Things to Do in Portsmouth, VA

  • Our list of the best things to do in Portsmouth, Virginia, features the top 172 nearby activities — including 78 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Portsmouth, 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 19 things to do within the city of Portsmouth, VA , followed by 153 popular activities in nearby cities, including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Suffolk, Smithfield, Yorktown, Cape Charles and Williamsburg
  • Our list of the best things to do in Portsmouth, Virginia, features the top 172 nearby activities — including 78 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
  • Portsmouth, 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 19 things to do within the city of Portsmouth, VA , followed by 153 popular activities in nearby cities, including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Suffolk, Smithfield, Yorktown, Cape Charles and Williamsburg
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18.7 Miles
One of the largest private collections of World War I and World War II military aircraft in the world is housed at the Military Aviation Museum. Most of these planes are still airworthy and are regularly flown throughout the year in museum demonstrations.
18.8 Miles
87% 45 votes
Theaters 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA 23606 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a wide range of performances and events including concerts, ballet, and live theater at the Ferguson Center for the Arts. The center has been operating since 2004 and has hosted over 500 different performances.
19.0 Miles
89% 9 votes
Camping Site 1733 Indian Creek Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322 MoreLess Info
Located within a 763-acre park, the Northwest River Park Campground is a popular camping location among nature enthusiasts. The campground features 66 campsites and two rental cabins available for use.
19.1 Miles
92% 537 votes
Natural History Museums 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601 MoreLess Info
Living exhibits are kept within the Virginia Living Museum to depict the natural history of the state. All ecosystems of the state from the mountains to the marshes to the sea are covered by the animal exhibits, and guests can also view the Virginia skys at the observatory and planetarium.
19.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 600-698 Moonefield Dri, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
Primarily used for sports, Beale Park features three baseball fields with bleachers and a concession stand. It also has a children's playground as well as a private pool with two diving boards.
20.4 Miles
82% 11 votes
Winery/Vineyard 1213 George Washington Mem Hwy, Ste Bc, Yorktown, VA 23693 MoreLess Info
Offering wine and food pairings, visitors can sample the award-winning blueberry wine at Vintner's Cellar Winery of Yorktown. They often host live music for visitors to enjoy while eating a meal.
20.6 Miles
93% 975 votes
Beaches Virginia Beach, VA MoreLess Info
Considered to be quiet and family-oriented, the Sandbridge Beach is an alternative to the very busy Virginia Beach. The waves are normally easy and the water is relatively shallow, giving even young children a swimming experience in addition to numerous animal watching activities.
20.6 Miles
98% 121 votes
Parks 301 Jericho Road, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
Spread across 208 acres, the Windsor Castle Park serves as a riverside recreation area. There are several hiking trails and a mountain bike trail in addition to opportunities for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and picnicking.
21.0 Miles
96% 57 votes
History Museums 103 Main Street, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
The past of Isle of Wight County is chronicled within the Isle of Wight County Museum. Most of the collection centers around the ham, agricultural, and water industries of the area, but there are also prehistoric fossils and Native American artifacts.
21.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 131 Main Street, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
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.
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