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.

Oct052025
Oct262025

Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

Learn More
Oct222025

Bingo Silver Series Cruise

Learn More
Apr102025
Dec182025

Trivia Thursdays at the Bold Mariner Brewing Company

Learn More
Oct242025

Trail Beautification Days on the ERT

Learn More
Oct032025
Oct242025

Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

Learn More
Oct252025

Norfolk Gospel Lunch Cruise

Learn More
Oct042025
Oct252025

Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

Learn More
Nov012025

Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

Learn More
Nov022025

Norfolk Jazz Brunch Cruise

Learn More

The Latest

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

5 Reasons to Visit Ocean View in Autumn

There’s almost nothing better than visiting Norfolk’s beaches on a hot summer day—except…
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

Virginia opera Delivers Fairy Tales, History and Verdi

The 2025-26 Virginia Opera season is under way with a fresh…
Learn More

Valentine's Day in Norfolk

How will you spend Valentine's Day weekend this year? Consider making it a weekend in Norfolk! Stay overnight in a…
Learn More

Best Ways to Stay Fit at your Norfolk Convention

Perhaps you're regularly fitness minded and don't want to skip a beat in…
Learn More

Waterways to Freedom

Learn More