Norfolk Attractions

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Spirit of Norfolk Dinner Cruise on the Elizabeth River
45
Dinner Cruises
from S$121.28 per adult
Spirit of Norfolk Lunch Cruise on the Elizabeth River
26
Day Cruises
from S$99.20 per adult
Norfolk Chronicles Walking History Tour
1
Walking Tours
from S$44.20 per adult (price varies by group size)
Norfolk Scavenger Hunt: Mystery of Norfolk
3
Self-guided Tours & Rentals
from S$17.00 per adult
Electric Bike Rental Downtown Norfolk (self guided tour)
30
E-Bike Tours
from S$69.06 per adult
Limousine Transportation....Round Trip Pick-Up and Drop-Off Special.
Ports of Call Tours
from S$530.38 per group (up to 12)
The Stars Have Aligned, for GROUPS of 10-16
2
Bus Tours
from S$1,148.02 per group (up to 15)
Pressed Flower Coasters
from S$21.26 per adult
Green Places, for GROUPS of 10-16
Bus Tours
from S$688.82 per group (up to 15)
1/2 Day E-Bike Tour of Norfolk's History and Art
E-Bike Tours
from S$109.12 per adult

Top Attractions in Norfolk

1. Battleship Wisconsin at Nauticus

Ships

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It is the class of ship that was instrumental to the war effort in the Second World War and in the Gulf War.

2. Norfolk Botanical Garden

Gardens

NBG offers extensive collections of native plants, azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias, hydrangeas and a wealth of other…

3. Chrysler Museum of Art

Art Museums

This museum claims to house more than 30,000 pieces of art; the collection originally was part of the personal art…

4. Nauticus

Speciality Museums

Exhibits, photos, illustrations and models reveal the the true story of this great battleship's historic cruises…

5. Virginia Zoo

Zoos

The Virginia Zoo is filled with various animals, exhibits and information that will entertain people of all ages.

6. Naval Station Norfolk

Military Bases & Facilities

See the history, buildings, and ships of our largest US Naval Station in the world.

7. Hampton Roads Naval Museum

Military Museums

The Museum has many model ships representing the centuries of military vessels that have plied the waves from the…

8. MacArthur Memorial

History Museums

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This Memorial traces the life and times of a great American and his family, from the 19th Century to Douglas…

9. Pagoda & Oriental Garden

Gardens

The Pagoda, a gift to the City of Norfolk from Taiwan was at one time an overlooked oasis in the Freemason area of…

10. Hermitage Museum and Gardens

History Museums

An Arts and Crafts home donated to the community by art patron and organizer Florence Sloane, the home features lavish…

11. MacArthur Center

Shopping Malls

As a result, he is buried at the center and the entire center highlights his life, career, his ultimate downfall.

12. The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio

Speciality Museums

The photos, many from drones, trace the evidence of global thirst and threatened sources.

13. Ocean View Fishing Pier

Piers & Boardwalks

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Ocean View Fishing Pier, the longest free-standing fishing pier in North America, was completed in 2005 on the site of…

14. Harbor Park

Sports Complexes

Harbor Park, home of the Class AAA Norfolk Tides, celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2012.

15. Virginia Stage Company at The Wells Theatre

Historic Sites • Theatres

Their productions have been varied to suit all tastes and age groups.

16. Lone Sailor Statue

Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues

This is a replica of original statue located in nation's capital city.

17. Town Point Park

Parks

This entire area is dedicated to the people of the City of Norfolk and its neighboring communities.

18. O'Connor Brewing Co.

Breweries

Located in a large warehouse with room to relax and enjoy a variety of beer styles in comfort.

19. Norfolk Premium Outlets

Factory Outlets

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The entire property sets in Norfolk with the Virginia Beach city line a few hundred feet away.

20. Norfolk Convention & Visitors Bureau Offices

Visitor Centres

21. Waterside

Shopping Malls

Open now

Waterside District is a reincarnation of the defunct Waterside Marketplace.

22. Norfolk Scope Arena

Arenas & Stadiums • Convention Centres

There are marching military bands, military drill teams, Irish dancers, outstanding vocalists and magnificent choirs.

23. Virginia International Tattoo

Cultural Events

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A patriotic international event with this years theme being "A Salute to the Women of NATO".

24. Slover Library

Libraries

They also host community events and it is becoming a new hub of downtown.

25. Mermaid Factory

Points of Interest & Landmarks

Each was inspired to create from different points-of-view: favorite colors, TV shows, seasons, etc.

26. Armed Forces Memorial

Monuments & Statues

Located in Town Point Park, this collection of correspondence from the Revolutionary War through the current conflict…

27. Skystar Wheel

Observation Decks & Towers

Open now

Four rotations in a climate controlled ferris wheel taking approximately 12 min.

28. NEX - Navy Exchange

Shopping Malls

This is the MALL for Sailors, Marines and all other service members stationed in and around Norfolk ], VA or traveling…

29. Smartmouth Brewing Company

Breweries

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Plenty of room with tables and an outdoor covered seating area.

30. Scotch and Soda the Lions

Points of Interest & Landmarks

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The owner/tour guide was awesome to share her stories and to open up her home for the tour.

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