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Things to see in Norfolk, Virginia (United States): 20 places and when to go
Norfolk, Virginia is a major city in United States with around 1,048,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (6), Museums and art (5), Wildlife (5). The best known are USS Wisconsin, Chrysler Museum of Art and Basilica of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 29. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 36.85, -76.28
- Population
- About 1,048,000
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (6) · Museums and art (5) · Wildlife (5) · Nature (4) · History (3) · With kids (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 465 km as the crow flies
What to see in Norfolk, Virginia
The places in and around Norfolk, Virginia, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- USS Wisconsin1943 Iowa-class battleship1.4 km
- Chrysler Museum of ArtArt museum in Norfolk, Virginia1.4 km
- Basilica of Saint Mary of the Immaculate ConceptionChurch building in Norfolk, United States of America384 m
- Dismal Swamp State ParkProtected area in North Carolina39 km
- Virginia Zoological Park53-acre (21 ha) zoo3.1 km
- Bacon's CastleLocated in Surry County, Virginia, USA, and is Virginia's oldest documented brick dwelling49 km
- Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife RefugeUnited States National Wildlife Refuge in Virginia32 km
- Nansemond National Wildlife RefugeNational Wildlife Refuge of the United States24 km
- MacArthur MemorialMuseums and art784 m
- Boykin's TavernPlace in Virginia listed on National Register of Historic Places39 km
- Hog Island Wildlife Management AreaProtected area of Virginia, United States47 km
- Great Bridge BridgeBridge in United States of America15 km
- Bench Top BreweryBrewery2.9 km
- Benchtop BrewingBrewery3.0 km
- Chesapeake PlanetariumPlanetarium15 km
- COVA Brewing CompanyBrewery12 km
- McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 HornetMulti-role combat aircraft family by McDonnell Douglas8.4 km
- Rip Rap Brewing Co.Brewery2.3 km
- Smartmouth BrewingBrewery3.2 km
- Waters Edge WineryWinery6.0 km
When to go to Norfolk, Virginia
The best time to visit Norfolk, Virginia is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:44
- FebPossible10:38
- MarBest time11:43
- AprBest time12:57
- MayBest time13:58
- JunBest time14:31
- JulBest time14:17
- AugBest time13:25
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:02
- NovPossible9:59
- DecPossible9:29
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 29. In April, 20 of the 20 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Norfolk, Virginia
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 465 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Hampton, Virginia17 places21 km
- Virginia Beach, Virginia27 places27 km
- Hayes5 places58 km
- Kitty Hawk, North Carolina11 places100 km
- Durham9 places111 km
- Richmond, Virginia38 places130 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Norfolk, Virginia?
The best known: USS Wisconsin, Chrysler Museum of Art, Basilica of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception, Dismal Swamp State Park, Virginia Zoological Park. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Norfolk, Virginia?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 31 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 29.
How do you get to Norfolk, Virginia?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 465 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Norfolk, Virginia as the destination and these 20 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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