02/13/2021
Happy Galentine's Day! ๐ Grab your girls for a socially distanced day out this month at some of our cutest places, like Grain's rooftop patio or the sunny front porch of Press 626 Wine Bar ๐ฅ
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Nestled where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, Norfolk is the cultural, financial and entertainment heart of the Virginia waterfront. Norfolk is perfect for boaters, families, meetings, conventions, reunions, romantic getaways and more. Our Core Values: Appreciation- we want you to know we're happy you're here Community- we grow, and go together - a rising tide lifts all ships Diversity- we welcome and celebrate a melting pot of people, cultures and ideas Ingenuity- we face challenges with action, creativity and tenacity Malleability- we encourage, embrace and enable positive change Authenticity- we stay true to ourselves, our history and our heart
Nestled where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, Norfolk is the cultural, financial and entertainment heart of the Virginia waterfront. Norfolk is perfect for boaters, families, meetings, conventions, reunions, romantic getaways and more. Our Core Values: Appreciation- we want you to know we're happy you're here Community- we grow, and go together - a rising tide lifts all ships Diversity- we welcome and celebrate a melting pot of people, cultures and ideas Ingenuity- we face challenges with action, creativity and tenacity Malleability- we encourage, embrace and enable positive change Authenticity- we stay true to ourselves, our history and our heart
Mission: VisitNorfolk is the official tourism promotion agency for the city of Norfolk, Virginia, and a travel and visitor resource for information on hotels, packages, attractions, events and things to do.
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02/13/2021
Your NorFORK Friday feature comin' atcha today from Colley Coach House ๐๐ณ where you'll find menu options like this Pan Seared Dry Packed Scallops dish with dirty rice, French cut string beans, romesco and a sunny side up duck egg
02/12/2021
"One of our favorite family activities is spending the day at our local zoo! Naia gets to run around and look at all the animals while we feel safe outdoors and social distancing! Naiaโs favorite animals to watch has to be the giraffe and the monkeys!" ๐ฆ๐
- Ruu Amine of ruu_travels at The Virginia Zoo
02/12/2021
Norfolk Events Calendar | Norfolk Events & Things to Do
Looking for something fun to do around the city? ๐ฅณ Weโve got you covered with a calendar full of safe Norfolk events on our website!
Looking for what to do in Norfolk, VA? View the local events calendar to find holiday, arts, music, nightlife, festivals, kid-friendly and sports events.
02/11/2021
Major Leaguer Sam Allen on Faith, Family & Baseball
A fantastic feature by The 700 Club on Negro League legend and Norfolk native Sam Allen, a beloved and frequent visitor to Norfolk Tides' Harbor Park with an outstanding baseball backstory โพ๏ธ
#BlackHistoryMonth
In 2020, the MLB recognized the Negro Leagues as a major league making Sam Allen an even greater inspiration to his hometown of Norfolk, Virginia. Sam Allen shares his story of faith, family, and a love of baseball.
02/11/2021
Delightful Valetine's Date ideas in Downtown Norfolk โค๏ธ
https://www.downtownnorfolk.org/feature/valentine-s-day-delightful-dates
02/10/2021
'GMA' Deals & Steals celebrating Black-owned small businesses
Congrats to Norfolk's own small-biz owner, Erica, of Sugar and Grace Co. for being featured on Good Morning America! ๐ฏ๏ธ You can find S+G Co. inside Selden Market to make your own DIY candles.
Score exclusive savings on Tory Johnson's latest deals.
02/10/2021
Nestled among the cobblestone streets of Freemason is the boutique inn and restaurant, Four Eleven York. Enjoy a romantic getaway or staycation here and slumber like a royal on a Hypnos mattress (the exclusive supplier of mattresses for the residences of the Royal Family) and take a much needed deep soak in their volcanic limestone soaking tub.
More getaway options ๐ http://bit.ly/3bC2Chy
02/09/2021
National Pizza Day is here! ๐ Benny Damato's will be serving up heart-shaped pizzas on Cupidโs holiday upon request! โฅ๏ธ Order the week of Valentineโs Day to enjoy your love-shaped masterpiece.
๐ธ @_slh
02/09/2021
Did you know that Norfolk is NATO's North American Headquarters?
๐ช๐ธ๐บ๐ธ๐ฌ๐ง๐ง๐ฌ Our NATO mermaid recently got covered in beautiful snow - do you think we'll get another round of flurries again this week?
๐ท Annette Caroscio Averitt
02/08/2021
Norfolk Celebrates Black History Month
Weโre proud to have such a rich African American history throughout our city! ๐ผ One of our favorite historical sites is the Attucks Theatre, the oldest remaining legitimate theatre in the nation that was completely financed, designed, constructed and operated by African Americans. Celebrate Black History Month by visiting these monuments and sites throughout Norfolk:
Norfolkโs melting pot culture is what has shaped the city to what it is today and the influence from the African American community has played a key role in the transformation. From our rich history
02/08/2021
Celebrate Black History Month by supporting these local favorite Black-owned businesses ๐ฅฉ๐ฅ
๐ https://bit.ly/BlackOwnedNFK
02/07/2021
We're loving the new bright look of the Ocean View Fishing Pier! ๐ฃ
๐ท bora.gur
02/07/2021
Valentine's Day | Norfolk, VA
20 events and experiences to celebrate Valentine's Day this year in Norfolk, VA โค๏ธโค๏ธ
Valentine's Day Events in Norfolk, VA.
02/06/2021
One of our favorite places to dig in with our chopsticks is Alkaline, which serves up warm bowls of Ramen and eclectic Japanese street food ๐ฅข๐ฅก
02/06/2021
Welcome to Norfolk, Brothers Norfolk and Major Phillie Cheesesteaks! ๐ฅฉ๐ฅชFind more new places at the link below:
๐ http://bit.ly/NewInNFK
02/05/2021
Glass Hearts at Chrysler Museum of Art Perry Glass Studio
Say โI love you!โ with a hot, handmade Valentineโs Day gift โฅ๏ธ Work with The Chrysler Museum of Art's Glass Studio team to sculpt a hot-glass heart that your loved one will cherish forever. Better yet, sign up your sweetheart or family to make a special memory.
๐ท Jennifer Alexis Hand
02/05/2021
Get prepared for Valentine's or Galentine's Day with these top sweet treats in Norfolk! ๐ง๐ฌ๐ช
http://bit.ly/35gcInk
02/04/2021
Romantic Getaway to Norfolk, VA
Weโre treating ourselves to a mini-staycation in one of these beautifully romantic hotels this Valentineโs Day. Where will you be celebrating? โค๐ง
Love is in the air in Norfolk, VA. Candlelit dining, splurging on suites and strolls along the waterfront, make for the perfect love-filled getaway.
02/04/2021
Be it a mid-day treat or after-dinner dessert, tarts from La Brioche Norfolk are perfect at any time of day! ๐๐
02/03/2021
Norfolk Botanical Garden is celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth w/ FREE admission Thursdays in February, to honor the 220 African-American WPA workers who cleared dense vegetation & planted the first azaleas in the late 1930s.
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02/03/2021
How are you celebrating Mardi Gras this year?? ๐คฉ๐ We love indulging in The Bonbonnier's beautifully festive King Cakes!
02/02/2021
Celebrate Black History Month by supporting these Black-owned businesses in Norfolk, VA ๐ค Tag your favorites below!
๐ https://bit.ly/BlackOwnedNFK
02/02/2021
A fun spin on Chocolate Covered Strawberries at Doumar's Cones and Barbecue! Which would you prefer, the ice cream version or the real deal? ๐๐ซ๐ฆ
02/01/2021
African American History in Norfolk, VA
African Americans have played a key role in the development of our historic seaport since its establishment in the 1600s. โต Explore the richness of the African American experience in Norfolk through an exciting array of attractions, events, shopping, dining and exhibits. ๐ค
Happy #BlackHistoryMonth!
Learn more about the African American influence on Norfolk's history, including the Underground Railroad, visit Attucks Theatre and West Point Monument.
02/01/2021
'Light show' at The Chrysler Museum
Have you seen the 'light show' at The Chrysler Museum of Art yet? ๐คฉ
NORFOLK "So pretty," whispered Pat Costello, as she and her husband entered a gallery last week at the Chrysler Museum of Art.
01/31/2021
WanderLove: A Road Trip From Williamsburg to Norfolk - Virginia's Travel Blog
2021 will be the year of road trips - Here's one of our favorites from Virginia is for Lovers, a road trip from Williamsburg to Norfolk, VA ๐๐ณ
Wanderlust is defined as a strong desire to travel, but here in Virginia, we call that feeling WanderLove. And while travel is a little bit different in 2020 due to COVID-19, you can still explore Virginiaโs endless beauty with an epic road trip! To help you plan your next vacation out on the open...
01/31/2021
Enjoy these sunsets with your sweetheart and more at these romantic spots in Norfolk, VA ๐
๐ http://bit.ly/NFKRomanticGetaway
01/30/2021
5 fabulous LGBTQIA day trips from 5 major cities | Orbitz
We're honored to be included in Orbitz's 5 Fabulous LGBTQIA day trips from major cities, naming Norfolk as a "well-worth" it trip from Washington DC! ๐ณ๏ธโ๐๐
For LGBTQIA travelers, itโs also prime time to discover new, gay-friendly destinations where local communities welcome you with rainbow colors.
01/30/2021
Stained Glass Window Driving Tour of Norfolk, VA
Southeastern Virginia is home to some of the countryโs most historic churches, many graced by stained glass masterworks. ๐ Take an afternoon to visit these sacred spaces and be transformed by the power of these windows.
Virginia Arts Festival
View The Virginia Arts program stained glass driving itinerary and take an afternoon visiting some of the countyโs most historic churches in Norfolk, VA.
01/29/2021
40 outstanding virtual museum tours
Norfolk's The Chrysler Museum of Art is in great company in this MSN feature of 40 Outstanding Virtual Museum Tours. ๐ผ Check them out and see what this local favorite venue has to offer!
40 outstanding virtual museum tours
01/29/2021
The Battleship Wisconsin at Nauticus covered in snow this morning! โ๏ธโ๏ธ
01/28/2021
Happy snow day in Norfolk! โ๏ธ
๐ท fredwrose
01/28/2021
Valentine's Day | Norfolk, VA
Celebrate Valentine's Day safely this year with these romantic experiences and events throughout Norfolk! โค๏ธ๐ง
Valentine's Day Events in Norfolk, VA.
01/27/2021
I just voted in the TRAVEL + LEISURE 2021 Worldโs Best Awards survey.
We're honored that Norfolk has been included in Travel + Leisure's 2021 World's Best Awards! ๐ Vote now for your favorite travel experiences below:
Vote now and you will be entered for a chance to win one of several prizes! #TLWorldsBest
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Winterfest on the Wisconsin
Amazing Grace - VA International Tattoo
NEON Arts District Murals
Exploring The NEON District murals with Tony & Sara of The Detour Duo ๐จ
Hydrobikes by Hund's Recycle & Hydro Factory
See Norfolkโs eclectic inlets by water on a hydrobike from Hund's Recycle & Hydro Factory Inc ๐ฒ Our team tested these out this week and had a very fun and relaxing time on the tides! ๐
World Tourism Day 2020 - Let's Go There
From international cuisine on historic Restaurant Row to our beaches along the Chesapeake Bay, there's so much to explore in our own backyard. ๐๐ฆช When the time is right to get on the road, we have a few ideas on where to go. #LetsMakePlans today on World Tourism Day.
Together At Last - With the Family
At last! Escape with your kids... or from them in Norfolk-Virginia Beach, with deals and discounts to help you make the most of 2020 โต๏ธ Get your 'At Last' pass for free today! ๐ http://visitnorfolkvabeach.com #nfkvb Visit Virginia Beach
Reconnect... At Last
Reconnect with the ones you love in a place youโre sure to fall in love with. We teamed up with Visit Virginia Beach to bring you the best deals in both cities, with miles of shoreline, restaurants and art. Because we all know weโre better when weโre together ๐ http://visitnorfolkvabeach.com
Art at Hilton Norfolk The MAIN
From pop to traditional, photography to sculpture, the art on display at Hilton Norfolk THE MAINHilton Norfolk THE MAIN has something beautiful and thought provoking for every guest to enjoy ๐จ
Together At Last - With Friends
Fun in your own backyard... that's not your own backyard. Save big this summer in Norfolk-Virginia Beach with our 'At Last' Pass - free to claim at the link below: visitnorfolkvabeach.com #nfkvb Visit Virginia Beach
Together At Last - With the One You Love
Spend some time with the one you love in a place you're sure to fall in love with. โฅ๏ธ Save big this summer in Norfolk-Virginia Beach with our 'At Last' Pass - free to claim at the link below: visitnorfolkvabeach.com #nfkvb Visit Virginia Beach
Michelangelo - A Different View (Norfolk, VA)
Michelangelo - A Different View opens TODAY! Enjoy the masterpieces of the Sistine Chapel at eye level in this new exhibit inside MacArthur Center Aug 7-30. Brought to you by the Virginia Arts Festival โ๏ธ ULV disinfecting fogger used 2x per day, one-way walking paths to distance visitors, plexi-glass barriers, and hand sanitizer stations available. Masks required.
Together At Last with Family
At last! Escape with your kids... or from them in Norfolk-Virginia Beach, with deals and discounts to help you make the most of this summer โ๏ธโ Get your 'At Last' pass for free today ๐ visitnorfolkvabeach.com #nfkvb Visit Virginia Beach
A new restaurant on the water, BB64 Cafe is the sister restaurant of local favorite, 757 Crave Downtown. โญ๏ธ Youโll find it on the Nauticus front porch next to the Battleship Wisconsin with a beachy atmosphere, sake cocktails and a mix of Asian and American food, a nod to the American battleship which traveled to the Asian-Pacific ๐
COVA Brewing Company
New in town! Cova Brewing Company recently opened at Occean View, serving both craft beer AND coffee in their beachy atmosphere. ๐บโ The owners previously worked in the health industry and have implemented strict sanitation and distancing measures for their self-serve beer and wine options - they even installed UVC lighting and brass taps for germicidal measures. ๐ Have you visited yet?
Unknown Outcome Exhibit - Hermitage Museum and Gardens
What looks like plants along this wall at the Hermitage Museum and Gardens is actually an art installation made of bio-degradable bags ๐๏ธโ The new 'Unknown Outcome' exhibit features 12 local artists' responses to human impact on the environment. Free for the rest of 2020! ๐โ . ๐๏ธ 'Growing Concern' by Karen & Alexander Rudd (Norfolk, VA)โ Get 10% off items in their eclectic gift shop with the 'At Last' pass - free to sign up for here ๐ visitnorfolkvabeach.com
At Last Reconnect with the Ones You Love
At last, reconnect with the ones you love in a place youโre sure to fall in love with. Norfolk and Visit Virginia Beach are bringing you the best deals of the summer with miles of shoreline, restaurants and art. Because we all know weโre better when weโre together. ๐ http://visitnorfolkvabeach.com
At Last, A Weekend Away With The One You Love the Most
Trade your own backyard for ours with the one you love the most โฅ๏ธ Get free discounts all summer at the best attractions and restaurants in Norfolk-Virginia Beach with our new 'At Last' pass ๐๏ธ Get yours today ๐ visitnorfolkvabeach.com
Fireworks in Downtown Norfolk, VA
Happy Fourth of July! We figured we'd bring you some virtual fireworks from years' past at Harborfest ๐ ๐ธStephanie Sprinkle
Dophins off the coast of Norfolk, VA
Lots of dolphins spotted off the Norfolk, VA coast this week!! ๐ฌ How many can you count? ๐ธ bby.chkn, Instagram
Discounted Battleship-Only tickets
Nauticus reopens July 3 with new adventures on deck like Battleship-only tickets, small group sailing and behind-the-scenes aquairum tours. โต๏ธ Advanced, online tickets required at nauticus.org
Together At Last with Friends
Fun in your backyard... that's NOT your backyard ๐ Enjoy this summer with friends in Norfolk-Virginia Beach and get free discounts at the best attractions and restaurants in both cities with your 'At Last' pass... because we're better together ๐โ visitnorfolkvabeach.com #NFKVB Visit Virginia Beach
Fritillary Farm at Norfolk Botanical Garden
Swing by Norfolk Botanical Garden every Wednesday from 9am-12pm and you'll find locally grown fruits and veggies for sale by Fritillary Farm! ๐ ๐ฅฌ
Together At Last for Families: Norfolk-Virginia Beach
At last! Ecape with your kids... or from them in Norfolk - Virginia Beach, with deals and discounts to help you make the most of this summer โ๏ธ Get your FREE 'At Last' Pass today ๐ visitnorfolkvabeach.com
At Last... reconnect in Norfolk-Virginia Beach
At lastโฆ you can reconnect with the ones you love in a place youโre sure to fall in love with. Norfolk and Virginia Beach are teaming up to bring you the best deals of the summer with many miles of beautiful shoreline, chef-owned restaurants and eclectic art. Because we all know weโre better when weโre together. visitnorfolkvabeach.com
Waterside Marina
Tell us one good thing that happened to you this week โ๏ธ ๐ Waterside Marina ๐ธ travisdraft
Wine Tasting While Socially Distanced with Toast & Perro Blanco
The struggles of wine tasting with friends while social distancting, brought to you by the hilarious dudes of Toast and Perro Blanco Mezcaleria ๐ท
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Welcome to Norfolk!
Nor-fok, or Naw-fok, no matter how you pronounce it, the experience will always be the same: fun, vibrant entertainment and culture, delicious cuisine and 144 miles of shoreline waiting to be explored!
With the Chesapeake Bay, Atlantic ocean and countless rivers in our backyard, you are never far from the water. Norfolk's thriving arts community welcomes you into its studios, galleries and up and down the streets of downtown, the NEON Arts District and beyond. If youโre looking for world-class cuisine, look no further! From traditional Southern fare to a wide range of nouveau and international offerings Norfolkโs eateries offer something for everyone โ and every appetite.
Discover why Norfolk was named Favorite American City for 2018 and was selected as one of the Top 50 Places to Travel in 2017 in the world!
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The Wisconsin looks great this year.
Some of the sights of Downtown Norfolk at the beginning of December.
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Tickets Are Going Fast So Grab Yours Now!!โฌ๏ธโฌ๏ธโฌ๏ธ
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Nauticus
Tomorrow should be a lot warmer for seaside yoga, see you there! All ages, fitness levels, injuries, etc etc welcome!!!
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Hello everyone! My name is Andi Mabry and I am conducting research related to COVID-19 and the Tourism Industry for a class at ODU.
If you work in the tourism industry would you please take a few minutes to fill out this anonymous questionnaire
or feel free to share it with friends and family who work in the tourism sector.
Thank you!!
Please join members and guest artists of the Chesapeake Bay Art Association for our first annual art studio (and tent) tour. https://fb.me/e/1t3uhhCdl
Embrace the mask on the Victory Rover
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French Bakery & Delicatessen on Granby Street. Come Give Us A Taste!
it's ready, coime try birria questacos at Jessy's Taco Bistro
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Jessys Taco Bistro has Birria Questacos
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check this out!!!
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