The 15 best things to do in Norfolk (2026)

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   1. A Day Full of Fun at Virginia Living Museum

   Outty Ranking72

   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. Strongly Recommended at 72/100, 4.5/5 from 38 traveler reviews, 2h from $18, free cancellation.

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

   Outty Ranking71

   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. Strongly Recommended at 71/100, 4.9/5 from 48 traveler reviews, 1h from $75, free cancellation.

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   3. Norfolk's Combo Tickets - Virginia Zoo & Battleship Wisconsin

   Outty Ranking66

   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 t. Solid Choice at 66/100, 4.2/5 from 36 traveler reviews, 48h from $43, free cancellation.

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   4. City Cruises Norfolk: Buffet Dinner Cruise

   Outty Ranking60

   Celebrate a special occasion, host a group event, or experience a unique date night. Great for parties of all sizes. A Signature Dinner Cruise gives you the chance to dine, dance, and play games in our lounge spaces as w. Worth a Look at 60/100, 4.2/5 from 61 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $72, free cancellation.

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   5. City Cruises Norfolk: Buffet Brunch Cruise

   Outty Ranking59

   Whether you’re a local, new to the city, or just visiting, a brunch cruise is the perfect end to your weekend activity. You’ll love our delicious brunch menu and games on our skyline deck. Includes 2-hour cruise along. Worth a Look at 59/100, 4.5/5 from 26 traveler reviews, 2h from $63, free cancellation.

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   6. City Cruises Norfolk: Signature Lunch Cruise

   Outty Ranking53

   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. Worth a Look at 53/100, 4.8/5 from 6 traveler reviews, 2h from $66, free cancellation.

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   7. Scavenger Hunt in Newport News by Operation City Quest

   Outty Ranking52

   In this fun Newport News scavenger hunt, players will use an app to find objects in the city, in any order they want, to collect points! They'll also complete challenges for points. Players can see their score on the app. Worth a Look at 52/100, 4.5/5 from 2 traveler reviews, 2h from $10, free cancellation.

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   8. Full-Day 8-Hour E-Bike Rental in Norfolk

   Outty Ranking52

   Electric Bike Rentals An electric bike rental is the very best way to experience Norfolk Virginia and beyond! The nearby bike trails are safe and breathtakingly beautiful. Visitors always say it’s the most fun and memora. Worth a Look at 52/100, 5.0/5 from 2 traveler reviews, 8h from $100, free cancellation.

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   9. Nutty Norfolk Scavenger Hunt

   Outty Ranking51

   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 Aust. Worth a Look at 51/100, 5.0/5 from 1 traveler reviews, 2h from $20, free cancellation.

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    10. Participate in a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Newport News by 3Quest Challenge

    Outty Ranking48

    The Newport News 3Quest Challenge is a scavenger hunt done on an app where players will find objects (given in the form of riddles) and complete fun challenges for points. The items & challenges are separated into 3 ques. Worth a Look at 48/100, 3.0/5 from 1 traveler reviews, 2h from $10, free cancellation.

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    11. Scavenger Hunt in Norfolk by 3Quest Challenge

    Outty Ranking48

    You'll use an app to explore Norfolk in this fun scavenger hunt! In 3Quest Challenge, the app will give you a list of things (given in riddle form) to find around the city. Solve the riddle and take photos of the items t. Worth a Look at 48/100, 2h from $10, free cancellation.

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    12. Awesome Norfolk Scavenger Hunt: Mystery of Norfolk

    Outty Ranking48

    Dive into adventure with Let’s Roam, your go-to for 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-te. Worth a Look at 48/100, 1.5h from $15, free cancellation.

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    13. Norfolk City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Wacky Walks

    Outty Ranking48

    Use an app to explore Norfolk in this fun royal scavenger hunt! In Wacky Walks, you will compete in royal tournaments to determine a King or Queen throughout the game. The King/Queen will lead the team in finding items a. Worth a Look at 48/100, 2h from $10, free cancellation.

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    14. Awesome Bar Crawl in Norfolk

    Outty Ranking48

    Dive into adventure with Let’s Roam, your go-to for 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-te. Worth a Look at 48/100, 1.5h from $15, free cancellation.

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    15. Gnarly Norfolk Scavenger Hunt

    Outty Ranking46

    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 Aust. Worth a Look at 46/100, 2h from $25, free cancellation.

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