- Our list of the best things to do in Norfolk, Virginia, features the top 172 nearby activities — including 78 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Norfolk, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Museums & Galleries, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 28 things to do within the city of Norfolk, VA , followed by 144 popular activities in nearby cities, including Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton, Portsmouth, Newport News, Suffolk, Smithfield, Yorktown, Cape Charles and Williamsburg
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Displaying a multitude of paintings and bronze sculptures, Imagine Art Studios showcases the work of over 10 local artists. Each piece of art has background information about the artist behind it.
21.2 Miles
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61 votes
319 Main St, Smithfield, VA
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Located in downtown Smithfield is an informative site known as the Smithfield & Isle of Wight Visitor Center. Sample itineraries, historic walking tour maps, and information about local attractions, restaurants, and lodging options are freely available.
21.2 Miles
Smithfield Farmers Market offers many different types of locally grown foods, including produce, meats, and herbs. Various other edibles and handcrafted items are also available. Live music is provided during each market, and pets are welcome.
21.2 Miles
Situated along Warwick River, Riverview Farm Park features a 30,000-square-foot community playground, a dog park and athletic fields. The park provides two miles of paved trails, sheltered picnic areas, restroom facilities and a skate park.
21.2 Miles
Smithfield Little Theatre is a community performance group that annually solicits scripts from directors, basing its season on the top selections. A state-of-the art space was built in 2001 to present plays and one act festivals.
21.2 Miles
Formerly an old warehouse that was once a cotton gin, Cotton Gin Theatre was donated to the Smithfield Little Theatre organization in 1973. The theatre is used for the performing arts like plays and musicals.
21.3 Miles
Painted Garden Gallery showcases the works of Robbie Younger Perrotti, an artist who works in a number of media. The gallery features a variety of paintings, painted furniture, and a collection of vintage clothing.
21.9 Miles
Lazer Rush features laser tag games that last 15 minutes long and can include distractions like people in masks and costumes scaring the participants. They also have bumper cars, trampoline games and an arcade.
22.3 Miles
The historic Fort Boykin is a fort that dates back to the Revolutionary War and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The fort is home to Virginia's second oldest black walnut tree.
22.9 Miles
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247 votes
4005 Sandpiper Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
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The completely natural environment at the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge offers many outdoor activities along Virginia Beach. Visitors are able to fish, bike, and hike within designated segments of the area.