What to do In Norfolk, VA
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Places To Go In Norfolk
Welcome, traveler, to Norfolk. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Norfolk
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Norfolk. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Norfolk? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Norfolk attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Popular places to visit in Norfolk
Naval Station Norfolk
Tour the world’s largest naval complex and see some of the U.S. Navy’s most powerful ships.
Old Dominion University
Explore the campus of Old Dominion University, a top college in Norfolk. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Norfolk Scope
Catch an event at Norfolk Scope during your trip to Norfolk. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Norfolk Botanical Garden
Walk among azaleas, camellias and rosebushes. Watch pelicans in flight and absorb the scents of exotic blooms.
USS Wisconsin BB-64
Walk the decks and corridors of a World War II battleship, a floating fortress that also saw action in the Korean and Gulf Wars.
Chrysler Hall
Enjoy a performance at Chrysler Hall, a theater with a story to tell in Norfolk. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.