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UNWIND FOR THE WEEKEND


IN NORFOLK, VA


Once things settle down, you can too in Norfolk, VA—a welcoming
waterfront city that’s easy to get to and a great place to relax
by the water during that much-needed escape.

FRESH PERSPECTIVES
Less than a five-hour drive from
metropolitan areas such as New York
City, Washington D.C., Baltimore,
and Raleigh, Norfolk is ideally situated
for a quick weekend getaway—an
ideal downshift from all this stress
and uncertainty. Soak in water views
while exploring the area’s 144 miles of
coastline. Stroll the harbor and stop at a
local restaurant or brewery. Or revel in
the fresh air as you experience the city
by bicycle on the unique, 10-plus mile
Elizabeth River Trail.

A MULTITUDE OF FLAVORS
After these past few months, everyone
is ready to sit back, relax, and
let someone else do the cooking.
Norfolk’s 600-plus independently
owned restaurants can’t wait to serve
you. Offering everything from fresh
Chesapeake Bay seafood and Southern
specialties to international cuisines, the
city’s innovative eateries will give you
the night off you’ve been longing for.
There’s even a bevy of family-friendly
options, including casual burger joints,
retro diners, and more.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
A vibrant city packed with museums,
parks, and historic attractions, Norfolk
is filled with activities for friends,
couples, and families alike. With
attractions like the world-renowned
Chrysler Museum, the Virginia Zoo,
Ocean View Beaches, the Norfolk
Botanical Garden, and the Nauticus
maritime museum—including the
historic Battleship Wisconsin—to
explore, you’ll have no problem finding
a great spot to spread out and enjoy
your time away.

Join us at VisitNorfolk.com.


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