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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Underwater Mapping

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SUNSETS ON THE RIVER

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SCHOOLDAZE 2026: PASTOR TROY, DJ CLEVE & DJ SKILLZ – ALL WHITE YACHT WEEKND

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Silent Disco at Waterside

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An Underground River: African American History on the ERT

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Boombox Rides

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2026 Tour de ORF

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Cities of the Future

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Boombox Rides

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2026 ERT + NKR Group Paddles

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Kayak Volunteer Litter Cleanup

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Coastal Crafts at Nauticus

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ERT – Silent Read Along Sundays

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The Latest

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

Things to Do for Father’s Day in Norfolk, VA

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Spoil Mom This Mother’s Day in Norfolk

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How to Spend Memorial Day Weekend In Norfolk

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5 Must-Have Norfolk Experiences for the Solo Traveler

Traveling solo can be a truly liberating experience. From start to…

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A Weekend in Downtown Norfolk

Downtown Norfolk is the perfect destination for a fun-filled weekend. It’s got with never-ending historic…

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Romantic Getaway to Norfolk

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

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VA 250: A History Lover’s Guide to Norfolk

Norfolk’s history dates back to 1682 when it was first founded. It was settled by an…

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Top 16 Instagram Worthy Places in Norfolk, VA

Photo opportunities are endless in Norfolk. The city is filled with beautiful…

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Restaurants

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

City Cruises Norfolk

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Willoughby By the Bay

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Waterside District

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Surf Rider East Beach

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Stony’s Dockside Bar and Grill

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Longboards

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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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