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Downtown Norfolk

Norfolk’s walkable, waterfront downtown is the urban hub of the city full of shopping, entertainment, restaurants and excitement!

Nightlife in Norfolk

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Norfolk Tour Company

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Wine and Wineries

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Fine Dining

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Outdoor Recreation In Norfolk

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Learn to Sail

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Coffee and Desserts

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Cruise Information

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African American History in Norfolk

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Outdoor Firepits

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Performing Arts

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Shopping in Norfolk

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Cuisine and Cocktails in Norfolk

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Seafood in the City

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Multicultural Experiences in Norfolk

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Sports in Norfolk

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Pet Friendly Activities

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Festivals in Norfolk

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Open Late

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Weekend Away

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Admirals Hockey

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LGBTQ+ Things To Do In Norfolk

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Group Packages

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Marinas

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Harbor Cruises

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Shop Like a Local

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Bikeable Norfolk

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Public Arts and Galleries

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LGBTQ+ Resources

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History in Norfolk

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Norfolk Tides Baseball

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Live Music

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Museums

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Family Time in Norfolk

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Being On The Water In Norfolk

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Outdoor Dining

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Arts and Entertainment in Norfolk

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Events

Every season is event season in Norfolk, See what’s on deck in Downtown and plan your visit!

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Maritime Explorers Summer Camp

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Figment: A National Juried Exhibition of Fanciful, Whimsical, and Surreal Artworks

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Summer Art Camp

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Perfect Arrangement by Topher Payne at the Generic Theater

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The Vault – Catherine Hillis: Chasing the Light

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d’Art Pottery Camp

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Secrets of the Sea

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The Last Battleship

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Descendents at The NorVa

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Sail Voyagers

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Norfolk Tides vs. Memphis

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Summer Fun Thursdays at MacArthur Center!

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Aug012025

Bennett Wales & the Relief reunion + EP Release w/ 95Leo + Ruven at The Annex

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Norfolk Tides vs. Memphis

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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First Fridays: No B.S. Brass Band

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Paws & Popsicles

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Yoga at Neptune’s Fury

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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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Tour de ORF

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Monday’s are a joke at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Barbells & Brews at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Pub Quiz

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Run Your Best Mile

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Aug052025

Norfolk Tides vs. Rochester

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Sunset Yoga on BB-64

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Sunset Yoga on BB-64

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The English Beat

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Norfolk Tides vs. Rochester

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The Art of Wine – Weekly Wine Program

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Trivia Night

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Norfolk Tides vs. Rochester

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Lua Flora + The Hookz at The Annex

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Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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Norfolk Tides vs. Rochester

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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Flowing and Flying: A Juried National Exhibition of Waterscapes and Waterbirds

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Aug092025

Crazy In Love: The Ultimate Beyoncé Tribute

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Norfolk Tides vs. Rochester

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Bhav at Sky’s The Limit Yoga NFK

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Norfolk Tides vs. Rochester

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Vision Board Creations

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Downtown Norfolk Community Garden Power Hour

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Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Downtown Norfolk Community Garden Power Hour

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Aug132025

Bingo Silver Series Cruise

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Fireside Collective at The Annex

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The Vault – LENS ERT: A local Photography Exhibit of the Elizabeth River Trail

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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Movies at the Museum: Children of the War

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The Latest

Check out the latest, and greatest, happenings in Downtown, Norfolk.

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 Organizations Excelling in Inclusivity

A city that welcomes all to start, study, stay and vacation, Norfolk is vibrant…
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June 2023 Events Guide

Summer is just beginning, and Norfolk has a great lineup of June events to heat things up! From Tides games, waterfront…
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Best Coffee Shops in Norfolk, VA

Coffee is an essential part of our daily routines, so we’ve rounded up the best places to get your…
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Best Restaurants for a Business Lunch

Step out of the office and into one of Norfolk’s delicious restaurants for lunch. Whether…
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VisitNorfolk’s Champion of Hospitality Awards for National Travel and Tourism Week 2023

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Attractions

Don’t miss these must-see attractions while you’re in Downtown.

The Attucks Theatre

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First Calvary Baptist Church

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Sgt. Carney Marker

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

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Blue Ridge Excursions

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Waterside District

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End of Massive Resistance Wall

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Schooner Virginia

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Armed Forces Memorial

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The Tide Light Rail

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Elizabeth River Trail

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Chrysler Hall

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The Perry Pavilion

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Virginia Opera

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Mosaic Steel Orchestra

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Taylor-Whittle House – Private Residence

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The New Saint James Holiness Church of Christ Disciples (St. Peter’s)

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Wells Theatre

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Festivals of Festevents

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Slover Library

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Hurrah Players

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Virginia Symphony

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Queen Street Baptist Church

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West Point Monument at West Point Cemetery

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Offsite Gallery

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Town Point Park

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Legends of Music Walk of Fame

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Meet@319

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Mermaids on Parade / Mermaid Trail

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Virginia Stage Company

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Harbor Park

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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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Town Point Club

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Elmwood Cemetery

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TowneBank Building

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First Baptist Church

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Freemason Street Baptist Church

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Sail Nauticus

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St. John’s African Methodist Episcopal Church

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Windows on History

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The NorVa

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Allmand-Archer House | Private Residence

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Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises

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Norfolk State University Planetarium

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Norfolk State University

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Lime Electric Scooter

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Virginia Arts Festival

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Martin Luther King Monument

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John Cary Weston House – Private Residence

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Poplar Hall – Private Residence

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The Cannonball Trail

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Hampton Roads Naval Museum

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The Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception

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Myers House

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Scope Arena

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Monticello Arcade

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E-Bike Alley | Pedego Norfolk Downtown

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Battleship Wisconsin

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American Rover Sailing Cruises

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L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center

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MacArthur Memorial

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Addington-Petty Dickson House | Private Residence

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City Cruises Norfolk

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Trail of Honor

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Naval Station Norfolk

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Epworth United Methodist Church

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TowneBank Fountain Park

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Assembly

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Owen B. Pickett U.S. Custom House

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Lone Sailor Statue

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Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center

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Kenmure (William Lamb House) – Private Residence

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The Generic Theater

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Waterside Marina

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TCC Roper Performing Arts Center

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Restaurants

They call Norfolk, “The City With Bite.” Find out why by trying a couple of these places while in Downtown.

Byrd & Baldwin Steakhouse

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Codex

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Guy Fieri’s Smokehouse

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Sakura Elite Sushi Bar & Hibachi MacArthur Center

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Soiree Bistro

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Three Ships Coffee

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WHERE TO STAY

Have a look see at all the lodgings and accommodations in Downtown, Norfolk.

Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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Norfolk Waterside Marriott Hotel and Convention Center

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Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

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Courtyard Norfolk Downtown

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Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

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Hilton Norfolk The Main

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Residence Inn by Marriott Norfolk Downtown

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Neighborhood Guide

Norfolk is a unique city made up of bustling neighborhoods that each have their own character and vibe. From historic neighborhoods like Ghent to the urban waterfront of Downtown, Norfolk’s neighborhoods have something for everyone. 

Downtown

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Freemason

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NEON District

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Ghent

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Chelsea

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Park Place / Railroad District

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Riverview

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Larchmont / Lochhaven

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Oceanview

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Military Highway / Airport

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