Family Time

From sun up to sun down – there’s so much for your kids to do and see in Norfolk, VA. Set sail aboard the American Rover, get wild at the Virginia Zoo or even learn something new at the enchanting Slover Library. Let your inner child explore everything that Norfolk has to offer!

Norfolk Tour Company

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Our Beaches

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Pet Friendly Activities

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Cruise Information

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Golf Courses

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African American History in Norfolk

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Admirals Hockey

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Norfolk Tides Baseball

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Chrysler Museum / Perry Glass Studio

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Nauticus Museum / Battleship Wisconsin

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Museums

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Public Arts and Galleries

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Festivals in Norfolk

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Events

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

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Design Your Own Military Patch | Activity HQ

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Pre-K Art Play at the Chrysler Museum

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Abandon Ship at Nauticus

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Rope Making at Nauticus

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Cruise Market Days

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Abandon Ship – Winter Edition

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Boombox Rides

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Tour de ORF

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d’Art Spring Arts Camp

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Little Sprout Explorers April Series

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Spring Break Art Camps at the Goode Family Visual Arts School

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Homeschool Garden Stewards April Series

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Garden Artists: Plant Impressions

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Fort Norfolk Walking Tour

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Boombox Rides

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Member Exclusive: Little Critter Club

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BB-64 82nd Birthday Celebration

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Art Babies: Play with Water

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The Latest

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

Take the Amtrak to Norfolk, VA

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Top Farmers Markets in Norfolk, VA

What better way to taste fresh Norfolk cuisine than attending one of our farmers’ markets? Norfolk’s…

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2026 Mother’s Day Events in Norfolk, VA

Show mom how much you care this Mother’s Day by taking her out and about in Norfolk! There…

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Festivals in Norfolk

Norfolk plays host to plenty of extraordinary festivals and special events, providing entertaining and culturally enriched…

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Woman-Owned Businesses in Norfolk, VA

Supporting women-owned businesses is important, not just during Women’s History Month but…

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Your Guide to Norfolk Mermaids

The idea for Norfolk’s collection of mermaids began in 1999 with Norfolk attorney Peter Decker…

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A Weekend in Downtown Norfolk

Downtown Norfolk is the perfect destination for a fun-filled weekend. It’s got with never-ending historic…

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Recently Opened in Norfolk

Because Norfolk is always evolving and changing, we want to make sure you don’t miss out on all the new talented…

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Restaurants

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

Choongman Chicken Norfolk

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Afterglow Brewing

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Lomo Pizzeria

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S’mores Amore

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Zero’s

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Zeke’s Beans & Bowls

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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: Family Time Edition

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Civil War Sites in Norfolk

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Tales by Rails Guide

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Norfolk’s Cannonball Trail

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Armed Forces Memorial Guide

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City Guide

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April 2026 Events in Norfolk, VA

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