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Hampton

Hampton looks both seaward and skyward. Boats move through the harbor below Fort Monroe’s old ramparts. Inland, NASA Langley works on aircraft and spacecraft.

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Culture4.5/5

Virginia Air & Space Science Center

Hampton’s air and space museum has aircraft hanging overhead, hands-on exhibits, and an IMAX theater. The Apollo 12 command module is here.

Landmark4.7/5

Fort Monroe National Monument

Hampton's Fort Monroe is a massive stone fort on a peninsula at Chesapeake Bay's entrance. You can walk its ramparts above the water-filled moat.

Landmark4.6/5

Buckroe Beach and Park

Hampton’s beach park pairs a sandy swimming beach with open grass and a playground. Two piers reach out over the water.

Culture4.6/5

Hampton History Museum

This museum traces Hampton's history through artifacts, videos and interactive exhibits. An old carousel is among the displays.

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Road in Hampton, Virginia.

Culture4.7/5

Virginia Living Museum

Welcome to the Virginia Living Museum, where learning becomes an adventure! Get up close to over 250 species of animals and plants native to Virginia, including playful river otters and majestic bald eagles. With interactive exhibits, planetarium shows, and outdoor trails, this museum is a perfect blend of education and entertainment. Not your average museum, it's a wild journey through the beauty of Virginia!

Landmark4.8/5

Larry King Law's Langley Speedway

This paved 4/10-mile oval hosts stock-car races and drift events.

Shop4.4/5

Peninsula Town Center

Open-air shopping center built like a downtown, with shops below apartments and offices. Oversized checkers and chess boards give the walk a place to pause.

Shop4.3/5

Coliseum Crossing

Welcome to Coliseum Crossing, a traveler's paradise located at 91 Coliseum Xing, Hampton, VA! This vibrant destination offers endless excitement with its eclectic mix of shops, boutiques, and restaurants. Indulge in retail therapy, savor mouthwatering dishes, and take home unique souvenirs. Whether you're a shopaholic or a foodie, Coliseum Crossing guarantees an unforgettable experience. So pack your bags and embark on a journey of fun and adventure!

Transport4.4/5

Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport

Airport in Newport News with a veterans' lounge and Wi-Fi.

Landmark4.5/5

Hampton University

University in Hampton with statues.

Landmark4.3/5

Boo Williams Sportsplex

Indoor sports complex for track meets and basketball tournaments. A second event area sits on the opposite side.

Shop4.5/5

Virginia Store

Hampton gift shop with locally made art, Virginia treats and souvenirs. It carries official Virginia Is for Lovers merchandise.

Landmark4/5

Jefferson Flea Market

Newport News flea market with indoor shops and outdoor vendors.

Landmark4.8/5

Grandview Nature Preserve

Hampton's nature preserve opens onto a Chesapeake Bay beach, reached by a trail through marsh and coves. Pelicans and horseshoe crabs turn up along shore.

Landmark4.7/5

Newport News Park

Newport News' park wraps around a reservoir, with miles of trails and a Discovery Center for nature exhibits. Turtles show up along the paths.

Landmark4.4/5

Hampton Coliseum

Hampton concert arena with an outdoor deck around the top. You can walk the deck before a show and look out over the complex.

Eat$$$4.5/5

The Grey Goose | Kitchen and Catering

Phoebus restaurant serving seafood, Southern comfort food and brunch, with salads, flatbreads and a party room.

Eat$$$4.2/5

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Downtown Hampton sports bar with big TVs and a covered outdoor deck. Seating is self-service, so you choose your own table before ordering.

Eat$$$4.3/5

County Grill & Smokehouse

Hampton barbecue restaurant smoking pork shoulder, brisket, sausage and ribs. Eight sauces let you compare styles, from Memphis to Lexington.

Stays

Stay$$$$4.35/5

Embassy Suites by Hilton Hampton Convention Center

Situated 10 minutes outside of Hampton, Virginia, this all-suite hotel is less than 15 minutes from Buckroe Beach and Fort Monroe. It features an indoor pool. The Hampton Roads Embassy Suites provides accommodations equipped with cable TV and free Wi-Fi. They are furnished with a sofa bed, microwave, and refrigerator. A laptop safe box is provided. This Hampton hotel hosts an on-site restaurant and bar. A gym and 24-hour business center are also part of its facilities. A breakfast buffet is served every morning. The Virginia Air and Space Center is 10 minutes from Embassy Suites Hampton Roads. Busch Gardens Amusement Park is 30 minutes from the hotel.

Stay$$$4/5

Hampton Inn Hampton-Newport News

Hampton Inn Hampton-Newport News in Hampton offers comfortable rooms with refrigerators, microwaves, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, sofa bed, and shower. Guests can enjoy an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, and outdoor seating area. The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, business area, and lift. Additional amenities include a fitness room and American buffet breakfast with warm dishes, juice, fresh pastries, cheese, and fruits. Boo Williams Sportsplex is a 14-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Virginia Living Museum (10 km), Hampton Roads Convention Center (3 km), and Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (14 km). Guests appreciate the attentive staff, excellent breakfast, and clean rooms.

Stay$$$3.45/5

Hilton Garden Inn Hampton Coliseum Central

Providing on-site dining options along with in-room microwaves and mini-refrigerators, this Hampton, Virginia hotel is situated close to major corporate offices and local attractions, including Buckroe Beach. Guests at the Hilton Garden Inn Hampton Coliseum Central can start the morning with breakfast from the on-site Great American Grill restaurant or enjoy a snack from the 24-hour convenience store. A modern fitness centre complete with an indoor swimming pool is also available on-site. The Hampton Roads Convention Center along with the offices of Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman are only minutes away. The Hampton Coliseum Central Hilton Garden Inn is also close to the historic town centre.

Stay4.2/5

Holiday Inn Express Hampton - Coliseum Central

Hotel in Hampton with breakfast and a pool.

Stay3.9/5

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Hampton

Hotel in Hampton with roomy suites and breakfast.

Stay3.9/5

Extended Stay America Suites- Hampton - Coliseum

Extended-stay hotel in Hampton.

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4.5/5

A Day Full of Fun at Virginia Living Museum

Explore Virginia's spectacular ecosystems in the only place where museum, zoo, aquarium, garden, and planetarium combine into one unforgettable adventure for all ages. Journey from indoor touch pools and a 32,000-gallon aquarium to a real cypress swamp with live alligators, then venture outside to our ¾-mile boardwalk trail featuring playful river otters, endangered red wolves, and 16 lifelike dinosaurs. Experience hands-on learning at our Wild Care Center, Conservation Command Center with seahorse nursery, interactive dig pits, and butterfly gardens, while discovering sustainable living at our Conservation Garden and Green House. Cap off your visit with a cosmic journey at the Abbitt Planetarium, where full-dome shows reveal how we're all connected in one big ecosystem—all proudly accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums and certified as a Virginia Green attraction.

$22.95

4.9/5

Half-Day Self-Guided Tour E-Bike Rental in Norfolk

The Elizabeth River Trail is a great way to follow Norfolk’s waterfront bikeways & greenways. Your Pedego e-bike has pedal assist and throttle to take you to all the must-see historical sites without breaking a sweat. Or find your own path through Norfolk's waterfront Burroughs. • Waterside District Festival Marketplace, with dozens of scores of shops restaurants. • Nauticus Maritime Center, with fantastic nautical artifacts and exhibits • The Great Battleship Wisconsin, one of the most iconic battleships of WWII and Korean War • Historic Freemason District, with cobblestoned streets and significant architectural styles • Norfolk's Pagoda Garden • Eclectic Chelsea District, with bakeries, breweries, restaurants, and shipyard. Old Dominion University Lochhaven - The longest portion of the trail, the Lochhaven section boasts beautiful residential streets, views of the Norfolk Country Club Marina, and the Hermitage Museum & Gardens.

$75.00

4.8/5

2 h

City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Lunch Cruise

Join us on our Norfolk Signature Lunch Cruise for amazing views of the mighty Atlantic Fleet while cruising along the Elizabeth River. Our lunch cruises are casual yet festive, ideal for the whole family or a nice office escape with friends! Dance along to our DJ entertainment, sip on cocktails from our full-bar selection, listen to our live narration, or enjoy interactive games on our skyline deck. This lunch cruise offers something for everyone! Including a 2-hour cruise along the Elizabeth River, a delicious lunch buffet with freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and dessert dishes, spectacular views of the Navy's mighty Atlantic Fleet with engaging narration, onboard entertainment with DJ music, access to lounge spaces, and interactive games, and unlimited coffee, hot tea, and iced tea.

$66.09

4.2/5

Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin

Come experience the best of Norfolk, Virginia with a combo attraction pass to admission to Norfolk's top attractions! Through these specially-issued passes, you gain admission to the Battleship Wisconsin, Nauticus, and the Virginia Zoo. Explore Norfolk's Battleship Wisconsin, the world’s largest and last battleship. Uncover the power of the sea and marvel at maritime science and history at the Nauticus. Step inside the Hampton Roads Naval Museum and discover the history of the United States Navy in Coastal Virginia. Go wild at the Virginia Zoo and see tigers, lions, and bears exploring and learning about different habitats and the way animals live in the wild. Don’t miss out on great discounts for harbor cruises, food tours, shopping, attractions and much more! Admissions tickets do not have to be used within the same visit day. Tickets are valid until December 31, 2026.

$42.64

1 h

Explore Hampton with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers

In Zombie Scavengers of Hampton, players will use an app to try to survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll do so by finding survival objects around the city, in any order you'd like, to get points and do fun zombie themed challenges for points as well. Use strategy to try and find as many items as possible in order to survive. Your survival team will be able to see the score on the app's rankings compared to teams across the country. You'll have a remote host via chat in case you need anything. Let's survive in Hampton today!

$20.00

2 h

Nutty Newport News Scavenger Hunt

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

$27.00

2 h

Gnarly Norfolk Scavenger Hunt

$25.00

1 h 30 mins

Awesome University Hunt: Pirates' Plunder at Hampton University

Dive into adventure with the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration. Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, these adventure hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! Every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Make every day an adventure!

$14.99

9 h

Private Outdoor Adventure and Wellness Tour in Virginia

Experience the natural beauty of Shenandoah National Park as you set out on a scenic 4-mile moderate hike along the Rose River Trail, where you’ll be immersed in lush forest landscapes and the soothing sounds of flowing water. As you follow the winding trail, you’ll encounter a series of picturesque waterfalls cascading over moss-covered rocks, offering perfect opportunities to pause, relax, and capture stunning photos. Along the way, you’ll enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Blue Ridge Mountains, breathe in fresh mountain air, and take in the rich sights and sounds of the surrounding wilderness. This well-balanced hike gives you the chance to combine light adventure with moments of tranquility, making it an ideal outdoor experience for nature lovers looking to explore one of Virginia’s most iconic national parks.

$1,250.00

2 h 30 mins

Newport News Outdoor Escape Game Team Spy Mission

Most city activities focus on landmarks, but this experience focuses on your team. Work together on a 2.5-hour outdoor spy mission through Newport News, solving challenges and uncovering clues across four locations. Designed for private groups of 1 to 8 players, this self-guided adventure combines sightseeing, teamwork, and friendly competition while letting you explore the city at your own pace using your smartphone.