you to take a chance for a change. Find inspiration on our shores. Explore our neighborhoods. Share our love of art. Experience our local flavors. Walk in our history. And never be afraid to loosen your sails and go wherever the wind takes you — a little change will do you good.

Hotel Deals and Discounts

7 Ways to Enjoy the Water When Visiting Norfolk

Hospitality Industry Careers in Norfolk

Recent Accolades

Don't just take our word for it.

Southern Living

The South's Best Cities On the Rise 2021

Condé Nast Traveler

The Friendliest Cities in the U.S.: 2020 Readers' Choice Awards

MSN

Most Walk-Friendly Cities of America

City with Bite

Owner-operated Restaurants. Craft Breweries. Fresh Seafood.

A family enjoys a delicious BBQ meal at RedWood Smoke Shack in Norfolk.

Top BBQ Restaurants in Norfolk

BBQ: The soul of the culinary South. The South is where everything is done a little bit slower,...

Rooftop Dining in Norfolk

Fresh oysters, served with lemon & sauce, are the perfect appetizer in the beachside city of Norfolk.

Best Places to Get Your Oyster Fix

City with Bite Video Series

Deeply Rooted in History

Naval Station Norfolk. Civil War History. Underground Railroad.

Historical Sites

Norfolk is an important 400-year-old port city whose history coincides with the birth of our nation,...

Cannonball Trail - A walk-it-yourself tour, through 400 years of history.

History of Naval Station Norfolk

Waterways to Freedom - A Self-Guided Tour about the Underground Railroad

City with Art

World-renowned Museums. Performing Arts. Public Art.

World-renowned Museums

Offering everything from art-focused museums such as the Chrysler Museum to those filled with our...

A Guide to Norfolk's Murals

Must-See Outdoor Public Art

Art Galleries in Norfolk

Plan Your Visit

Itineraries. Brochures. Free City Guide.

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Get to know Norfolk, VA

We invite you to take a chance for a change. Find inspiration on our shores. Explore our neighborhoods. Share our love of art. Experience our local flavors. Walk in our history. And never be afraid to loosen your sails and go wherever the wind takes you — a little change will do you good.

Hotel Deals and Discounts

7 Ways to Enjoy the Water When Visiting Norfolk

Hospitality Industry Careers in Norfolk

Recent Accolades

Don't just take our word for it.

Southern Living

Condé Nast Traveler

MSN

City with Bite

Owner-operated Restaurants. Craft Breweries. Fresh Seafood.

Top BBQ Restaurants in Norfolk

Rooftop Dining in Norfolk

Best Places to Get Your Oyster Fix

City with Bite Video Series

Deeply Rooted in History

Naval Station Norfolk. Civil War History. Underground Railroad.

Historical Sites

Cannonball Trail - A walk-it-yourself tour, through 400 years of history.

History of Naval Station Norfolk

Waterways to Freedom - A Self-Guided Tour about the Underground Railroad

City with Art

World-renowned Museums. Performing Arts. Public Art.

World-renowned Museums

A Guide to Norfolk's Murals

Must-See Outdoor Public Art

Art Galleries in Norfolk

Plan Your Visit

Itineraries. Brochures. Free City Guide.

10 Reasons You Should Travel To Norfolk, VA!

All Guides and Itineraries

COVID-19 Resource Hub

#VISITNORFOLKVA

Shop the Mermaid Market

Free City Guide

E-Newsletter Signup

Norfolk Convention & Visitors Bureau Offices
Visitor Information Center & Mermaid Market

Get to know Norfolk, VA

We invite you to take a chance for a change. Find inspiration on our shores. Explore our neighborhoods. Share our love of art. Experience our local flavors. Walk in our history. And never be afraid to loosen your sails and go wherever the wind takes you — a little change will do you good.

Recent Accolades

Don't just take our word for it.

City with Bite

Owner-operated Restaurants. Craft Breweries. Fresh Seafood.

Deeply Rooted in History

Naval Station Norfolk. Civil War History. Underground Railroad.

City with Art

World-renowned Museums. Performing Arts. Public Art.

Plan Your Visit

Itineraries. Brochures. Free City Guide.

10 Reasons You Should Travel To Norfolk, VA!

All Guides and Itineraries

COVID-19 Resource Hub

#VISITNORFOLKVA

Norfolk Convention & Visitors Bureau Offices Visitor Information Center & Mermaid Market

Norfolk Convention & Visitors Bureau Offices
Visitor Information Center & Mermaid Market