Being On The Water

Norfolk, VA is a friendly, modern port city nestled where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. It is home to the world’s largest naval station, one of the East Coast’s largest ports, and with rivers, creeks and beaches all around, it should come as no surprise that water is a large part of life in Norfolk.

Our Beaches

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Pet Friendly Activities

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Cruise Information

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African American History in Norfolk

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Fishing

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Marinas

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Festivals in Norfolk

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Learn to Sail

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Water Sport Rentals

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Harbor Cruises

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Local Eats in Ocean View / East Beach

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Things to Do in Ocean View / East Beach

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Events

Every season is event season in Norfolk. See what’s on deck.

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Norfolk Harborfest ’23

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Harborfest Fireworks on the American Rover

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Sunsets on the River

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Big Bands on the Bay Summer Concert Series

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Slow-Mo Sunday Group Ride

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Juneteenth in the Park

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Father’s Day Afternoon Sail

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Sunrise Yoga + Coffee On The River

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PrideFest

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The Latest

Check out the latest, and greatest, happenings in the city.

Guide to Harborfest

Norfolk, Virginia plays host to an annual festival favorite, Norfolk Harborfest! Every June, the city celebrates nautical…
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By Land, Sea, or Air, Outdoor Adventures Await

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Our Picks for Best Large Convention Cities in the USA

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Norfolk Getaway: Fantastic Things to Do in Norfolk VA

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Spectacular Things Do To In Norfolk Virginia With Kids

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Virginia Tidewater

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Go There: A Magical Weekend In Norfolk, VA

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Downtown Norfolk Is A Great Place To Live And Work

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Restaurants

You’ve got 600+ indie restaurants in Norfolk to try. Start here.

City Cruises Norfolk

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Grain

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Waterside Seafood Company

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Willoughby Fish House

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Blue Moon Taphouse

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Ocean View Fishing Pier Restaurant

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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.

Must Seas: Being on the Water Edition

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City Guide

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Outdoor Recreation In Norfolk

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