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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.

Ordonez Serves Up Filipino-American Flavor with Norfolk Soul 

19 May 2025
What: Alkaline Ramen Where: 742 W. 21st St. Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday; closed on Monday and Tuesday Details: www.alkalineramen.com/  Technically, it’s factual to say that Alkaline is a…
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Celebrate Hampton Roads Pride in ‘25 

15 May 2025
June means many things to people in Norfolk, from the rapidly warming temps to the kickoff of Harborfest and beach days. But it’s also the time of year when Hampton Roads’ LGBTQIA+ community comes out in full force to celebrate the region’s…
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June 2025 Events Guide 

15 May 2025
Well, would you look at that? June, already! This month in Norfolk is defined by live music, waterfront festivals, historic observances and film and art programming. Here’s just a small sampling of Mermaid City’s late spring/early summer offerings. Norfolk Tides…
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Things to Do for Father’s Day in Norfolk, VA

15 May 2025
Looking for the perfect Dad date or outing this Father’s Day? We’ve rounded up the best things to do with Dad in Norfolk. Whether you celebrate Dad on Father’s Day or every day, create a lasting memory with him in Norfolk this year…
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The Ultimate Guide to Seafood in Norfolk

13 May 2025
From the Chesapeake Bay to the Elizabeth River, Norfolk is surrounded by water; we have 144 miles of shoreline to be exact. This means an abundance of fresh seafood is available in our restaurants. You can find seafood in almost every form…
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Family Activities in Norfolk, VA

13 May 2025
Looking for family-friendly fun in Norfolk? Look no further. Norfolk is the perfect place for you and the kids to explore, learn, seek adventure and make some unforgettable memories together. From outdoor adventures and educational opportunities to spectacular…
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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

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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

01 April 2024Learn More

‘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: Outdoor Recreation Edition

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Armed Forces Memorial Guide

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Norfolk’s Cannonball Trail

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Norfolk Rack Card

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Tales by Rails Guide

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Civil War Sites in Norfolk

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Virginia International Tattoo

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Must Seas: Cuisine & Cocktails Edition

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Must Seas: Quick Getaway Edition

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Must Seas: Nightlife Edition

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Must Seas: LGBTQ+ Edition

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Must Seas: Sports Edition

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Must Seas: Shopping Edition

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Must Seas: Multicultural Edition

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Must Seas: Perfect Dates Edition

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Must Seas: Being on the Water Edition

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Must Seas: Family Time Edition

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Norfolk Coloring Sheet

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Must Seas: Vacation Edition

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Must Seas: Staycation Edition

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Must Seas: Arts & Entertainment Edition

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Must Seas: History Edition

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City Guide

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November Events Guide

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