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ContentsNorfolk 2014 Visitors Guide

FEATURES 6 Welcome to Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim welcomes you to our community.

7 Norfolk Visitor Information Center Find all the information you need to get the most out of your time in Norfolk.

8 The Heart of the Virginia Waterfront It is our pleasure to introduce you and your family to the perfect place to play any time of the year.

10 Norfolk Attractions Your guide to museums, historic areas, gardens, cruises, tours and many other exciting local attractions.

18 Norfolk Neighborhoods A look into notable Norfolk neighborhoods.

A1 Coastal Virginia Attractions Coastal Virginia and the surrounding region is brimming with history, one-of-a-kind experiences, and unique attractions.

42 Performing Arts Norfolk’s vibrant arts scene blossoms on stage.

44 Virginia Arts Festival World-renowned performances grace local venues for eight magical weeks each spring—see what this year’s festival has in store.

45 Mermaids on Parade Get a look behind Norfolk’s symbol for the arts.

39 Calendar of Events 45 Dining & Nightlife 51 Downtown Map

52 Visitor Services & Information53 Accommodations Directory

DEPARTMENTS

WELCOME 6

WATERFRONT 8

MERMAIDS 45

PERFORMING ARTS 42

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elcome to Norfolk, a beautiful,

waterfront city that has 144 miles of shoreline, lush landscape, a thriving port, historic sites, a moderate climate, diverse cultural & entertainment opportunities

and much more!Along the Elizabeth River, you

will find Norfolk’s waterfront maritime science center Nauticus, the Battleship

Wisconsin, the gorgeous Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center and Town Point Park.

Docked nearby are the tall ship American Rover, Victory Rover and Spirit of Norfolk ready to take you on a leisurely tour of our harbor.

If you prefer exploring Norfolk on land, take a stroll along the waterfront, down Granby Street, through the historic Freemason and Ghent districts, or over to the Chrysler Museum of Art & Glass Studio.

We have an array of cuisine that will tempt even the choosiest of palates. An eclectic group of restaurants dot the streets of downtown, Ghent and the surrounding neighborhoods. Visitors will love the culinary tours & new pub crawls!

Our art & theatre scene is one of the best in the Commonwealth. The glassblowers in the state-of-the-art Chrysler Glass Studio, the artists at work in d’Art Center and the numerous musicians, dancers and actors who showcase their craft will leave visitors in awe. Other must-see attractions include the beautiful Norfolk Botanical Garden, Hampton Roads Naval Museum, MacArthur Memorial, Virginia Zoological Park and, of course, Naval Station Norfolk, the world’s largest naval base.

Should you have questions or need additional information please do not hesitate to stop in our Visitors Center or chat with a visitor advisor on line at www.visitnorfolktoday.com. Also be on the look-out for the brand new VisitNorfolk Mobile Visitor Center. The vehicle will be at local and regional events and festivals distributing materials, maps & information.

We are thrilled to have you in Norfolk and hope you return again soon!

Anthony J. DiFilippoPresident and CEO, VisitNorfolk

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elcome to the City of Norfolk! Whether you are a history buff, love to stroll along the beach or sample the finest cuisine around, this dynamic and

diverse, historic seaport city offers something for everyone. I invite you to explore our downtown where shopping, dining

and entertainment opportunities await. Nordstrom and Dillard’s department stores anchor the MacArthur Center – a 140-store

indoor shopping experience just a walk away from downtown hotels. Just across from the mall is the General Douglas MacArthur Memorial and newly constructed Visitor Center. The Memorial is home to more than 15,000 artifacts depicting the life and times of the famous General.

Take a walk along the Elizabeth River and discover The National Maritime Center, Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin; don’t miss an opportunity to explore the interior decks recently opened to the public. Take a moment to reflect at the Armed Forces Memorial. History unfolds along the Cannonball Trail where this self-guided walking tour takes you past historic homes and down the city’s oldest surviving cobblestone streets.

Norfolk is the arts and cultural hub of the region. You’ll find more than 100 pieces of public art throughout the city. We are home to the Chrysler Museum of Art – one of the top 20 museums in the country – and the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio, where artists offer free demonstrations of the ancient art of glass blowing. Dance, music and theater take the stage at our many performance halls. Norfolk is home to the Virginia Stage Company, Virginia Ballet and the Virginia Opera.

Sports enthusiasts can cheer on the AHL Admirals Hockey team or the Triple-A Tides baseball team.

The Chesapeake Bay calmly laps more than

great place to sun, swim and build a sand castle! Visit the Virginia Zoo – home to more than 400 animals. Hop onboard the Zoo Train for a narrated ride throughout the spacious grounds. Take in the beauty of nature at the 155-acre Norfolk Botanical Garden. With its more than 30 themed-gardens, this oasis in the middle of the city is a national treasure.

So, what are you waiting for? Enjoy our distinctive city. I guarantee Norfolk will surprise, delight and enlighten. We’re ready to welcome you.

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he Norfolk Visitor Information Center is conveniently located off Interstate 64 at exit 273, just three miles from the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel. The unique design of the building resembles the sail of a boat as it rises some 25 feet

above the wetlands of Willoughby in a section of Norfolk’s Ocean View neighborhood.

At the Visitor Information Center, you can learn about local attractions, pick up children’s activity sheets and even walk your dog. The staff is ready to assist you with your travel needs, including directions or other Norfolk related information, either in person or via LiveChat, our online assistance program. The Visitor Information Center also has a wide variety of printed

brochures and resources available.Equipped with free Wi-Fi and a

gift shop with Norfolk mermaid souvenirs and snacks, the Visitor Center is a great place to stop while visiting Norfolk. Stop in and sign our guest book and receive a complimentary mermaid pin upon mention of this article.

The Norfolk Visitor Information Center off I64 is open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day from 9a.m. – 4p.m. Those visiting between Labor Day and Memorial Day can stop by the center Thursday through Monday from 9a.m. – 4p.m. (Closed Tuesday & Wednesday).

The VisitNorfolk administrative offices, located at 232 E. Main Street in downtown Norfolk, serve as another Visitor Information Center with local information and resources available. The downtown Visitor Information

is the “Mermaid Market” selling local and unique mermaid gifts, in addition to HRT Go-Passes and VDOT EZ Pass transponders. You may also visit www.visitnorfolktoday.com/shop.

New to Norfolk is the Mobile Visitor Center! Throughout the year, keep an eye out for the VisitNorfolk Mobile Visitor Center at festivals, attractions and local & regional events where you can get additional maps, information and recommendations.

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estled where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, Norfolk is regarded as the cultural, financial and entertainment heart of the Virginia waterfront. Vibrantly alive and bursting with opportunities for

recreation, dining and entertainment, Norfolk offers its guests adventure all day long and into the night.

Begin your visit downtown and enjoy the energy and culture of this thriving city by the sea. Enjoy a visit to Granby Street, one of the city’s bustling mainstreets, with its upscale shopping and dining offerings. Then head straight to the waterfront to take a leisurely stroll along the brick pathways through Town Point

Park, located adjacent to the Waterside Festival Marketplace and the Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center. With its rich river view landscapes, the park is a lovely green space of peace and tranquility in an urban setting. On select weekends, Town Point Park plays host to a variety of premier festivals and events, including the annual Norfolk Harborfest® and tall ships Parade of Sail into the Norfolk Harbor as well as

the bi-annual wine festival. The park’s permanent outdoor main stage, with its state-of-the-art acoustics, draws music lovers from across the region to hear a

variety of planned musical entertainment.To the right of the park is Nauticus, a maritime-themed science center and home to the Hampton Roads Naval Museum,

presenting centuries of naval history. Don’t miss a tour of the Battleship Wisconsin berthed at the complex.For those who love to be immersed in history, continue down the brick walkway along the waterfront to the historic

Freemason district. The cobblestone streets and grand old homes offer a view into a by-gone era. Be sure to visit the historic Hunter House Victorian Museum located on Freemason Street. One simple step in the door will transport you back in time.

By now you must be hungry! Whether your tastes crave traditional southern cooking or trendy, Nouveau Cuisine, Norfolk will treat you to

Sign up for a culinary tour where you can enjoy local seafood specialties and award winning chef’s signature dishes. If you’re looking to shop, wander over to MacArthur Center, a one-million square-foot shopping complex featuring high-end merchants, restaurants, movie theatres and

more. Downtown is also filled with independently owned shops, museums, art venues, offices, and loft apartments. There is truly something for everyone!

After exploring downtown, head just a few miles over to Norfolk’s trendy Ghent neighborhood. Lose yourself for a few hours in this dynamic community colored with a distinctively diverse range of local artists, students and professionals. Ghent’s pedestrian and bike –friendly main artery, Colley Avenue, is filled with innovative restaurants, the city’s first gastropub, sidewalk cafés, boutiques, antique shops, art galleries and the Naro Expanded Art Cinema. Nearby is the beautiful Chrysler Museum of Art & Glass Studio, breweries and the state’s first urban winery! Architecture buffs will enjoy Ghent’s residential

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MacArthur MemorialThe MacArthur Memorial is a museum and research center dedicated to preserving and presenting the life story of Douglas MacArthur, a celebrated General of the Army. The Memorial also pays tribute to the millions of men and women who served with General MacArthur in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. Situated in downtown Norfolk, the Memorial consists of a museum, archives and research center, theatre, welcome center and a gift shop.

Did you know...Norfolk has a rich history spanning more than 400 years? It all began when John Smith and his crew cruised past this area looking for a landing point, eventually ending up in Jamestown. With its proximity to the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Norfolk has always been a vital center of commerce and industry, as well as a strategic military location. The area was right in the thick of several Revolutionary and Civil War battles: in 1776, two-thirds of the city was destroyed by the Royal Governor of Virginia, and a cannonball from the siege can still be viewed today lodged in the wall of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. What’s more, during the Civil War, the infamous battle between the ironclads Monitor and Merrimac was fought off these shores.


streets, which offer an eclectic mix of stately homes, renovated brick apartment buildings and historic town homes.

Norfolk even has something for nature enthusiasts. Just a quick car or bus ride from Ghent or downtown is the Virginia Zoo located on 53 acres along the Lafayette River. What could be better than to spend a warm afternoon wandering amongst the exotic array of animal species, foliage and one-of-a-kind exhibits. Enjoy horticulture? You must visit the Norfolk Botanical Garden. Located adjacent to Norfolk International Airport, the 155-acre site features more than 30 themed gardens comprised of thousands of colorful plants.

If golf is part of your vacation plans, Norfolk has a variety of first class golf courses, catering to every level of player.

Norfolk is also the proud home of Naval Station Norfolk, including a vast fleet of aircraft carriers, destroyers, submarines, frigates and amphibious assault ships. Visitors can experience the might of the U.S. Navy with a 45 minute escorted bus tour on base. The tour also drives

Exposition. Prefer touring on the water? A 2-hour harbor cruise tour of the Naval Base aboard the Victory Rover is an enjoyable option. The cruise departs from the Downtown Norfolk Harbor, a short distance from Nauticus.

Immerse yourself in Norfolk! Whether you’re here on vacation, a romantic get-away, a convention or a meeting, our city is sure to please.

Tales by Rail‘Tales by Rail’ is a self-guided tour that allows you to see the city of Norfolk and experience stories of both past and present via The Tide light rail system. There are hundreds of stories to be shared about Norfolk; from a revolutionary cannonball lodged in the brick of a church and passages stolen in secret along the Underground Railroad, to a historic battleship. The ‘Tales by Rail’ brochure, including a detailed map, provides descriptions of stations and points of interest at each stop. Stop by VisitNorfolk at 232 East Main Street to pick up a brochure.

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he Norfolk Botanical Garden is located next to Norfolk International Airport and features a variety of ways to enjoy the beautiful and unique horticulture nurtured within the Garden’s pristine 155 acres. Take a stroll through the 12 miles of pathways, ride the tram or relax on a boat tour of Lake Whitehurst when the weather is warm. Also enjoy the charming Gift Shop and Café.

Administration (WPA) grant for an Azalea Garden project. A group of more than 200 African-American women and 20 African-American men were assigned to clear 30 acres of dense, native vegetation. The workers then planted 4,000

azaleas, several thousand shrubs and trees, and 100 bushels of daffodils. Throughout the years, the Garden continued to grow and expand, adding a Japanese Garden, Colonial Garden, and Rose Garden, a stunning butterfly garden and

butterfly house , a 3-acre children’s garden, along many others.Today, more than 40-themed and signature gardens offer breathtaking views in

every season. The Japanese Garden offers native Japanese plants like Japanese holly, lotus, and flowering cherry. In Bristow Butterfly Garden, guests can observe the interaction between

plants and pollinators. Other signature gardens include the internationally recognized Hofheimer Camellia Garden, Kaufman Hydrangea Garden, Sarah Lee Baker Perennial Garden and the Enchanted Forest.

around the world through living biomes, down a secret path into a world of natural wonders and lets them splash through 200 fountains. Other features of Norfolk Botanical Garden include tram, walking, and boat tours, bike nights, holiday lights, special exhibits and events and many programs for adults. More than 20,000 children visit annually through programs and classes.

Be sure to stop at the Café, open seasonally, for a quick lunch, coffee or dessert.Norfolk Botanical Garden is located at 6700 Azalea Road in Norfolk. Spring/Summer hours are between 9a.m.-7p.m. from April 1 – October 15; Fall/Winter hours are

between 9a.m.-5p.m. from October 16 – March 31. The garden is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Members are admitted free. Admission is $11 for adults, $10 for seniors and military, and $9 for youth (ages 3 - 17). For more information, call 757-441-5830 or visit www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org. Prices subject to change.

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ake today your day of adventure at the Virginia Zoo! Journey to mysterious places inhabited by exotic animals from around the world. Board the Norfolk

Southern Express train for an expedition to Asia – Trail of the Tiger and Africa’s Okavango Delta.

Discover elephants, orangutans, meerkats, tapirs, giraffes, exotic birds and more! Watch the red panda as it climbs

through the trees just above your head. Go nose-to-nose with a prairie dog from your own underground viewing

bubble. Stroll through themed gardens or get wet in one of the zoo’s water fountains.

Fun? You bet! Will you learn something? Definitely!The Virginia Zoo, open year round, provides

education and entertainment for people of all ages. In fact, the zoo is home to more than 400 animals on 53 beautifully landscaped acres. The Virginia Zoo’s enriched

exhibits encourage the animals’ natural behavior and provide information about their habitats, what

they eat, and their worldwide conservation

status. Visiting the Virginia Zoo is a fantastic thing to do with family and friends, and it’s a terrific value. Admission is $11 for adults, $9 for children (ages 2–11), and $10 for seniors (62+). Children under two get in FREE!

If you’re looking for a more unique experience, book a behind-the-scenes tour, where you can get up close and personal with the wildlife. Plenty of behind-the-scenes tours are available to choose from, featuring many of our most popular animals. Prices vary; reservations and prepayment are required. The Virginia Zoo hosts a number of special events throughout the year including an Earth Day and animal enrichment celebration called Party for the Planet, Military Appreciation Day, and Zoo Boo on Halloween. You can even book a family reunion, hold a company picnic or throw a special birthday party. Join the roughly 500,000 people each year who visit the Virginia Zoo and experience the wild world of African lions, Malayan tigers and moon bears, for an adventure that’ll make you say, “oh my!”

The Virginia Zoo is located at 3500 Granby St. in Norfolk. It is open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. except New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. For more information, call 757-441-2374 or visit www.virginiazoo.org.

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he Chrysler Museum of Art is a regional jewel, combining a nationally renowned art museum, a state-of-the-art Glass

Studio, and two significant historic houses, the Moses Myers

House and the Willoughby-Baylor House. Its extensive collection and

exhibitions entertain and educate visitors of all ages. This cultural

enclave includes more than 30,000 original works of art that span more than 5,000 years in its newly expanded and transformed galleries.

The Museum celebrates its Grand Opening in spring 2014 after exciting renovations. The new and improved Museum offers more gallery space, a new café, an eclectic gift shop, and amenities galore. The Chrysler is also adding Tuesday hours and a special Third Thursday evening of family-friendly events.

Originally founded in 1933 as the Norfolk Museum of Arts and Sciences, the museum continues to grow and expand. Today the extensive art collection includes American and European paintings and sculpture, contemporary art, decorative arts, photography and an acclaimed glass collection.

The Chrysler Museum is one of only two comprehensive art museums with a Glass Studio, spotlighting the Chrysler’s reputation as a top-tier glass collection in the United States. The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio is a modern,

to accommodate aspiring and master artists alike. The educational facility supports artists working in a variety of glassmaking processes, including glassblowing, casting, fusing, flameworking, and coldworking.

The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio provides free public demonstrations at noon every Wednesday through Sunday. The Visiting Artist Series, residencies, and monthly performance evenings bring some of the best and most innovative contemporary glass artists to work and experiment in the Glass Studio.

Admission to the Chrysler Museum, the Glass Studio, and the historic houses is FREE. Special exhibitions may have entry fees, though children 5 and younger are always admitted free.

The Chrysler Museum of Art is located at One Memorial Place in Norfolk. After April, the Museum hours are Tuesday–Saturday from 10 a.m.–5 p.m., and Sunday from noon–5 p.m. On the Third Thursday of each month, the Chrysler and its adjacent Glass Studio , at 745 Duke Street, will remain open until 10 p.m. with special programs and free fun events for the public. The Glass Studio is open Wednesday–Saturday from 10 a.m.–5 p.m., and Sunday from noon–5 p.m., and will add Tuesday hours in April 2014.

The Moses Myers House, 323 E. Freemason Street, is open Saturday and Sunday from noon.–4 p.m. The Willoughby-Baylor House, 601 E. Freemason Street, will be open Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4p.m. starting in July 2014. Guided tours, group tours or free school tours are also available. For more information, call (757) 664-6200 or visit www.chrysler.org.

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Recently named a top attraction in the region, the one-million square foot MacArthur Center located in the heart of downtown is one of the best places to shop in the area! Along with a wide selection of stores, MacArthur Center also offers a variety of entertainment and dining options for adults and kids alike.

Across the street from MacArthur Center, you’ll find eclectic shops in the Monticello

Downtown Norfolk’s Granby Street also offers an assortment of independent retailers as well as a variety of eateries – many chef-owned- where you can grab a quick bite before, during or after your shopping experience.

The historic Ghent & Freemason neighborhoods offer a collection of boutiques, art and antique galleries, and outdoor cafes and eateries.

If you’re looking to do some quick shopping close to the Norfolk International Airport, The Gallery at Military Circle is convenient and affordable.

No matter where you are in Norfolk, you’re sure to find a shopping experience that fits your taste & budget!!

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While touring Norfolk, keep an eye out

for purposefully placed public art pieces & murals. Beautiful artwork has been placed!downtown and in a variety of communities & neighborhoods throughout the city. Some of the most impressive pieces include the Electroland “Metalmatisse” at MacArthur Square, Christopher Fennell “Skate Trees & Leaf Benches” at Northside Skate Park and a vibrant mural by Elliott Addesso on Brambleton Street.

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E xplore Nauticus, downtown Norfolk’s waterfront maritime science center, for a full spectrum of hands-on exhibits focused on the immense power of the sea and

Norfolk’s unique seaport.Begin with Our Mighty Seaport, an exhibit which explores the

fascinating world of maritime commerce. Families can navigate a tugboat down a busy waterway and receive “real time” information on ships sailing past Nauticus. Venture outside the exhibit walls and catch a glimpse of giant cranes, tugs, sailboats, and cargo ships from the Elizabeth River Observation Deck.

Relive the past with Guns,

Battleship, an exhibit including enormous gun devices, tools, and personal mementos from

Norfolk’s own Battleship Wisconsin. You can view the mighty warship from the Wisconsin Vista, filled with displays that tell the Wisconsin’s exciting story prior to actually ‘walking the decks of history.’

Don’t miss Science on a Sphere, a six-foot globe displaying weather phenomena around the world, or the popular Shark Lab, where visitors can learn about shark conservation. Be sure to visit our other marine life, including the residents of Horseshoe Crab Cove, tropical fish, seahorses, and one giant green moray eel.

Take a break from exhibits with a 3D film in the Nauticus Theater. Outside the theater, you can step inside The Clelia, an underwater exploration submersible, and control an actual 9-foot long robotic arm to collect samples and artifacts from the seabed.

Especially unique to Nauticus are live science programs conducted by Nauticus educators that can include anything from explosive science demos to building underwater Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVS).

And don’t leave until you visit the Banana Pier Gift Shop, where great souvenirs are available for purchase to help you remember your day at Nauticus.

Nauticus is located at One Waterside Drive in downtown Norfolk. Both are open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The rest of the year, hours are Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday noon–5 p.m. and closed Monday. Admission to Nauticus is $15.95 for adults, $14.95 for seniors/AAA members, retired military and Veterans, $12.95 for active military and $11.50 for children (4–12). Free for members and children ages 3 and under. For more information, call 757-664-1000 or visit www.nauticus.org.

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Hampton Roads Naval MuseumThe Hampton Roads Naval Museum is an accredited museum operated by the United States Navy that celebrates the 237 years history of the fleet in the coastal region of Virginia. The museum is located on the second floor of Nauticus in downtown Norfolk. Some of the artifacts you’ll see while visiting the museum include a painting of the 1781 Battle off the Virginia Capes by V. Zveg , a 1798 18 pound cannon from the frigate USS Constellation and several artifacts from the cruiser CSS Florida and the sloop-of-war USS Cumberland.


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erthed at Nauticus, the Battleship Wisconsin (BB64) is one of four Iowa-class battleships – the largest and last battleship ever built by the U.S. Navy. On December 14, 2009, she was donated to the City of Norfolk for permanent use as a museum ship. In 2012, the Battleship Wisconsin

was listed in the Virginia Landmark Register. The ship is 887 feet long and weighs 45,000 tons; it was, literally, a “City at Sea” with a crew of nearly 3,000 men during her heyday in WWII and now visitors can experience and explore it firsthand.

Since assuming official stewardship, Nauticus has begun opening previously sealed off interior spaces of the battleship for the public to explore. Visitors can start “walking the decks of history” inside Nauticus with a six-minute

introductory film, Forward for Freedom, which brings the Wisconsin to life through the stories and commentary of those who served aboard. On board the ship, an exhibit located at the entrance to the Wardroom, For All Those in Uniform

Who Have Served, pays tribute to the armed forces, with an initial focus on Senator John W. Warner, who was instrumental in bringing the Battleship Wisconsin to Norfolk.

Walk onto the Wisconsin’s teak decks, explore her from bow to stern, and step into the ship’s Wardroom on self-guided tour. For an additional fee, guided tours are offered periodically throughout the day that take visitors deeper into the ship’s lower and upper decks, including the combat engagement center, navigation bridge, captain’s cabin, crew’s mess, galley, barber shop, ship store, and much more. Nauticus also offers special programming on the ship throughout the year, including “Haunted Ship” tours during the Halloween season.

The Battleship Wisconsin is located beside Nauticus at One Waterside Drive in downtown Norfolk. Admission to the ship is included in regular admission to Nauticus, excluding guided tours. The Battleship (weather permitting) is open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed Monday. The remainder of the year, the Battleship is open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sunday noon – 5 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas. The Battleship closes at 4:45 p.m. For more information, call (757) 664-1000 or visit www.nauticus.org.

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rom Norfolk’s state-of-the-art Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center, visitors can explore all that Norfolk has to offer. With its unique design

and picturesque setting, this one-of-a-kind facility has established itself as a popular focal point on the Downtown Norfolk Harbor.

Cruise passengers arriving at Half Moone will not lack for entertainment as the pier is adjacent to Nauticus in the heart of the Virginia Waterfront. If you’re a history buff, walk the decks of the Battleship Wisconsin, or stroll into downtown Norfolk and grab a bite to eat at any of the delicious restaurants along Granby Street. Or if you’re looking for retail therapy, visit the neighboring MacArthur Center shopping mall with over a

Be sure to climb aboard one of several harbor cruises including the tall ship schooner, American Rover, or tour the world’s largest naval base aboard the Victory Rover. Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center personnel will be glad to point you in the right direction. For more information, call 757-823-4242 or visit www.halfmoone.org.

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F Sail Nauticus is a community sailing center located in downtown Norfolk along the waterfront offering a variety of classes that cater to all ages including SailQuest summer camps, Sail Nauticus Academy,

sailing lessons for adults, and privately captained “Sail About” experiences.

The center is home to 20 sailboats equipped with small motors for safe maneuverability out of shipping lanes and into recreational sailing areas of the river and bay. Sail Nauticus

youth programs are completely sustained with donated funds

from individuals, corporations and foundations in the coastal Virginia

community. For more information, call 757-823-4242 or visit www.sailnauticus.org.

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Naval Station NorfolkNaval Station Norfolk is the largest naval complex in the world! It is situated in the Sewells Point area of Norfolk, near the site of the historic battle of the Monitor and Merrimac (CSS Virginia). Naval Station Norfolk also serves as the Defense Department’s largest supply center and occupies about four miles of waterfront space and seven miles of pier and wharf space.

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AMERICAN ROVER– NORFOLK HARBOR SAILING CRUISESSet sail on the 125 passenger tall ship o"ering Daytime and Sunset harbor cruises under sail on the Elizabeth River and the Port of Virginia. Seating is available on the shaded upper deck and in the air-conditioned below deck area with ship store, bar and rest rooms. Cruises depart Waterside Marina in Downtown Norfolk. Call 757-627-7245 for reservations or visit www.americanrover.com. Sailing Mid April through Late October (Call or go online for Spring and Fall Daytime and Sunset Schedule) Summer Season (June – August).

THE ARMED FORCES MEMORIALAt the southeastern corner of Town Point Park, the memorial honors members of our armed forces, past and present, featuring 20 inscriptions from letters written home by U.S. service people who lost their lives in war. The letters have been cast in thin sheets of bronze and are scattered across the ground. Seats, which face out to the waterway, allow visitors to rest and re#ect on the words of those who never came home. Call 757-664-6620.

THE BASILICA OF ST. MARY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTIONThe parish of this beautifully renovated church

Catholic laity and priests seeking refuge from the French Revolution. In 1991, the title of Minor Basilica was bestowed upon the church, the only one in Virginia. 232 Chapel Street. Call 757-622-4487. The church is open to the public Tuesday through Thursday, 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Mass Schedule: Sat. 5 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m. and 12 noon. Call for weekday masses.

CANNONBALL TRAILThis self-guided tour connects historic sites woven among featured attractions in downtown Norfolk. Find an online brochure at visitnorfolktoday.com to begin your adventure. Call 757-664-6620.

CHRYSLER MUSEUM OF ART The expanded and renovated Museum opens in April 2014 with vibrant new galleries and engaging programs to bring the collection to life. Enjoy 5,000 years of art in one of the country’s most impressive museums, featuring a new and expanded restaurant and gift shop, library, theater and two historic houses in downtown Norfolk. One Memorial Place, Norfolk, Virginia 23510 757-664-6200 / Chrysler.org Starting April 2014: Open Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m., and every Third Thursday until 10 p.m. FREE

CHRYSLER MUSEUM GLASS STUDIOThe Chrysler Museum Glass Studio, located adjacent to the Chrysler Musuem, is America’s newest, state-of-the-art glass facility on a museum campus, and the only one of its kind in the Mid-Atlantic region. Visitors enjoy free glassmaking demonstrations at noon and learn more about the science and art of glass. 745 Duke Street, Norfolk, Virginia 23510. 757-664-6200 / Chrysler.org. Open Wednesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m., and every Third Thursday until 10 p.m. Starting April 2014: Open Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday noon to 5 p.m. and every Third Thursday until 10 p.m. FREE

CITY BEACHES ON THE CHESAPEAKE BAYThe City of Norfolk maintains three beach parks

Sarah Constant Beach Park, and Ocean View Beach Park. The beaches are lifeguarded from Memorial Day to Labor Day. For more information visit www.norfolk.gov/rpos/Beaches.asp

D’ART CENTERThis unique visual arts facility features 40 resident artists, creating, displaying, and selling original $ne art. Five sky-lit galleries showcase changing national and regional art exhibitions. d’ART also o"ers adult and children’s art classes and workshops. Located in the Selden Arcade, 208 East Main Street. Call 757-625-4211 or www.d-artcenter.org. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Free admission.

DOUMAR’SAbe Doumar, the original owner of this wonderful 1950s drive-in on Monticello Avenue, created the ice cream cone at the St. Louis World’s Fair in 1904. The Doumar family continues to make fresh cones on the original cone machine and serve the best barbecue around. 1919 Monticello Avenue, call 757-627-4163. Mon-Thurs 8 a.m. - 11 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 a.m. - Midnight. Closed Sundays.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCHThe congregation of this historic church

congregation including whites, free blacks and slaves. A registered national landmark, the church also includes a small museum of artifacts. 418 E. Bute Street, call 757-622-6701.

FORT NORFOLKFort Norfolk is the last remaining of 19

President George Washington, and it is part of the Virginia Civil War Trails program. The fort’s four-acre site overlooks the Elizabeth

and in the Civil War. Located at 810 Front Street. Open year-round for self-guided tours during working hours Monday-Friday. Photo ID required. www.norfolkhistorical.org. 757-640-1720

THE GALLERY AT MILITARY CIRCLEThis single-level shopping mall includes a Cinemark Theatre and over 100 stores with great deals. 880 N. Military Hwy, 757-461-0777 or www.galleryatmilitarycircle.com. Open Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday Noon-6 p.m.

HAMPTON ROADS NAVAL MUSEUMThe Hampton Roads Naval Museum introduces guests to over two centuries of naval activity in coastal Virginia. The facility showcases over 50 exhibits including a priceless collection of naval ship models, nineteenth century naval artwork and underwater archaeological $nds from the American Civil War. Call 757-322-2987 or visit www.hrnm.navy.mil. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays from Sept.-May. Extended Summer Hours. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Free Admission.

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Turn of the Century GrandeurTurn of the Century GrandeurHARRISON CHARTERSFour generations of Norfolk’s Harrison family have been hosting head boat $shing trips, private charters and party cruises on the Chesapeake Bay. From Memorial Day weekend through the end of October, visitors can enjoy 5 hour Headboat Fishing outings for groups of up

1 p.m. from Willoughby Harbor Marina. USCG licensed. Call for reservations 757-587-9630

HERMITAGE MUSEUM AND GARDENSFormerly home to the Sloane family, the Hermitage is “home to the arts” with a nationally recognized art collection spanning 5,000 years, including contemporary exhibition galleries, working artist studios and 12 acres of gardens and grounds. 7637 North Shore Road, Norfolk, VA 23505. Call 757-423-2052 or www.theHermitageMuseum.org. Tours o!ered on the hour Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.- 5 p.m. Closed Wednesdays and Thursdays. Admission for Adults $5; Children ages 6-18 $2; members free; military with identi"cation free.

HRT PADDLEWHEEL FERRY: DOWNTOWN TO OLDE TOWNEO"ering a panoramic view of the Elizabeth River Harbor, this charming pedestrian ferry operates between The Waterside Festival Marketplace in Norfolk and High Street Landing and North Landing Ferry Docks in Portsmouth. The ferry departs every 30 minutes. One-way Fare: $1.50, Seniors and Persons with Disabilities $.75. Call 757-222-6100 or www.goHRT.com.

HUNTER HOUSE VICTORIAN MUSEUMThe family home of prominent merchant and banker, James Wilson Hunter, has been carefully preserved and maintained since its

family’s collection of Victorian furnishings and decorative pieces. Located at 240 W. Freemason Street. Call 757-623-9814 for more information or visit www.hunterhousemuseum.org. Hours of operation: April through December open Wed-Sat 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Sun 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Closed Mon, Tues and major holidays. General admission purchases: $5 Adults, $4 senior citizens, $1 Children.

JANAF SHOPPING YARDAt the intersection of N. Military Highway and Virginia Beach Boulevard, this shopping center features over 100 popular stores and restaurants. Call 757-461-4954 for more information. www.janafshopping.com

LAKE WRIGHT GOLF COURSEA short drive from one of the eight engineering wonders of the world—the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel—is the Lake Wright Golf Course. Golfers can “stay and play” as the course is

adjacent to the Quality Suites & Sleep Inn at Lake Wright Hotel. Located at 6282 Northampton Boulevard, call 757-459-2255 for reservations for futher information.

LAMBERT’S POINT GOLF COURSELambert’s Point Golf Club is a spectacular links-style nine-hole golf course on the banks of the Elizabeth River. The facility features a two-story heated and covered driving range. Located at 4301 Powhatan Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23508. Call 757-489-1677 or Facebook Lambert’s Point Golf Club, Website: www.hamptonroadsgolf.com

MACARTHUR CENTERAt MacArthur Center, every shopping experience is unique and memorable. With many stores you won’t $nd anywhere else in the area including Nordstrom and a #agship Dillard’s, this enclosed shopping mall is an escape for visitors with an

Take 264 West to Exit 10 City Hall Avenue. Call 757-627-6000 or visit www.shopmacarthur.com for additional information.

THE MACARTHUR MEMORIALThe $nal resting place of General of the Army Douglas MacArthur and his wife. Located in

the complex contains a museum, theater and special exhibit galleries, gift shop, and archives allowing visitors to discover the compelling story of this $ve-star general. MacArthur Square, on the corner of Bank Street and City Hall Avenue. Call 757-441-2965 or www.macarthurmemorial.org. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Free admission.

MOSES MYERS HOUSE Revisit early 19th-century Norfolk at the Moses

an exceptionally accurate picture of the life of this prosperous Jewish merchant and his family. Open Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Free admission. 323 E. Freemason Street, Norfolk, VA 23510. 757-333-6269. www.chrysler.org

NAUTICUS & BATTLESHIP WISCONSINO"ering an exciting educational experience for visitors of all ages, Nauticus features hands-on exhibits exploring the naval, economic, and natural power of the sea. This maritime science museum, located on the downtown Norfolk waterfront, connects with the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, the Battleship Wisconsin, The Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center, and the Victory Rover. One Waterside Drive. 757-664-1000. www.nauticus.org.

NAVAL BASE CRUISE ABOARD THE VICTORY ROVER A 2-Hour Narrated Naval Base Cruise for up to 150 guests departs daily from Nauticus. Plenty

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of comfortable seating, air conditioned enclosed deck, open air shaded upper deck, snack bar, and souvenir shop. Call 757-627-7406 for reservations or visit www.navalbasecruises.com. $20 Adults, $12 Children. Summer Schedule (June – August): 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. daily. Spring (April-May) and Fall (September-October): 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily. 5:30 p.m. available on certain days – call for schedule. March, November and December: 2p.m. every day but Monday.

NAVAL STATION NORFOLKSee the world’s largest Naval Station on the 45-minute Naval Station Norfolk Tour. This tour takes you dockside to the home of the Atlantic Fleet for an exciting look at aircraft carriers, destroyers, and other U.S. Navy vessels protecting our nation everyday. Departing from the Naval Station Tour and Information Center, 9079 Hampton Boulevard. Call 757-444-7955 or visit www.cnic.navy.mil/norfolksta, Adults: $10; Children ages 3-11 and Seniors over the age of 60: $5. Tour buses are not handicap accessible.

NORFOLK ADMIRALS ICE HOCKEYAs part of the American Hockey League (AHL) and the primary a%liate of the NHL’s Anaheim Ducks, the Norfolk Admirals compete from October to April in downtown Norfolk at Scope Arena. Individual tickets are only $17, $19 and $22 with discounts for advance purchase. Tickets are available at the Scope Box O#ce or through TicketMaster by calling 1-800-745-3000, online at ticketmaster.com, or any TicketMaster outlet. For information, call 757-640-1212 or log on to www.norfolkadmirals.com.

NORFOLK BOTANICAL GARDENExplore this enchanting 155-acre haven, featuring over 40 themed gardens. 6700 Azalea Garden Road. Exit 279 from I-64 (adjacent to Norfolk International Airport). Call 757-441-5830 or www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org. Open in mid-October through March from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and in April through mid-October from 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. CLOSED on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Admission: Adults $11; $10 for Seniors and Military; Children 3-17 $9; Children 2 & Under FREE.

NORFOLK POLICE & FIRE RESCUE MUSEUMThe two museums are open to the public, free of charge, Wednesday through Saturday,

For additional information and to schedule groups, call 757-441-1526. 401 E Freemason St. More information at www.norfolk.gov/police/museum.asp

NORFOLK SOUTHERN MUSEUMWould you like to see a 900-pound railroad coupler up close or sit in a locomotive simulator? You can at the Norfolk Southern Museum. Exhibits at the Norfolk-based museum highlight

sections of Civil War-era track, vintage hand tools, and diagrams to teach hand signals to railroad trainees. Open Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and free admission. 3 Commercial Place (Ground Floor). Call 757-823-5325.

NORFOLK STATE PLANETARIUMLocated at the Norfolk State University campus, The Norfolk State University Planetarium serves as the Space Sciences Education and Public Outreach Resource Center. Contact us if you want to voyage through this theater of stars and explore the universe from the comfort of your seat. Open and free of charge to any educational or civic organization for special planetarium sessions. Norfolk State University, Wood Science Bldg. 700 Park Ave., Norfolk, VA 23504. For more information, email: [email protected]

NORFOLK TIDES BASEBALL CLUB AT HARBOR PARKHarbor Park is an award-winning scenic ballpark located on the waterfront in downtown Norfolk. The Baltimore Orioles Triple-A a%liate takes the $eld from April through September. The stadium includes an upper deck restaurant and luxury boxes. For game schedule, visit www.norfolktides.com or call 757-622-2222.

OCEAN VIEW GOLF COURSELocated one block from the Chesapeake Bay and marina, Ocean View Golf Course is a golfer’s delight. The walls of the clubhouse tell the story of this 1930s golf course as well as this Norfolk neighborhood. Visitors can also enjoy many of the area’s local bay side restaurants. 9610 Norfolk Ave., 757-480-2094 or www.oceanviewgc.com.

OCEAN VIEW STATION MUSEUMOcean View Station Museum houses a collection of images, memorabilia, and oral histories documenting past times of the beaches, neighborhoods and commercial districts of Ocean View. 111 W. Ocean View Ave., inside the Pretlow Branch Library. Call 757-531-0445. www.ovsm.org. Mon. 4-8 p.m.; Tues., Thurs., Fri., 2-5 p.m.; Wed., 2-7p.m.; Sat. 12-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Museum is sta!ed entirely by volunteers so please call ahead to con"rm hours of operation.

OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITY’S ARTHUR AND PHYLLIS KAPLAN ORCHID CONSERVATORYThis is the largest orchid collection in the coastal Virginia area, and the collection includes

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houses many interesting tropical plants; some of which are very rare. Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday through Friday (except during University holidays & closings) To arrange special group tours call Marcus Jones at 757-683-5839.

PAGODA GARDEN TEA HOUSE & GALLERYThe Garden for all seasons features over 125 species of Asian plantings and the largest Koi pond on the East Coast. The Pagoda (a.k.a. Marine Observation Tower) was a gift to the Commonwealth of Virginia from the Provincial Government of Taiwan of the Republic of

Located at 265 West Tazewell St., next to Nauticus. The Pagoda Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Wed.-Sat. 11a.m. - 9:30p.m. Sunday Brunch 9:30p.m.-2:30p.m. High Tea "rst Sunday of each month, 2:30p.m. - 4:30p.m. by reservation only. www.PagodaGarden.org. It may be closed at times for special events. Call 757-622-0506.

SAINT PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCHThis is the only pre-Revolutionary War building remaining in downtown Norfolk, dating

for meditation and self-guided history tours

and for worship services Sunday morning and Wednesday at noon. Call 757-627-4353 for further information or to arrange for guided tours. Visit www.saintpaulsnorfolk.com.

SELDEN ARCADE The Selden Arcade is home to the Selden Gallery, showing contemporary art, a working community of artists making up the d’ART Center, as well as the d’Egg restaurant, and a Starbucks. Originally opening its doors in April of 1931, it was redesigned, refurbished, revitalized, and reopened as the city’s cultural arts center in May of 2005. Monday through Saturday 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., and Sunday 6:30 a.m. -6 p.m. 208 E. Main St. 757-664-6880.

SPIRIT OF NORFOLKThe Spirit of Norfolk o"ers panoramic views of Norfolk and the Navy’s Atlantic Fleet while cruising the Elizabeth River. Lunch and dinner cruises feature an all-you-can-eat bu"et and DJ for dancing. Open year-round, in downtown Norfolk. 866-304-2469 or www.spiritofnorfolk.com. Call 866-445-9283 for groups of 20 or more.

TOWN POINT PARKNorfolk’s eight-acre waterfront park, home to the Home Coming Statue and Armed Forced Memorial, is the downtown site of major outdoor concerts, award-winning festivals, and special events each year. Norfolk Festevents, Ltd., 120 W. Main Street. Call 757-441-2345 or www.festevents.org.

VIRGINIA ZOOOpen year-round, the Virginia Zoo exhibits more than 400 animals on 53 beautifully landscaped acres. Discover lions, Malayan tigers, moon bears, elephants, orangutans, mandrills, tapirs, gira"es, colorful birds, and much more! Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and located at 3500 Granby Street in Norfolk. Admission prices are $11 for Adults, $10 for Seniors (age 62 and over) and $9 for Children ages 2-11. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit www.virginiazoo.org or call 757-441-2374.

THE WATERSIDE FESTIVAL MARKETPLACEOverlooking the Elizabeth River and working harbor in downtown Norfolk, The Waterside Festival Marketplace is the destination for food and fun. It features great restaurants and specialty retailers. Boat tours and Portsmouth ferry depart from its dock. www.watersidemarketplace.com.

WEST POINT MONUMENT AT ELMWOOD CEMETERY Recognized as the South’s only known tribute to African-American veterans of the Civil and Spanish American wars, this monument is part of the Virginia Civil War Trails program. A statue of Norfolk native, and $rst African American Medal of Honor recipient, Sergeant William Carney of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry

Regiment marks this Virginia Civil War Trail site. 238 Princess Anne Road, call 757-441-2653.

WINDOWS ON HISTORYStroll alongside MacArthur Center on City Hall Avenue and view the portrayal of four centuries of historic people, places, and events in coastal Virginia showcased in 16 display windows.

WILLOUGHBY-BAYLOR HOUSE

Willoughby, this restored townhouse is home to the Norfolk History Museum and changing displays about the city and its rich cultural roots. The Willoughby-Baylor House will be closed for reinstallation in early 2014. New exhibitions will be unveiled in July 2014, and it will be open Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5p.m. Grounds open daily. Free admission. 601 E. Freemason Street. 757-333-1087. www.chrysler.org

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GHENTHistoric Ghent was long ago considered rural country as it was

only a plot of farmland far from downtown Norfolk. During the early 1900’s, stately homes were built along the tree-lined Hague canal making it the fashionable place to live through the first half of the century. Through the

Ghent, the ultimate artists’ haven. Fast-forward to 2014. The main thoroughfare, Colley Avenue, and adjacent 21st and 22nd Streets are still a hub of activity, offering eclectic eateries, unique shops, art galleries, and antique stores. The Naro Extended Arts Cinema, on Colley Avenue, screens foreign and independent films. Doumar’s Cones and BBQ, an old-fashioned drive-in, whose owner created the world’s first ice cream cone machine, is located just a few blocks from the main drag.

HISTORIC FREEMASONThe cobble-stone streets and grand old homes of Norfolk’s historic Freemason District, named by the American Planning

Association as a Top 10 Great Neighborhood in 2013, offer a view into a bygone era. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, Historic Freemason is located along the Elizabeth River just down the brick pathway from The Battleship Wisconsinvicinity were granted to the Elizabeth River Parish for a glebe.” It is the city’s only neighborhood which accurately depicts a visual chronology of architectural styles over three centuries.

Today, Freemason has a growing collection of antique shops, boutiques and assorted eateries, including the Freemason Abbey Restaurant, housed in a 136 year-old church. Other landmarks include the Pagoda Tea House and Restaurant, complete with the largest Koi pond on the East Coast, a gift to Norfolk from the Taiwan Provincial Government.

OCEAN VIEWDiscover nearby Ocean View, and adjacent Willoughby Spit, Norfolk’s own beach

communities, where you can charter a pleasure craft or fishing boat, wind-surf, Jet-ski, fish from the Ocean View pier or simply find a relaxing spot on a sandy beach. With miles of quiet beachfront, visitors are welcomed to Ocean View Beach Park for a day of sunbathing away from all the hustle and bustle. Willoughby Spit, an independent peninsula originally inhabited by The Willoughby Family, has been a favorite Norfolk marvel since it first appeared as a result of mid-1600’s hurricane. Where there once had been only water now lies a serene strip of land created by Mother Nature.

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JANUARYNEW YEAR’S DAY JAZZ BRUNCH CRUISE

THE AHL NORFOLK ADMIRALS

DOWNTOWN NORFOLK’S RESTAURANT WEEK

HONKY TONK ANGELS

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CLASSICAL MYSTERY TOUR: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES

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SWEETHEART CONCERTS

VALENTINE’S DAY CRUISES

THE RHYTHM PROJECT PRESENTS: RHYTHM LIVE!

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THE MOUNTAIN TOP

MARCHOPUS

MEAC BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

THE LITTLE MERMAID

BILLY THE KID

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CARMEN

THE GREENING OF GHENT

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VIRGINIA ARTS FESTIVAL

TERRY BRADSHAW

SPRING STUDIO CONCERT SERIES

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

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APRIL NORFOLK TIDES AAA BASEBALL

FRANKIE AND JOHNNY IN THE CLAIR DE LUNE

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TCHAIK 6: PATHETIQUE

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PIXAR IN CONCERT

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PRIDEFest 2014This is the 26th year of celebrating pride in coastal Virginia by the LGBT community, supporters, and everyone with open minds and hearts. The highlight of PRIDEFest will be celebrated at Town Point Park in downtown Norfolk on Saturday, August 23 from 12 noon to 6 p.m. The festival is open to everyone of all ages and will be full of family-friendly activities, music, exhibitions, and fun!


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THE ATTUCKS THEATRE

The Attucks Theatre was built in 1919 and has hosted several legends who took its stage, including Nat King Cole, Duke Ellington and Mamie Smith. Today, as a state and national landmark, the theater is distinguished as the oldest remaining legitimate theater in the nation that was completely $nanced, designed, constructed, and operated by African-Americans. A variety of concerts, performances, and multicultural programs take place throughout the year. Located at 1010 Church Street.

BALLET VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL

Located in historic Ghent, Ballet Virginia International o"ers dance training for all ages and abilities including aspiring professional dancers. As well as o"ering excellent training, each year BVI performs “The Nutcracker” with live symphony and another classical ballet in the spring.

THE CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF HAMPTON ROADS

Since founded in Norfolk in 2005, Children’s Theatre of Hampton Roads has been devoted to creating and presenting original works for all ages. They’ll keep you on your toes with our wide variety of plays — from spaceships and dragons to classic tales and historical $ction. Join the fun and you and your family can experience a truly unique and entertaining performance for only $5 a ticket.

CHRYSLER HALL

has served as the premiere performing arts center of coastal Virginia. Resident companies

coastal Virginia exclusive presenter of touring Broadway productions, the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Norfolk Forum, and the Virginia Arts Festival. Chrysler Hall also hosts a wide range

of contemporary concerts, family theatre, and comedy events. Most notably, the theater hosts several Broadway productions throughout the year, presented by JAM Theatricals. This year’s line-up includes “Addams Family,” “Chicago,” and “Million Dollar Quartet.” With a range of venue spaces, Chrysler Hall, located in the heart of downtown Norfolk, is the perfect venue for a variety of events. Located at 201 East Brambleton Avenue.

THE GENERIC THEATER

Don’t be fooled by the name. The Generic Theater is far from common or basic. Dubbed coastal Virginia’s o"-Broadway playhouse, the theater is known for delivering unique, sometimes o"beat performances with rave reviews. With their untraditional approach to performing arts, the Generic Theater is sure to delight. Ticket

Located at 215 St. Paul’s Boulevard, beneath Chrysler Hall.

HARRISON OPERA HOUSE

This 1,632-seat theater is home to the Virginia Opera, the o%cial opera company of the Commonwealth of Virginia, which presents four productions annually. Once a World War II USO theater, this historic venue was lavishly renovated in 1993. Located at 160 E. Virginia Beach Boulevard.

L. DOUGLAS WILDER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Named for former Virginia Governor, the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center on the Norfolk State University campus is the perfect venue for a variety of events. Located at 700 Park Avenue #111.

THE LITTLE THEATRE OF NORFOLK

Though they are called the “little theatre,” they de$nitely have a big impact on the local community. Originally established in 1926, it is the oldest continually operating community theatre on the East Coast and presents $ve exciting shows every season. The New York Times expressed their praise, saying that the establishment is “original and [a] remarkably good theatre — quiet in style but tingling with excitement underneath.” Located at 801 Claremont Avenue.

NORFOLK CHAMBER CONSORT

Currently in its 45th season, the Norfolk Chamber Consort provides music lovers of coastal Virginia with an adventurous, innovative and often spicy blend of classical music. Concerts are held at Old Dominion University’s Diehn Fine and Performing Arts Building as well as other locations.

NORFOLK SCOPE ARENA

variety of events, conventions, concerts and family shows. Scope is proud to be the home of the AHL Norfolk Admirals, coastal Virginia’s professional ice hockey team. Located at 201 E. Brambleton Avenue.

THE NORVA

The NorVa was a 1920s movie palace and vaudeville house. This three-#oor venue now has a state-of-the-art sound system, holds approximately 1,500 people, and has featured diverse acts in punk, funk, and rock and roll. It is nationally known, locally owned. The NorVa has hosted the legends of Prince, Bob Dylan, Ringo Star, Willie Nelson, Justin Timberlake, and BB King. Located at 317 Monticello Avenue.

PERRY FAMILY THEATRE

Established in 2010, The Perry Family Theatre is located inside the Hurrah Players building on St. Paul’s Boulevard. This 100 seat theatre boasts a proscenium stage with state-of-the-art lighting and sound equipment. The intimate atmosphere of this beautiful space is ideal for small scale or experimental productions, corporate presentations, and educational classes.

TCC ROPER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Tidewater Community College’s elegant home for the performing arts is a fully restored 1926 Loew’s movie palace. Live theater, concerts, $lms, and more can be seen every week at the TCC Jeanne & George Roper Performing Arts Center. Located at 340 Granby Street.

TED CONSTANT CONVOCATION CENTER

Located on the campus of Old Dominion University, visitors can enjoy every type of

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entertainment. Home of the Division I Monarchs and Lady Monarchs basketball teams, national touring family shows, top-notch concerts, and trade shows. Located in the University Village at 4320 Hampton Boulevard.

TODD ROSENLIEB DANCE

Located in downtown Norfolk, Todd Rosenlieb’s TR Dance Center provides dancers, both professional and amateur, the opportunities to take classes, perform, and train. The TR Dance Center also presents innovative and exciting dance productions, often collaborating with other arts organizations such as the Virginia Arts Festival and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra. Located at 325 Granby Street.

VIRGINIA CHORALE

“Extraordinary blend and balance, superb technique, and fashioned artistry” (Virginia Gazette) - the Virginia Chorale is the Commonwealth’s premier professional chamber chorus. In their thirtieth anniversary season, the ensemble performs in intimate venues across coastal Virginia in addition to sponsoring a top vocal education program for aspiring high school singers. Visit vachorale.org for dates, venues, and tickets.

VIRGINIA OPERA

For more than three decades, Virginia Opera has been producing shows with rave reviews. Virginia Opera is the “O%cial Opera Company of the Commonwealth of Virginia” and has been so for more than a decade. Virginia Opera reaches nearly 50,000 guests a year through its performances. This season is sure to delight with performances including “Sweeney Todd,” “Ariadne auf Naxos,” and “Carmen.” Performances take place at the Harrison Opera House in Downtown Norfolk.

VIRGINIA STAGE COMPANY AT NORFOLK’S WELLS THEATRE

Virginia Stage Company has emerged as one of the country’s leading regional performance theaters. A few performances from this year’s outstanding lineup include, “Honky Tonk Angels,” “The Mountaintop,” “Frankie & Johnny in the Clair de Lune” and coastal Virginia seasonal favorite, Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” VSC’s performance home is the beautifully restored Wells Theatre, c.1913, and is a stunning place to enjoy live theater. Located at 108 E. Tazewell Street, Downtown Norfolk.

VIRGINIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Under the leadership of GRAMMY-winning director, JoAnn Falletta, the Virginia Symphony is coastal Virginia’s pre-eminent professional symphony orchestra. Founded in 1920, it is ranked in the top 10 percent of professional orchestras nationwide and serves the entire coastal Virginia region with Classics, Pops, and Family concert series. The Virginia Symphony has performed at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center, and is the cornerstone of performing arts in coastal Virginia.

THE VENUE ON 35TH

a welcomed addition to Norfolk’s cultural fabric. The Venue, located in Norfolk’s Park Place neighborhood, is an intimate classy café-style performance space where weekly open mic events draw performing artists and audience members from all over the region. The Venue is also home to Virginia Playwrights Forum. Located at 631 35th Street.

VIRGINIA CHILDREN’S CHORUS

For over 20 years, this arts education organization has been teaching children in grades 1 to 12, from all around coastal Virginia, to “sing for joy.”

Virginia Children’s Chorus (VCC) is a choral school committed to training young voices and o"ering our students extraordinary concert opportunities. VCC performs all around coastal Virginia from October through May and has performed with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and in Virginia Arts Festival productions. Please visit the website for more information.

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here are worlds to explore in the performances of the 2014 Virginia Arts Festival. It is a season full of music that conjures images of times past; dance that evokes eras and emotions; and theater that carries us to faraway places.

The 2014 Festival officially begins on April second with the legendary Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Gianandrea Noseda. The season continues with the world premiere of Stewart Copeland’s Orchestral Ben Hur. Best known as the drummer for rock band The Police, Copeland is also an accomplished composer. You don’t want to miss this groundbreaking American musician perform in his new score to the 1925 MGM silent epic Ben Hur performed live with Virginia Arts Festival Orchestra.

The Virginia International Tattoo—long regarded as the most patriotic of the world’s great tattoos—thrills audiences year to year with an awe-inspiring spectacle of music and might. Designated as a signature event of the United States of America Vietnam War 50th Commemoration, the 2014 Tattoo will honor our Vietnam veterans and their families with an astounding display of patriotism, international cooperation and inspirational music.

Step into Saturday-night elegant clubs in Jasmine Guy’s theatrical marvel Raisin’ Cane, and Dance Theatre of Harlem’s triumphant return after 10 years

on hiatus. Classical Music is always a major part of a Virginia Arts Festival season and 2014 continues the tradition with

concerts including Tallis Scholars, Chanticleer and Miami String Quartet.You’ll hear violinist Joshua Bell, jazz pianist Chick Corea; Nnenna

Freelon, one of today’s great queens of jazz; celebrate the gifts of our own Virginia Symphony Orchestra in Richard Strauss’ heroic Alpine

Symphony, enjoy Red Molly as their great harmonies shift from folk to 50’s pop; and much more.

There are so many reasons to visit Norfolk in coastal Virginia, so make your travel plans today! For more information about the Virginia Arts Festival, visit vafest.org, or call (757) 282-2800.

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Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly meal, a romantic night out, a culinary tour of restaurants or pub food, Norfolk has something for everyone—and every appetite.

Norfolk has a reputation as a culinary hotspot in coastal Virginia for good reason. The city’s culinary tours highlight local seafood specialties, award winning chef’s signature dishes and tapas created with locally sourced ingredients.

So where to go to satisfy your taste buds? Downtown Granby Street’s “restaurant row” offers to satisfy your hunger with a full spectrum of culinary experiences. Dine alfresco on Colley Avenue & 21st Street in historic Ghent, where the sidewalks are lined with restaurants, hip bars and cafes, offering unique dishes with many vegan- and vegetarian-friendly options. Try house-smoked meat, fair trade organic coffee and authentic French cuisine in the historic Freemason district.

Plenty of family-friendly dining options dot the Military Highway area of Norfolk, offering up reasonable prices and classic dishes. Down the road in Ocean View, you’ll find some of the locals’ favorite spots for succulent seafood fresh from the bay with a spectacular water view.

Norfolk is home to Virginia’s first urban winery and two thriving local breweries, and all three have tasting rooms and tours available. Wander over to

historic Ghent where you’ll find Norfolk’s first gastropub, the Public House. Also

located in Ghent, the thriving artisanal European ‘Birch Bar’ caters to the city

serving craft beer and cheese pairings. Others to add to your list are Press 626

Café & Wine Bar, Byrd & Baldwin Bros., and Todd Jurich’s Bistro, which all boast

some of the world’s best wine lists according to Wine Spectator magazine!

After an evening of noshing & sipping, top off your night with a little live

music & dancing! Check out the Granby Theatre on Granby Street, or some of the

popular hangouts in downtown Norfolk & historic Ghent like Belmont House of

Smoke, Hell’s Kitchen or the Taphouse Grill.

Buy a ticket to see a show at the nationally renowned NorVa, a historic theatre

Rolling

Stone magazine were recently polled about “venues that rock,” and they chose the

NorVa as the place that rocked the hardest. The NorVa topped the list of 10 best

venues across the country, beating out such legendary spots as The Fillmore in

San Francisco and The Troubadour in Los Angeles.

Don’t forget to check in at one of the several local coffee shops for some java

and you might stumble upon a poetry slam or open mic night!

Dining & Nightlife

Throughout Norfolk

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Posing gracefully at street corners and storefronts, decorating banners and signs, and showing up in local art shops and galleries are Norfolk’s cultural icon, the mermaid.

Today, the mermaid symbol is synonymous with civic pride, and it exemplifies Norfolk’s appreciation of the local arts community, its dedication to the arts and maintaining Norfolk’s rapid pace of growth, economically, and culturally.

Mermaid statues began dotting downtown in 2000, shortly after the city branded the image of a young, free-spirited mermaid as its

official city symbol as part of the “Life, Celebrated Daily” campaign. The city had been undergoing major revitalization efforts, and the mermaid

drove home the idea a “New Norfolk” was being born. “We had some issues with the perception of Norfolk, both by those outside and inside,” says Bob

Batcher, the city’s Director of Communications. “We needed a new brand.”In November 1999, attorney and well-known Norfolk advocate Peter Decker, Jr.

introduced the idea of mermaid statues at a meeting with hundreds of business and civic leaders at Nauticus. Decker accredited his wife, Bess, with the Mermaids on Parade

idea—she was inspired by the Cows on Parade in Chicago after a recent trip. Starting in the summer of 2000, the street corners, parks, and storefronts of

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Mermaid ParadeThe Norfolk began filling with mermaids. Business

and civic leaders jumped at the opportunity to have their own mermaids. “We just sort of let it go and the public embraced it,” says Batcher.

The mermaids are all designed and decorated by local artists, and many of them represent a theme related to their location. There are now mermaid trails, books, jewelry, sculptures, art—anything you can think of, the mermaids have inspired.

“The mermaids have really touched lives in a variety of ways,” says Batcher. “And they really show the value of public art.”

To learn more about Norfolk’s mermaids and to download a mermaid walking tour map, visit www.mermaidsonparade.com.

Mermaid SouvenirsLooking for a mermaid to take home with you? Stop by the Mermaid Factory, located in Ghent, and make your own! Choose a handmade casting plaster mermaid and easily embellish with acrylic paints, glitter, fabric, shells rhinestones, charms and more! For more information, visit 919 W. 21st Street or www.mermaidfactory.com


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The most popular way to tour Norfolk’s Harbor and Naval Base and see the ships

of the Atlantic Fleet. Docked at Nauticus by the Battleship Wisconsin. 2 Hour Narrated

Cruises Depart Daily.

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Set sail with a tradition of excellence aboard this classic 135’ 3-masted Schooner docked

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ATTRACTIONS1 American Rover Tall Ship Cruises

757-627-SAIL (7245) | www.americanrover.com2 Armed Forces Memorial

757-664-6620 | 1-800-368-30973 The Cannonball Trail4 Chrysler Museum of Art / Glass Studio

757-664-6200 | www.chrysler.org5 Confederate Monument

www.norfolkhistorical.org6 d’ART Center at Selden Arcade

757-625-4211 | www.d-artcenter.org7 Fort Norfolk

www.norfolkhistorical.org/fort8 Generic Theater

757-441-2160 | www.generictheater.org9 Hampton Roads Naval Museum

757-322-2987 | www.hrnm.navy.mil 10 Hermitage Foundation Museum

757-423-2052 | www.thehermitagemuseum.org11 Hunter House Victorian Museum

757-623-9814 | www.hunterhousemuseum.org12 The MacArthur Memorial

757-441-2965 | www.macarthurmemorial.org

13 Martin Luther King, Jr. Monument

14 Monticello Arcade15 Moses Myers House

757-664-6200 | www.chrysler.org/about-the-museum/historic-houses/

16 Nauticus, Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center / Battleship Wisconsin 757-664-1000 | 1-800-664-1080 www.nauticus.org | www.halfmoone.org

17 Naval Station Norfolk 757-444-7955 | www.cnic.navy.mil/norfolksta/index.htm

18 Norfolk Botanical Garden 757-441-5830 | www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org

19 Norfolk History Museum at the Willoughby-Baylor House 757-664-6200 | www.chrysler.org/about-the-muse-um/historic-houses/willoughby-baylor-house/

20 Ocean View Station Museum 757-531-0445 | www.ovsm.org

21 Paddlewheel Ferry 757-222-6100 | www.gohrt.com/services/ferry

22 The Pagoda 757-622-0506 | www.pagodagarden.org

23 Police & Fire-Rescue Museum 757-441-1526 | www.norfolk.gov/police/museum.asp

24 St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 757-627-4353 | www.saintpaulsnorfolk.com

25 Spirit of Norfolk 866-451-3866 | www.spiritofnorfolk.com

26 Town Point Park 757-441-2345 | www.festevents.org

27 Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises 757-627-7406 | www.navalbasecruises.com

28 Virginia Zoo 757-441-2374 | www.virginiazoo.org

29 West Point Monument, Elmwood Cemetery 757-441-2653 | www.norfolk.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/West-Point-Cemetery-52

30 Windows on History

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31 Attucks Theatre 757-622-4763 | www.attuckstheatre.org

32 Chrysler Hall 757-664-6464 | www.sevenvenues.com

33 Harrison Opera House 757-623-1223 | www.vaopera.org

34 L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center 757-823-2063 | www.nsu.edu/wilder

35 Robin Hixon Theater 757-282-2800

36 The NorVa 757-627-4547 | www.thenorva.com

37 Tidewater Community College / Roper Performing Arts Center 757-822-1450 | www.tcc.edu/roper

38 Virginia Opera 1-866-OPERA-VA (673-7282) | www.vaopera.org

39 Virginia Stage Company 757-627-1234 | www.vastage.com

40 Virginia Symphony Orchestra 757-892-6366 | www.virginiasymphony.org

41 Wells Theatre 757-627-6988 | www.vastage.com

SHOPPING42 The Gallery at Military Circle

757-461-0777 | www.galleryatmilitarycircle.com43 Ghent Shopping & Antiques

www.destinationghent.com44 MacArthur Center

757-627-6000 | www.shopmacarthur.com45 Waterside Festival Marketplace

757-627-3300 | www.watersidemarketplace.com

SPORTS46 Harbor Park / Norfolk Tides

757-622-2222 | www.norfolktides.com47 Lake Wright Golf Course

757-459-2255 | www.virginiagolf.com/lakewright.html 48 Lambert’s Point Golf Club

757-489-1677 | www.virginiagolf.com 49 Norfolk Scope / Norfolk Admirals

757-664-6464 | 757-640-1212 www.sevenvenues.com | www.norfolkadmirals.com

50 Ocean View Golf Course 757-480-2094 | www.oceanviewgc.com

51 Ted Constant Convocation Center 757-683-5762 | www.constantcenter.com

SCHOOLS52 Eastern Virginia Medical School

757-446-5600 | www.evms.edu53 Norfolk State University

757-823-8600 | www.nsu.edu

54 Old Dominion University 757-683-3000 | www.odu.edu

55 Tidewater Community College 757-822-1122 | www.tcc.edu

56 Virginia Wesleyan College 757-455-3200 | www.vwc.edu


CURRENCY EXCHANGENorfolk International Airport ........................................Bank of America ......BB&T ............................................MacArthur Center ..............................................................SunTrust ................................................................................Wells Fargo .......................EMERGENCY NUMBERSAmbulance & Rescue, Fire, Police .....................................................911Coast Guard (Search & Rescue) ....................................Fire Department non-emergency ...............................Physicians Referral Service .............................................Police/Sheri" non-emergency ......................................State Police ....................

NORFOLK VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERS

DOWNTOWN SATELLITE VISITOR CENTERNauticus, One Waterside Drive Open Saturday and Sunday 12-5 p.m. LANGUAGE BANKLanguage Bank (American Red Cross) .......................NEWSPAPERThe Virginian-Pilot .............................................................AIRPORT INFORMATIONNorfolk International Airport ........................................American ..............................................................................Continental ..........................................................................Delta .......................................................................................Southwest ............................................................................United Airlines ....................................................................USAirways ............................................................................

AIRPORT SHUTTLEAirport Connection ...........................................................AUTO RENTALAvis .........................................................................................Budget ...................................................................................Dollar .....................................................................................Enterprise .............................................................................Hertz .......................................................................................National.................................................................................Thrifty ....................................................................................GROUND TRANSPORTATIONCarey Limousine & Car Service .....................................James River Transportation ...........................................Orange Peel Transportation...........................................BUSESGreyhound/Trailways .......................................................Hampton Roads Transit (Local) .....................................TRAIN INFORMATIONAmtrak ...................................................................................The Tide Light Rail .............................................................TAXICAB SERVICEAndy’s Cab ...........................................................................Black and White ..................................................................Norfolk Checker Taxi/Green & White ..........................Yellow Cab of Norfolk.......................................................PASSENGER FERRYHRT Paddlewheel Ferry ...................................................USO OFFICEUSO of Hampton Roads ..................................................

SPORTS & RECREATIONBASEBALLNorfolk Tides .......................................................................COLLEGE ATHLETICS - NCAANorfolk State University, Division 1 .............................Old Dominion University, Division 1 ..........................Virginia Wesleyan College, Division 3.........................BEACHES-PUBLIC

Ocean View Beach Park, 100 W. Ocean View Ave.Sarah Constant Shrine Beach, 100 W. Ocean View Ave.,Administration O%ce .......................................................Northside Pool ....................................................................BOAT RAMPS-PUBLICCobb’s Marina Inc., 4524 Dunning Rd. .......................NORFOLK CHARTER FISHING BOATS

.....Willoughby Harbor Marina, 1525 Bayville St. .........CHARTER BOATSAmerican Rover ......................................................Carrie B Showboat.............................................................Harrison Charters...............................................................Mariner IV Custom Charters ..........................................FISHING LICENSESVirginia Marine Resources Commission ....................Virginia Dept. of Game & Inland Fisheries ................ Licenses may also be obtained at Kmart or Wal-Mart.FISHINGWilloughby Harbor Marina, 1525 Bayville St. .........Ocean View Fishing Pier, 400 W. Ocean View Ave. BOATINGBay Point Marina, 9500 30th Bay St. ...........................Cobb’s Marina Inc., 4524 Dunning Rd. .......................

.................Harbor Marine, 4401 Pretty Lake Ave. ........................Key Dreams Charter Boat Service, 9500 30th Bay St. .

..............Pelicans’ Nest Marina, 4401 Pretty Lake Ave. ...........Rebel Marina, 1553 Bayville St. .....................................SailTime Sailing Center at Willoughby Harbor Marina, 1525 Bayville St. ............................................................

.....Waterside Marina, 333 Waterside Dr. .........................

20-ft depth, 35 slips for boats up to 200 ft long, athletic club, showers, laundry, grocery, ice, wi-$.

Willoughby Harbor Marina, 1525 Bayville St. ..........ICE HOCKEYNorfolk Admirals ..................PUBLIC GOLF COURSESLake Wright Golf Course, Norfolk ................................Lamberts Point Golf Course, Norfolk ..........................Ocean View Golf Course, Norfolk .................................

Visitor Services

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Perfectly located to military bases, office parks, beaches and area attractions. Lake Wright has two hotels

to choose from... each a perfect choice!

Quality Suites & Sleep Inn(757) 461-6251

6280 Northampton Boulevard Norfolk, Virginia 23502www.lakewright.com


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ShoppingMade Easy

Along with 100 Other Specialty Stores

Location880 N. Military HighwayNorfolk, VA 23502757-461-0777www.galleryatmilitarycircle.com

Store HoursMonday-Saturday 10am-9pmSunday 12pm-6pm

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18 Screen Theater; All Stadium Seating

Minutes from the Airport, I-64 and Downtown Norfolk

20 minutes to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront

40 minutes to Colonial Williamsburg

Complimentary On The House hot breakfast

Free parking

Complimentary Airport Shuttle

Stellar Service, Flexible Meeting Space, Business Center, Precor Fitness Center, Eco-Friendly Indoor Pool and

Whirlpool, Free Wireless Internet, Free Parking, and Complimentary Airport Shuttle

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1500 N. Military Highway, Norfolk, Va 23502

235 East Main Street Norfolk, Virginia 23510

757-627-4200NorfolkWatersideMarriott.com

Discover a hotel in the heart of this vibrant, historic Norfolk district which provides the ultimate backdrop for the perfect getaway.

Explore shopping, dining and culture by day, then unwind in your guest room and experience the ultimate in luxury combined with southern charm.

Top it all off with a stunning waterfront view, dinner or a nightcap in our own Shula’s 347, steps away from many entertainment options and you have a weekend adventure to be excited about.

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