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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SUNSETS ON THE RIVER

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Sail250® Virginia

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Sail250® Virginia

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Harborfest 50th Anniversary

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Harborfest 50th Anniversary

Each June, the city of Norfolk hosts one of the East Coast’s favorite festivals…

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Naval Station Norfolk Open for Sail250®

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Hampton Roads PrideFest 2026

Celebrate Pride PrideFest is the centerpiece of Pride Weekend—bringing…

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Cities of the Future

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Coastal Crafts at Nauticus

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Kayak Volunteer Litter Cleanup

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2026 ERT + NKR Group Paddles

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Boombox Rides

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Maritime Corrosion

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ERT – Silent Read Along Sundays

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Trivia Night at COVA

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Boombox Rides

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Norfolk Historic Ships Father’s Day Signature Dinner Cruise

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My Battleship Backyard

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My Battleship Backyard

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My Battleship Backyard

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Volunteer Day: Ryan Resilience Lab Conservation Landscaping

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My Battleship Backyard

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2026 Trail Beautification Days on the ERT

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The Latest

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

July 2026 Events Guide

July is special because it marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, leading to…

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Summer 2026: So Much to See and Do

If summer is when Norfolk’s waterfront comes alive, then 2026 will be one of the liveliest years…

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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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Spoil Mom This Mother’s Day in Norfolk

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

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How to Spend Memorial Day Weekend In Norfolk

Memorial Day means so much more than a three-day weekend, and here in Norfolk…

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5 Must-Have Norfolk Experiences for the Solo Traveler

Traveling solo can be a truly liberating experience. From start to…

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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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Romantic Getaway to Norfolk

Escape to Norfolk for a romantic getaway to experience waterfront sunsets, unforgettable cuisine and friendly…

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Restaurants

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

City Cruises Norfolk

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Willoughby By the Bay

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Waterside District

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Surf Rider East Beach

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Stony’s Dockside Bar and Grill

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Longboards

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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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