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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!

LGBTQ+ Things To Do In Norfolk

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Weekend Away

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LGBTQ+ Resources

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Group Packages

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Wine and Wineries

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Shop Like a Local

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Cuisine and Cocktails in Norfolk

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Being On The Water In Norfolk

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Shopping in Norfolk

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Fine Dining

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Outdoor Recreation In Norfolk

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Outdoor Firepits

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Festivals in Norfolk

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Open Late

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Learn to Sail

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African American History in Norfolk

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Norfolk Tour Company

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Harbor Cruises

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Cruise Information

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Coffee and Desserts

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Outdoor Dining

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Multicultural Experiences in Norfolk

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Public Arts and Galleries

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Virginia 250: History in Norfolk

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Family Time in Norfolk

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Arts and Entertainment in Norfolk

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Performing Arts

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Nightlife in Norfolk

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Norfolk Tides Baseball

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Pet Friendly Activities

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Sports in Norfolk

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Seafood in the City

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Bikeable Norfolk

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Museums

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Admirals Hockey

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Marinas

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Live Music

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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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The Heart Sellers

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The California Honeydrops

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Lauren Alaina: The Stages Tour

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Mojo Brookzz

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Amadeus Live

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AFI

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All Them Witches

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Mozart’s Gran Partita

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Town Point Virginia Wine Festival

Year after year, the Fall Town Point Virginia Wine Festival is one of…

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37th Annual Town Point Virginia Fall Wine Festival

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Zoovies

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Special Exhibit: No Turning Back, MacArthur and the Occupation of Japan 1945-1951

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Random Acts of Kindness Spree in Norfolk

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Glassmaking Demo

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FULL CLASS SERIERS, 6 CLASSES ALL IN ONE SPOT!

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Foodies + New Friends: Norfolk | Wrestling Fans Edition

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Chesapeake Bay Art Association Fall Festival

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Oct032026

35th Annual Virginia Children’s Festival

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Silent Disco at Waterside

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Haunted Norfolk Tours

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Boombox Rides

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Community: Play-In & Sing-Along

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Art History 101 Tour: Medieval and Renaissance Art

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Tour de ORF

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Tour de ORF

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Art History 101 Tour: Medieval and Renaissance Art

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2026 ERT Tour de ORF

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NAAAHR National Conference & Business Expo

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Oct082026

The Black Jacket Symphony presents – Def Leppard’s ‘Hysteria’

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The Black Jacket Symphony presents Def Leppard’s ‘Hysteria’

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Oct082026

PETA Volunteer Party

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Oct092026

RnB Block Party Homecoming Edition

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Oct102026

Historic Houses: A Downtown Norfolk Walking Tour

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Oct102026

4th Annual Dark Arts Market – Call Of The Coven

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Oct102026

NACC Waggin’ Wheels Mobile Pet Pantry

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Oct102026

250 Years of US-PI Friendship Celebration

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Monty Python’s SPAMALOT

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Rehash, Mexican Slum Rats at The Annex

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Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series

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Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series

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Norfolk Historical Society Monthly Lecture Series: TBD

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Manila to Main Street Cocktail Dinner – 2 NIGHTS!

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Manila to Main Street Cocktail Dinner – 2 NIGHTS!

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All Them Witches

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ERT + Roll N’ Vibes – Social Group Skates

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ERT + Roll N’ Vibes™ – Social Group Skates!

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CeCe Winans

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Bethel Music

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Boombox Rides

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The Latest

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

Fall Flavors at Norfolk Coffee Shops

As the leaves begin to change and the air gets crisper, it’s that time of year again when coffee…

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Outdoor Fire Pits in Norfolk

There’s something truly magical about dining outdoors with the cozy flames of a fire pit nearby. The quiet…

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Breweries in Norfolk

Breweries have become beloved neighborhood pubs, and lucky for us, Norfolk’s brewery scene has taken off! With multiple…

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Norfolk, VA Fall Bucket List

Fall (aka sweater weather) has arrived, bringing with it a slew of fantastic events and activities, plus eats…

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Haunted Norfolk

Norfolk traces its tales back to the early 17th century, soon after the first English settlers arrived in the new world. Since then…

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Norfolk Restaurants with Great Hard Cider Selections

One of our favorite things about autumn is the amazing lineup of…

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Attractions

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

Waterside District

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Scope Arena

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Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center

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Freemason Street Baptist Church

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Taylor-Whittle House – Private Residence

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Myers House

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American Rover Sailing Cruises

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MacArthur Memorial

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Chrysler Hall

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The Attucks Theatre

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Lone Sailor Statue

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City Cruises Norfolk

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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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E-Bike Alley

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Harbor Park

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St. John’s African Methodist Episcopal Church

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Sail Nauticus

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Wells Theatre

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Elmwood Cemetery

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Mosaic Steel Orchestra

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The Cannonball Trail

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Mermaids on Parade / Mermaid Trail

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Legends of Music Walk of Fame

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Lime Electric Scooter

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Epworth United Methodist Church

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John Cary Weston House – Private Residence

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Assembly

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Waterside Marina

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

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The Generic Theater

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

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Offsite Gallery

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Virginia Symphony

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Addington-Petty Dickson House | Private Residence

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Windows on History

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Norfolk State University Planetarium

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Martin Luther King Monument

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Norfolk Police Museum and Norfolk Fire-Rescue Museum

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Virginia Stage Company

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Queen Street Baptist Church

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Slover Library

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The Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception

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Poplar Hall – Private Residence

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Norfolk State University

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The Tide Light Rail

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Hampton Roads Naval Museum

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Battleship Wisconsin

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Town Point Park

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TowneBank Fountain Park

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First Baptist Church

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Armed Forces Memorial

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Kenmure (William Lamb House) – Private Residence

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Schooner Virginia

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Blue Ridge Excursions

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Virginia Opera

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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SevenVenues

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TowneBank Building

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Monticello Arcade

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The NorVa

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Sgt. Carney Marker

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First Calvary Baptist Church

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The Perry Pavilion

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End of Massive Resistance Wall

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Owen B. Pickett U.S. Custom House

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Trail of Honor

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Virginia Arts Festival

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L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center

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Elizabeth River Trail

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Festivals of Festevents

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West Point Monument at West Point Cemetery

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TCC Roper Performing Arts Center

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Allmand-Archer House | Private Residence

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Naval Station Norfolk

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Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises

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Meet@319

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Town Point Club

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Hurrah Players

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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.

Fresh Dawgs

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Hits at the Park

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Byrd & Baldwin Steakhouse

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Pokey

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PJay’s Kitchen

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Juniper and Jam

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WHERE TO STAY

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

Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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Courtyard Norfolk Downtown

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Norfolk Waterside Marriott Hotel and Convention Center

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Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

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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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