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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!

Outdoor Firepits

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Wine and Wineries

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Outdoor Dining

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Being On The Water In Norfolk

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Bikeable Norfolk

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Group Packages

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LGBTQ+ Resources

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Admirals Hockey

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Weekend Away

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Marinas

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Museums

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Sports in Norfolk

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African American History in Norfolk

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Seafood in the City

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Shopping in Norfolk

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Open Late

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History in Norfolk

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Public Arts and Galleries

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Outdoor Recreation In Norfolk

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Cuisine and Cocktails in Norfolk

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Nightlife in Norfolk

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Learn to Sail

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Pet Friendly Activities

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Norfolk Tour Company

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Shop Like a Local

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Live Music

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Family Time in Norfolk

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Fine Dining

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Multicultural Experiences in Norfolk

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Coffee and Desserts

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LGBTQ+ Things To Do In Norfolk

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Performing Arts

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Norfolk Tides Baseball

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Harbor Cruises

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Festivals in Norfolk

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Cruise Information

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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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Dinosaurs of Antarctica

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The Vault – Andy Harris: Little Flowers That Follow Me Everywhere

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Chris’s Pub Trivia

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Flourish: An Annual Juried National Exhibition of Floral and Botanical Artworks

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Between The Buried and Me- Protest the Hero

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Live Music Patio Series at Just Birdies

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Arts Fishing Club w/ Fox & the Bear at The Annex

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Norfolk Works: The Summer Employment & Career Series

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Zemlinsky Quartet with Olga Kern, piano

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End of the Month Happy Hour at Gather Norfolk!

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Two-Wheel Thursday at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Norfolk After Dark Dance Cruise

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Glow Patio Beer Party

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Sugar We’re Goin Singing – Live Band Emo Nite Karaoke

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Of Mice & Men

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Patriotic Festival: Old Dominion

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Motion and Mingle

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The Drop Featuring Sidepiece

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Meower Shower: A Baby Shower for Kittens!

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The Psychic: The All-Improvised Journey into the Unknown

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Patriotic Festival: Riley Green

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The Push Book Club: Classics Retold

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Botanical Gelli Prints

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Joe McMurray at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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New Beer Release Party! “Bitter Ol’ Beach” IPA

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Figure Drawing Workshop

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SMINO

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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ERT Botanical Bike Tour- Lafayette- Winona

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Rhythm Project Showcase

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Stuck Down, 2 To a room, Heavy Weight Champs, Rose Milk at The Annex

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Live Life Fresh Boom Box Ride

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Lil Poppa

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Tour de ORF

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High Wire Act: Stand-Up Comedy without a Net

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Bike Polo Pickup Games

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Patriotic Festival: Jordan Davis

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Run Your Best Mile

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Yoga At Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Norfolk Tides vs. Lehigh Valley

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Community Dance Workshop with Birmingham Royal Ballet

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Norfolk Tides vs. Lehigh Valley

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Toddler Time at Nauticus

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Swamp Dogg

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Norfolk Tides vs. Lehigh Valley

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Birmingham Royal Ballet: Black Sabbath – The Ballet

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Suicidal Tendencies

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Norfolk Tides vs. Lehigh Valley

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Birmingham Royal Ballet: Black Sabbath – The Ballet

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Pride Kickoff at d’Art

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Affirm: A Juried National Exhibition of Artworks from the LGBTQIA+ Community

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Gilded: A National Juried Exhibition of Artworks that Incorporate Gilded Elements

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Kidical Mass Bike Ride

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ELSEWHERE: Jo Froxi, Vega, Rayvon, Flood at The Annex

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Norfolk Tides vs. Lehigh Valley

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Toddler Time at Nauticus

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The Biz of Local

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Birmingham Royal Ballet: Black Sabbath – The Ballet

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Spirit Gun, Ward’s Pocket, The Soularites, Oceans

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Birmingham Royal Ballet: Black Sabbath – The Ballet

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Wellness in the Garden

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Norfolk Tides vs. Lehigh Valley

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Wellness in the Garden

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Norfolk Signature Mimosa Brunch Cruise

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Rene Fleming: Voice of Nature – The Anthropocene

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Steve Earle

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Barbells & Brews at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Mayday Parade

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Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise

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The Latest

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

Things to Do for Father’s Day in Norfolk, VA

Looking for the perfect Dad date or outing this Father’s Day? We’ve rounded up…
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Norfolk Bakeries Specializing in Wedding Cakes

One of the sweetest parts of a wedding day is, without a doubt, the cake! If…
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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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Rooftop Dining in Norfolk

There’s something quite magical about a rooftop dining experience. There’s the unique chance to escape the city’s…
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Attractions

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

Waterside District

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Allmand-Archer House | Private Residence

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Waterside Marina

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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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Pagoda Garden Tea House and Gallery

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Monticello Arcade

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E-Bike Alley | Pedego Norfolk Downtown

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Queen Street Baptist Church

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The Generic Theater

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Trail of Honor

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Virginia Symphony

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First Calvary Baptist Church

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Virginia Stage Company

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Legends of Music Walk of Fame

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Festivals of Festevents

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Hurrah Players

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St. John’s African Methodist Episcopal Church

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Scope Arena

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

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Lime Electric Scooter

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Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center

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Elizabeth River Trail

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TowneBank Building

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Chrysler Hall

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Battleship Wisconsin

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Mosaic Steel Orchestra

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Mermaids on Parade / Mermaid Trail

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Virginia Arts Festival

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Offsite Gallery

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Owen B. Pickett U.S. Custom House

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Schooner Virginia

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John Cary Weston House – Private Residence

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Naval Station Norfolk

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Hampton Roads Naval Museum

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Slover Library

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

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MacArthur Memorial

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Lone Sailor Statue

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Taylor-Whittle House – Private Residence

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Myers House

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Town Point Park

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TowneBank Fountain Park

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Epworth United Methodist Church

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End of Massive Resistance Wall

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Windows on History

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Addington-Petty Dickson House | Private Residence

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Kenmure (William Lamb House) – Private Residence

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Meet@319

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The Basilica of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises

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Freemason Street Baptist Church

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Norfolk State University

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Poplar Hall – Private Residence

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The Tide Light Rail

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Wells Theatre

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City Cruises Norfolk

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The NorVa

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West Point Monument at West Point Cemetery

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TCC Roper Performing Arts Center

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The Cannonball Trail

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Martin Luther King Monument

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Assembly

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Sail Nauticus

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Elmwood Cemetery

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Blue Ridge Excursions

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The Attucks Theatre

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American Rover Sailing Cruises

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Harbor Park

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Virginia Opera

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Norfolk State University Planetarium

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Armed Forces Memorial

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Sgt. Carney Marker

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The Perry Pavilion

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L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center

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First Baptist Church

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Town Point Club

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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.

Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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PBR Bar

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Hokkaido Sushi Bar

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The Norfolk Grille

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Benny Damato’s

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Cocojam

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WHERE TO STAY

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

Hilton Norfolk The Main

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Residence Inn by Marriott Norfolk Downtown

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Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel

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Norfolk Waterside Marriott Hotel and Convention Center

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Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown

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Glass Light Hotel & Gallery

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Courtyard 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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