Norfolk, the Heart of the Virginia Waterfront.
Norfolk, Virginia is a city on the water, but never watered down. Built on character, by characters, we’re a melting pot of people, cultures, and ideas.
We invite you to take a chance for a change. Find inspiration on our shores. Explore our neighborhoods. Share our love of art. Experience our local flavors. Walk in our history. And never be afraid to loosen your sails and go wherever the wind takes you — a little change will do you good.
Venue Details
Hotels38
Convention center60,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms5,000
Guest rooms at 1 hotel466
Special event venues92
Average room rate$139.00
Occupancy rate-
Restaurants600
Daily food cost$61.00
Tax rate9%
Venue typeCVB
Discover NorfolkGetting Here
Distance from airport
10 mi from Norfolk International Airport
Distance from Norfolk International Airport airport 10 mi
Location
Local Attractions
Interactive Dining Guide
If you’re looking for world-class cuisine, you’ll find it right here in Norfolk! From traditional Southern faire to a wide range of nouveau and international offerings – many of which are whipped up by award-winning chefs, Norfolk’s eclectic collection of eateries offers something for everyone – and every appetite.
Norfolk recently welcomed the new Waterside District, a dining and entertainment district, located on the Elizabeth River. Waterside houses eateries such as Guy Fieri’s Smokehouse, Rappahannock Oyster Company, Cogan’s Pizza, Blue Moon Taphouse and many more.
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Attractions & Historic Places
Sail on a majestic tall ship. Explore the power of the sea at Nauticus and The Hampton Roads Naval Museum, or aboard the Battleship Wisconsin. Enjoy a harbor tour, a sunset dinner cruise, a paddlewheel ferry ride, a Naval base tour, or a day at the beach.
Shopping
Norfolk’s urban shopping centers feature everything from popular national retailers at MacArthur Center and The Gallery at Military Circle to trendy specialty shops and antiquing in Ghent. Norfolk is also home to the recently opened Norfolk Premium Outlets, which offers amazing deals on name brand and designer fashion.
Sports
Go fishing, kayak, learn how to sail, bike along the Elizabeth River, or take a few swings at one of Norfolk’s three golf courses. Enjoy great professional sports on a shoestring budget. Take in exciting AAA baseball action with the Norfolk Tides at downtown’s Harbor Park, or an ECHL hockey game with the Norfolk Admirals at the Scope. Norfolk is also home to major college sports including the Old Dominion University Monarchs (CAA / Conference USA), the Norfolk State University Spartans (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference) and Virginia Wesleyan Marlins (Old Dominion Athletic Conference).
Performing Arts & Museums
Norfolk is the Mid-Atlantic’s cultural cornerstone, with an array of fine and performing arts centers, great museums, galleries, live music and working artist studios. By day, stay cool inside the world-class Chrysler Museum of Art or The MacArthur Memorial. By night, try summer concerts on the harbor, a play at the Wells Theatre, live music at the NorVa or a stylish evening at the Virginia Opera or Virginia Symphony. And Norfolk is home to the Virginia Arts Festival, an annual two-month long regional presentation of world-class performing arts, such as concerts, ballet, symphony performances, opera, festivals, the Virginia International Tattoo, and more.
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Invited Clubs
multi-city
We are Invited.
Invited reflects our proud history of inclusiveness and captures our welcoming spirit. Our unprecedented collection of 158 golf and country clubs and city clubs share a common goal- building relationships and enriching lives. The time has come to build on our traditions and write new chapters. We welcome you to join us.
Invited. Where You Belong.
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Norfolk - Town Point Club
Norfolk
Step into a world of endless possibilities. Town Point Club is Norfolk’s leading community for purpose and connection in the heart of the downtown business district. Here, Members and guests embark on culinary adventures, experience next-level networking, host elevated meetings and events, and engage in lively socials while overlooking breathtaking river views.
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Spaciously (Book 600+ team activities with a few clicks on www.spaciously.io)
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AV Chicago Show Ready Productions
multi-city
Show Ready Productions is a leading national event production services provider. AV Chicago is a division of Show Ready focusing in the mid-west and Chicagoland areas. With our combined resources we are your partner for your events from start to finish. Our team is dedicated to making sure we begin with your vision and leave you and your attendees inspired by the experience.
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SMERFEvents LLC
multi-city
Elevate your next event with our affordable AV Rental and Lighting services in Washington DC, Miami Florida, Rockville Maryland & Tysons Corner Virginia. From intimate social events to large-scale conferences, our state of the art equipment and highly skilled AV Technicians will ensure your event runs smoothly. Contact us today to get a quote. Our clients who use our service SAVE 25-50% more compared to other providers.
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Fogo de Chao - Reston
multi-city
THE CULINARY ART of CHURRASCO ®
For more than 40 years, we have brought the FIRE to create memorable experiences and an innovative menu centered around the culinary art of Churrasco: fire-roasted proteins, expertly butchered and grilled over an open flame.
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A Culinary Experience
Inspired by the grand kitchen tables on the farms of Southern Brazil, where family and friends gather to share the finest from their fresh harvests. We bring you seasonal salads and irresistibly fresh superfoods featuring naturally gluten-free, paleo, vegan selections, and more.
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A LAIDBACK APPROACH TO THE FOGO EXPERIENCE
Enjoy all the flavors of Brazil in a more casual atmosphere. Unwind with friends over craft cocktails and carefully selected wines, or share Brazilian-inspired appetizers and small plates.
The Tradition The Story Behind the Flavors
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steak House
Our story began in the mountainous countryside of Rio Grande do Sul in Southern Brazil. It is the lessons our founding brothers learned on their family farms that gave them the ambition to share their rich culinary heritage with the rest of the world.
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Fogo de Chao - Richmond
Glen Allen
THE CULINARY ART of CHURRASCO ®
For more than 40 years, we have brought the FIRE to create memorable experiences and an innovative menu centered around the culinary art of Churrasco: fire-roasted proteins, expertly butchered and grilled over an open flame.
THE MARKET TABLE
A Culinary Experience
Inspired by the grand kitchen tables on the farms of Southern Brazil, where family and friends gather to share the finest from their fresh harvests. We bring you seasonal salads and irresistibly fresh superfoods featuring naturally gluten-free, paleo, vegan selections, and more.
Bar Fogo
A LAIDBACK APPROACH TO THE FOGO EXPERIENCE
Enjoy all the flavors of Brazil in a more casual atmosphere. Unwind with friends over craft cocktails and carefully selected wines, or share Brazilian-inspired appetizers and small plates.
The Tradition The Story Behind the Flavors
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steak House
Our story began in the mountainous countryside of Rio Grande do Sul in Southern Brazil. It is the lessons our founding brothers learned on their family farms that gave them the ambition to share their rich culinary heritage with the rest of the world.
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810 Entertainment
multi-city
810 Entertainment is fun with an upscale attitude!
Each location offers guests a variety of amenities to choose from including bowling, billiards, and arcade games. To bring out your inner competitor, you will find classic board games, darts, shuffleboard, ping pong and so much more! We are more than fun and games at 810 Entertainment. Our menu is sure to satisfy your appetite and we offer full-service bars with craft cocktails and local drafts on tap. With something for everyone, 810 Entertainment is the place to have fun, be social and create memories!
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The Dominion Club
Glen Allen
The Dominion Club is a private Country Club located in Henrico County in the center of the Wyndham master-planned community. We have established ourselves to be Glen Allen's premier destination for golf, racquet sports (tennis & pickleball), swimming, dining, and family fun events. The Dominion Club offers all ages a place to come together to embrace serenity, grow their Golf and/or Racquet Sports skills, make new friends, create cherished memories with family, and enjoy good food and drinks! The membership base consists largely of families eager to take advantage of a full sports and social calendar.
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1757 Golf Club
Dulles
1757 Golf Club, located in Dulles, Virginia, is a private golf club haven for Northern Virginians. We provide you with a convenient place to relax and enjoy leisure time with great food, great gathering spaces and great golf facilities. Since opening in 2009, our friendly, welcoming staff has helped 1757 earn various "Best of Loudoun" awards and our event spaces and expansive golf practice areas continue to draw rave reviews. Our outdoor patio has become the place to be for happy hour, and you can get some exercise on the golf practice range on your way home after a day of work. See you soon!
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Sustainable Practices
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