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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Sail Voyagers

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Maritime Explorers Summer Camp

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Sunset Kayak Cruises

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Trivia Thursdays at the Bold Mariner Brewing Company

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Trail Beautification Days on the ERT

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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River Star Homes Native Plant Design Workshop

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ERT Botanical Bike Tour: Urban Agriculture

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Norfolk Gospel Lunch Cruise

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Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Climate Resilient Gardening 101

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Sunset Yoga on BB-64

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Ocean View Country Night and VIP Crew Party

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The Latest

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

Norfolk College Guide for Students

Welcome to your college experience in Norfolk, VA! Whether you’re enrolled at Old Dominion…
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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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