Norfolk Virginia Attractions


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Norfolk Virginia Attractions Norfolk, Virginia, is the home of the world's largest Navy base, exciting restaurant and nightclub districts, unique shops, cruise boats and ferries, nationally recognized museums, a zoo, and a beautiful botanical garden. There's more than enough to fill your visit with fun.
American Rover The tall ship sails daily April through October from the dock at the Waterside Marketplace. Harbor cruises.	Nauticus The National Maritime Center is a science center exploring the power of the sea. It includes the Hampton Roads Naval Museum and the Battleship Wisconsin.
Elizabeth River Ferry Take this pedestrian ferry to visit Olde Towne Portsmouth. It's fast, cheap and offers a panoramic harbor view. Operates every 30 minutes.	Chrysler Museum of Art One of America's great fine arts museums. Comprising 30,000 objects, the permanent collection spans over 5,000 years of world history.
Spirit of Norfolk The largest ship cruising the harbor and has two climate controlled decks, open strolling decks, lounge seating, dance floors, and buffet dining. Daily lunch and dinner cruises.	Naval Station Norfolk tour The world's largest naval station. Don't miss the bus tours conducted by Navy personnel. Pass historic homes from the 1907 Jamestown Exposition.
ODU Orchid Conservatory The Kaplan Orchid Conservatory greenhouse at Old Dominion University is new and open to the public. See the beautiful flowers.	Norfolk Botanical Garden 155 acres of colorful landscapes, unusual flowers, mature forests and seasonal plantings. Large collections of azaleas, camellias, roses and rhododendrons.
MacArthur Center Mall A couple blocks from the waterfront, the MacArthur Center Mall offers upscale shopping at 140 stores (including Nordstrom) and 17 places to eat.	Virginia Zoo Displays nearly 400 animals, ranging from African elephants to Siberian tigers. Adjacent to Norfolk's Lafayette Park and bordered by the Lafayette River.
Ghent This historic and trendy neighborhood has many interesting boutiques, cafes, theatres and galleries.	Waterside Festival Marketplace The centerpiece of the waterfront offers food, fun and entertainment. Waterside has some shops, but the restaurants and clubs are the big draws.