Visit Norfolk and discover the history, culture, and food that makes this city is one of the most vibrant in the country. If you’re planning a vacation to Norfolk Virginia, check out these tips on things to do while visiting.

Norfolk, VA is a historic seaside city and southeastern resort that sits at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. The area is known for its miles of waterfront property, living history museums and parks, including the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. You’ll find the beach enjoyable with a boardwalk and numerous shops and restaurants to enjoy. There are plenty of water sports to engage in including jet skiing and yachting.

Norfolk is a vibrant historic county in the East of England, comprising an area of 2,542 square kilometers. The county town is Norwich and the second-largest city is King’s Lynn. It borders on the northern coast of Norfolk and opening to the North Sea.

Vacation In Norfolk

England is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. It gets a bad rap for being rainy and foggy, but I’ve always loved the (read: any) weather there. That’s why when my girlfriend suggested we spend a week in Norfolk, I didn’t hesitate in saying “yes”.

Best Things to Do in Norfolk, Virginia

Plan a weekend trip to Norfolk in Southeastern Virginia where you can take a guided tour of the largest naval station in the world, view over 30,000 objects at the Chrysler Museum of Art, and take a stroll through the beautiful Norfolk Botanical Garden. Best things to do in Norfolk, VA for families include the Virginia Zoo, Nauticus National Maritime Center and Harbor Park. We recommend that you call the attractions and restaurants ahead of your visit to confirm current opening times.

1.Chrysler Museum of Art

© Chrysler Museum of Art

Located in the artistic district of Ghent overlooking a small body of water known as The Hague, the Chrysler Museum of Art is one of the major art museums in the Southeastern United States and one of the best things to do in Norfolk, Virginia. Originally founded as the Norfolk Museum of Arts and Sciences in 1933, the museum grew through a large donation of art by automotive heir Walter Chrysler and today is home to over 30,000 objects that span thousands of years of world history.

The collection includes sculpture from the Middle Ages, and American and European paintings by famous artists such as Tintoretto, Eugene Delacroix, Edouard Manet, Auguste Rodin, Paul Gauguin, Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol and Franz Kline. The Museum also houses one of the world’s greatest collections of glass, distinguished decorative arts, and an excellent collection of photography. Admission is free.

One Memorial Place, Norfolk, Virginia, Phone: 757-664-6200

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2.Norfolk Botanical Garden

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Norfolk Botanical Garden is a 155-acre public botanical garden that features over forty themed gardens, including seasonal gardens and a special WOW Children’s Garden.

Located on Azalea Garden Road, themed gardens include a tranquil Japanese Garden designed in the traditional hill and pond style of Japanese gardens; an Enchanted Forest filled with ancient oak, hickory, and pine trees that creates a haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers; a Hummingbird Garden that boasts a mixture of annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees that attract these tiny birds; and an amazing Tropical Display House, which features lush foliage and bright flowers that are found in tropical rainforests around the world. If you are wondering what to do in Norfolk, Virginia with kids, this is a great place to visit.

The World of Wonders: A Children’s Adventure Garden is a must for the kids with several interactive educational areas where children can learn about plants and botany through play.

6700 Azalea Garden Road, Norfolk, Virginia, Phone: 757 441 5830

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