Sights in Hampton Roads
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Nauticus National Maritime Center
Nauticus is the biggest attraction here, overshadowed only by the USS Wisconsin battleship (a 'Desert Storm' veteran) docked alongside. This comprehensive naval museum has ingenious interactive exhibits and entertaining shows, including submarine rides, multimedia naval battles and flight simulators.
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Norfolk Botanical Gardens
The Norfolk Botanical Gardens offer 19km (12mi) of pathways in, around and through all kinds of beautiful landscaped flora. A butterfly garden, Renaissance Garden and children's vegetable garden are among the many areas you can choose for a stroll.
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Chrysler Museum of Art
Chrysler Museum of Art is a grand place with a superb collection and well worth a detour. Exhibits include paintings by Gainsborough, Renoir, Picasso, Pollock and Warhol, and glass ranging from ancient Roman to Tiffany pieces.
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Naval Station Norfolk
The world's largest navy base, and one of the busiest airfields in the country, this is a must-see. Depending on what ships are in port, you might see aircraft carriers, destroyers, frigates, amphibious assault ships and submarines. The 45-minute bus tours are conducted by naval personnel and must be booked in advance (hours vary). Photo ID is required for adults. Alternatively, view the docks from a narrated, two-hour cruise aboard the Victory Rover.
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Nauticus
This massive interactive maritime-themed museum has exhibits on undersea exploration, aquatic life of the Chesapeake Bay and US Naval lore. The museum's highlight is clambering around the decks and inner corridors of the USS Wisconsin. Built in 1943, it was the largest (887ft long) and last battleship built by the US Navy.
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MacArthur Memorial
Houses the final resting place of WWII hero General Douglas MacArthur and his wife, Jean. The complex includes a museum, theater and exhibits of the general's military and personal artifacts.
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Hampton Naval Museum
Hampton Naval Museum is more adult-oriented, where you can explore the deck of the USS Wisconsin. Built in 1943, it was the largest (887ft long) and last battleship built by the US Navy.
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Chrysler Museum of Art
A glorious setting for a spectacular and eclectic collection of artifacts from ancient Egypt to the present day, including works by Monet, Matisse, Renoir, Warhol and a world-class collection of Tiffany blown glass.
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