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Our blog, written and curated by VisitNorfolk staff, connects you to our city through a locals perspective of all the hidden gems, main attractions and the greatest places to devour food.

Fall Flavors at Norfolk Coffee Shops

21 September 2026

As the leaves begin to change and the air gets crisper, it’s that time of year again when coffee shops across town start unveiling their delicious fall-inspired concoctions. We’ve scoured the city for the best fall flavors at some of your favorite coffee…

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Outdoor Fire Pits in Norfolk

21 September 2026

There’s something truly magical about dining outdoors with the cozy flames of a fire pit nearby. The quiet ambiance of nature punctuated by the soft crackle of fire is indeed a relaxing and romantic setting for any meal this time of year. Ready to experience it for…

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Breweries in Norfolk

21 September 2026

Breweries have become beloved neighborhood pubs, and lucky for us, Norfolk’s brewery scene has taken off! With multiple breweries in Norfolk, each serving up something a little different, there’s a brew to match every mood. Here’s a guide to exploring the breweries in Norfolk…

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5 Reasons to Visit Ocean View in Autumn

21 September 2026

There’s almost nothing better than visiting Norfolk’s beaches on a hot summer day—except, perhaps, visiting those same beaches during fall. When the autumn season rolls around, Norfolk’s beachy neighborhood of Ocean View transforms into a blissful…

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Norfolk, VA Fall Bucket List

21 September 2026

Fall (aka sweater weather) has arrived, bringing with it a slew of fantastic events and activities, plus eats and drinks. Arguably one of the best times of year to visit Norfolk, fall means weather that’s just right, sunny days and brisk, cozy evenings and a ramped up…

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October 2026 Events Guide

21 September 2026

Fall settles in during this month, giving all of Norfolk’s events a warm, autumnal glow that makes for lots of fun both indoors and out. And this appears to be the city’s busiest fall month ever. Here are a few of the top events to expect in October. Ghent…

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News

Need more trip inspiration? See below for all the top publications that are boasting about Norfolk!

Top 20 Best Cities For Outdoor Recreation

01 April 2024
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Norfolk’s Handsome Biscuit competes for bragging rights in online bracket challenge: Best biscuit in the South

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Norfolk among top 5 busiest Amtrak stations in the Southeast

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The economic impact of Princess Cruises port moving from Yorktown to Norfolk

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Hampton Roads businesses ready for busy event weekend, bringing in tourism dollars

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‘A tremendous challenge:’ Work underway in Norfolk to prepare for cruise ship re-routed from Baltimore

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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

Waterways to Freedom

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Must Seas: Sports Edition

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Must Seas: History Edition

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Must Seas: Arts & Entertainment Edition

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Must Seas: Staycation Edition

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Must Seas: Vacation Edition

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Norfolk Coloring Sheet

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Must Seas: Family Time Edition

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Must Seas: Being on the Water Edition

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Must Seas: Perfect Dates Edition

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Must Seas: Multicultural Edition

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Must Seas: Shopping Edition

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Must Seas: LGBTQ+ Edition

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Must Seas: Outdoor Recreation Edition

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Must Seas: Nightlife Edition

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Must Seas: Quick Getaway Edition

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Must Seas: Cuisine & Cocktails Edition

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Virginia International Tattoo

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Civil War Sites in Norfolk

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Tales by Rails Guide

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Norfolk Rack Card

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Norfolk’s Cannonball Trail

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Armed Forces Memorial Guide

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City Guide

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Breweries in Norfolk

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