Downtown Norfolk, VA
Norfolk
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Popular places to visit
Waterside District
A riverside district with restaurants, bars and nightclubs stands beside a scenic park and promenade with cycle and running lanes.
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.
Chrysler Hall
Lovers of the arts, including the symphony and theatrical shows, will appreciate this revered performing arts center, the heart of the city’s cultural life.
Town Point Park
Escape to an urban waterfront park for relaxation, historic appreciation and hours of fun-filled activities.
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.
Nauticus National Maritime Center
Learn, touch and observe at the waterfront maritime science museum dedicated to Norfolk’s naval history.
Downtown Norfolk Hotel Deals
Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Nice room
Reviewed on 2026/2/19
Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown
I loved the hotel. The hallways were a little chilly as it is being remolded. But beautiful and the location is ideal.
Reviewed on 2026/2/18
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
Great stay! Clean, good amenities, and walking distance to restaurants and bars.
Reviewed on 2026/2/17
Hilton Norfolk The Main
Room was very clean and the view was amazing
Reviewed on 2026/2/16
Courtyard by Marriott Norfolk Downtown
The front desk staff were semi-friendly, but often weren’t at the desk. That wouldn’t have been as much of a problem if I didn’t need their assistance to get ice since none of the ice machines worked on the floors. Also, I wasn’t able to take a shower during my stay because the room we received was ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/20
Holiday Inn Va Beach-Oceanside (21st St) by IHG
Great staff and location
Reviewed on 2026/2/16
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Norfolk
West Freemason
While you're in West Freemason, take in top sights like Hunter House Victorian Museum and jump on the metro at York Street-Free Mason Station to see more of the city.
Norfolk Auto Row Historic District
Though Norfolk Auto Row Historic District might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Harrison Opera House and Chrysler Museum of Art.
Ghent
While Ghent isn't home to many top sights, Chrysler Museum of Art and Harrison Opera House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Olde Huntersville
Olde Huntersville might not have many top sights, but Harrison Opera House and Norfolk Scope are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Camellia Shores
Camellia Shores might not have many top sights, but Norfolk Botanical Garden and Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Fleet
Visitors to Fleet enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Naval Station Norfolk is worth a stop.
