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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.
Step Inside Norfolk’s Little Slice of Italy at Mercato Di Grazia
15 July 2026What: Mercato Di Grazia Where: 245 Granby St., Norfolk, VA Hours: Daily 10 a.m.-7 p.m. except Sunday More Information: https://mercatodigrazia.com/ When stepping through the doors of Mercato Di…
Top Things to Do in Ocean View and East Beach
13 July 2026Did you know that Norfolk has its very own sandy beach? The areas of Ocean View (or “OV,” as the locals call it) and East Beach are your gateway to beach days, sandcastles, water activities, seafood and gorgeous sunsets. These beaches…
Norfolk College Guide for Students
13 July 2026Welcome to your college experience in Norfolk, VA! Whether you’re enrolled at Old Dominion University, Batten University (formerly Virginia Wesleyan), Tidewater Community College or Norfolk State University—and regardless if you’re a first year student…
August 2026 Events Guide
13 July 2026August in Norfolk is heating up, and we’ve got an incredible lineup to help you make the most of the rest of the season. Catch music legends Barry Manilow at Chartway Arena on August 8 and Josh Groban on August 16, then head to the waterfront for the 43rd Annual Norfolk…
VisitNorfolk Appoints New President and Chief Executive Officer
10 July 2026NORFOLK, VIRGINIA (July 9, 2026) — VisitNorfolk today announced the appointment of Sarah Hughes as its next President and Chief Executive Officer following a national search. Hughes, who has served the…
Vote for Norfolk as the Local Palate’s “Best Culinary Town of the South”
01 July 2026The city is competing against 15 Southern destinations for a chance to be featured on the cover of The Local Palate’s Best Culinary Towns of the South issue. Norfolk, Va. (June…
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Norfolk’s Handsome Biscuit competes for bragging rights in online bracket challenge: Best biscuit in the South
01 April 2024Learn MoreHampton Roads businesses ready for busy event weekend, bringing in tourism dollars
01 April 2024Learn More‘A tremendous challenge:’ Work underway in Norfolk to prepare for cruise ship re-routed from Baltimore
01 April 2024Learn MoreGuides & Itineraries
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