DISTINCTLY NORFOLK
DYNAMIC. DIVERSE. DISTINCT.
NORFOLK, VIRGINIA
NORFOLK, VIRGINIA
With 144 miles of coastline and a vibrant downtown waterfront, Norfolk, Virginia is a fun, dynamic destination that’s easy to love. Wherever you stay, you are just a short distance from dozens of impressive chef-owned restaurants, exciting attractions, performing arts and unique meeting venues. Norfolk, the business and cultural heart of the Virginia waterfront, is just minutes from the Chesapeake Bay, Atlantic Ocean and regional attractions. If Virginia is for lovers, then you are sure to love Norfolk. Visit our website or stop by our Tourist Information Center to plan your trip today!
FESTIVALS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
ATTRACTIONS
With more than 130 special events on tap each year,
Take a tour of the Elizabeth River harbor on a
Norfolk is home to great festivals, outdoor concerts
majestic tall ship, watch world-renowned artists
and holiday celebrations. From Harborfest and the
blow glass at the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio,
Virginia Arts Festival to Holidays in the City and the
stroll through 155 acres of azaleas, roses and
bi-annual Virginia Wine Festival, it’s four seasons of
camellias at Norfolk Botanical Garden or relax at
fun in Norfolk.
the beach. If history is your thing, sign up for a boat
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or land tour of the world’s largest Naval Base, stop
DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
by the MacArthur Memorial, walk the Cannonball
Looking for a night out? When the sun goes down,
Trail, explore the Hampton Roads Naval Museum or
Norfolk comes alive. The city offers extraordinary
discover the power of the sea at Nauticus or aboard
culinary experiences from local favorites to
the Battleship Wisconsin.
affordable fine dining at one of many chef-owned restaurants. Sample wines at the Mermaid Winery,
SPORTS AND RECREATION
Virginia’s first urban winery, or head over to one of
Go fishing, kayak, learn how to sail, bike along
our local breweries. Don’t forget Norfolk’s growing
the Elizabeth River, or take a few swings at one of
coffeehouse scene; you might even catch an open
Norfolk’s two golf courses. Enjoy great professional
mic night! Whether meeting up with friends on
sports during your visit. Take in exciting AAA
Granby Street, strolling down Colley Avenue in
baseball action with the Norfolk Tides at downtown’s
Ghent, or watching the sunset in Ocean View,
Harbor Park, or an AHL hockey game with the
Norfolk’s many neighborhoods offer a variety of
Norfolk Admirals at the Norfolk Scope Arena.
cafés, clubs and pubs to enjoy!
ACCOMMODATIONS
This museum is one of only two comprehensive art
From full-service hotels to boutique inns and bed
museums in the United States with a glass studio.
and breakfasts, Norfolk offers more than 5,000 hotel
By night, try concerts on the harbor, a play at the
rooms to accommodate every budget and style.
Wells Theatre, live music at the NorVa or a stylish
OPENING IN 2017 Hilton Norfolk the Main will feature 300 exquisite guest rooms, including 11 suites, with stunning views of the Elizabeth River.
SHOPPING Norfolk’s urban shopping centers feature everything from popular national retailers at MacArthur Center and The Gallery at Military Circle to trendy boutiques, specialty shops and antiquing in Ghent.
MUSEUMS AND ARTS Norfolk is the Mid-Atlantic’s cultural cornerstone, with an array of fine and performing arts centers, great museums, galleries, live music and working artist studios. By day, stay cool inside the The MacArthur Memorial or the world-class Chrysler Museum of Art. Visit the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio to enjoy free glassblowing demonstrations.
evening at the Virginia Opera or Virginia Symphony.
GETTING AROUND Getting around in Norfolk is easy by bus or light rail. The Tide light rail route extends 7.4 miles from Eastern Virginia Medical Center east through downtown Norfolk, adjacent to I-264 to Newtown Road. Eighteen bus routes offer direct connection to six of the 11 Tide stations.
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ATTRACTIONS 1
American Rover Tall Ship Cruises
757-627-SAIL (7245) | www.americanrover.com 2
Armed Forces Memorial
1-800-368-3097 3 4
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Norfolk Botanical Garden
757-441-5830 | www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org
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The Cannonball Trail
orfolk History Museum at the N Willoughby-Baylor House
757-664-6200 | www.chrysler.org/about-the-museum/ historic-houses/willoughby-baylor-house/
Chrysler Museum of Art / Glass Studio
757-664-6200 | www.chrysler.org
Naval Station Norfolk
757-444-7955 | www.cnic.navy.mil/norfolksta/index.htm
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Ocean View Station Museum 757-531-0445 | www.ovsm.org
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Confederate Monument
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d’ART Center at Selden Arcade
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Elizabeth River Ferry
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Plum Point Park
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Police & Fire-Rescue Museum
757-625-4211 | www.d-artcenter.org
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757-222-6100 | www.gohrt.com/services/ferry 8
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument
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Monticello Arcade
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Moses Myers House
757-664-6200 | www.chrysler.org/about-the-museum/ historic-houses/the-moses-myers-house/
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auticus, Half Moone Cruise & Celebration N Center & Battleship Wisconsin 757-664-1000 | 1-800-664-1080 www.nauticus.org | www.halfmoone.org
Spirit of Norfolk
866-451-3866 | www.spiritofnorfolk.com
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Town Point Park
757-441-2345 | www.festevents.org 29
Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises
757-627-7406 | www.navalbasecruises.com
The MacArthur Memorial
757-441-2965 | www.macarthurmemorial.org
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
757-627-4353 | www.saintpaulsnorfolk.com
Hunter House Victorian Museum
757-623-9814 | www.hunterhousemuseum.org 13
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Hermitage Museum and Gardens
757-423-2052 | www.thehermitagemuseum.org
Slover Library
757-664-7323 | www.sloverlibrary.com
Hampton Roads Naval Museum 757-322-2987 | www.hrnm.navy.mil
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Generic Theater
757-441-2160 | www.generictheater.org 10
757-441-1526 | www.norfolk.gov/police/museum.asp
Fort Norfolk
www.norfolkhistorical.org/ftnorfolk
The Pagoda and Garden
757-622-0506 | www.pagodagarden.org
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Virginia Zoo
757-441-2374 | www.virginiazoo.org
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West Point Monument, Elmwood Cemetery
757-441-2653 | www.norfolk.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/ West-Point-Cemetery-52
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Windows on History
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Attucks Theatre
757-622-4763 | www.attuckstheatre.org
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Chrysler Hall
757-664-6464 | www.sevenvenues.com
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Harrison Opera House
757-623-1223 | www.vaopera.org
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T he Hurrah Players & The Perry Family Theatre 757-627-5437 | www.hurrahplayers.com
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L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center 757-823-2063 | www.nsu.edu/wilder
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Robin Hixon Theater 757-282-2822
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The NorVa
757-627-4547 | www.thenorva.com 40
idewater Community College / T Roper Performing Arts Center 757-822-1450 | www.tcc.edu/roper
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Virginia Opera
1-866-OPERA-VA (673-7282) | www.vaopera.org 42
Virginia Symphony Orchestra
757-892-6366 | www.virginiasymphony.org 44
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Wells Theatre
757-627-6988 | www.sevenvenues.com
The Gallery at Military Circle
757-461-0777 | www.galleryatmilitarycircle.com
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Ghent Shopping & Antiques www.destinationghent.com
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MacArthur Center
757-627-6000 | www.shopmacarthur.com
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Waterside Festival Marketplace
757-627-3300 | www.watersidemarketplace.com
SPORTS 49
Harbor Park / Norfolk Tides
757-622-2222 | www.norfolktides.com 50
Lambert’s Point Golf Club
757-489-1677 | www.virginiagolf.com 51
Norfolk Scope Arena / Norfolk Admirals
757-664-6464 | 757-640-1212 www.sevenvenues.com | www.norfolkadmirals.com
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Ocean View Golf Course
757-480-2094 | www.virginiagolf.com 53
Ted Constant Convocation Center
757-683-4444 | www.constantcenter.com
Virginia Stage Company
757-627-1234 | www.vastage.com
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SHOPPING
SCHOOLS 54
Eastern Virginia Medical School 757-446-5600 | www.evms.edu
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Norfolk State University 757-823-8600 | www.nsu.edu
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Old Dominion University 757-683-3000 | www.odu.edu
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Tidewater Community College 757-822-1122 | www.tcc.edu
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Virginia Wesleyan College 757-455-3200 | www.vwc.edu
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DIRECTIONS TO DOWNTOWN NORFOLK FROM WEST • I-64 East toward Richmond. Bypass Richmond with I-295 South (toward Norfolk/Virginia Beach). Take I-64 East to I-264 West to Exit 284A (toward Norfolk). Follow Exit 9 to Waterside Drive into downtown Norfolk. FROM NORTH • I-95 South toward Richmond to I-295 South (toward Norfolk, Virginia Beach). Take I-64 East to I-264 West to Exit 284A (toward Norfolk). Follow Exit 9 to Waterside Drive into downtown Norfolk. FROM WEST • Route 58 East (toward Norfolk) to I-264 East (toward Norfolk). Take the Waterside Drive Exit into downtown Norfolk. FROM SOUTH • I-95 North to Route 58 East (toward Norfolk). Take Route 58 East to I-264 East (toward Norfolk). Take the Waterside Drive Exit into downtown Norfolk.
While you are here, stop by our downtown Norfolk Tourist Information Center at 232 E. Main Street for more information and helpful resources.
232 E. Main St., Norfolk, VA 23510 visitnorfolktoday.com | 1-800-368-3097