- Our list of the best things to do in Newport News, Virginia, features the top 183 nearby activities — including 86 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Newport News, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Sights & Landmarks, Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 27 things to do within the city of Newport News, VA , followed by 156 popular activities in nearby cities, including Williamsburg, Norfolk, Hampton, Yorktown, Portsmouth, Smithfield, Suffolk, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Cape Charles and Sparta
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The Armed Forces Memorial in Norfolk pays tribute to veterans through a unique, outdoor display of personal letters cast in bronze. Visitors can contemplate each plaque's significance in a peaceful setting near the waterfront
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1 Waterside Drive, Ste 248, Norfolk, VA 23510
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One of the official museums that displays the history of the United States Navy is the Hampton Roads Naval Museum. The bulk of the exhibits focus on the 235 year naval history in the region of Hampton Roads, including a permanent display on the 18th century Virginia State Navy.
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The Moses Myers House offers a glimpse into life during the late Federal period. It was one of the first brick homes built after the Revolutionary War and tours are offered on weekends.
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336 votes
2001 Mooretown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185
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One of the most popular miniature golf courses in Williamsburg is Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf. It is set in the world of 18th century buccaneers through mountain caves, beneath waterfalls, and over several footbridges.
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48 votes
300 Monticello Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23510
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A movie theater equipped with digital projection and RealD 3D, Regal MacArthur Center Stadium 18 & RPX displays first-run feature films. The theater offers an RPX auditorium, stadium seating, reserved seats, a game room and a snack bar.
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Constructed on the site of a Naval hospital, Fort Nelson Park provides visitors with a scenic field and walking path to jog on. The path has several historical markers that explain the history of Fort Nelson.
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A combined museum and research center is housed within the MacArthur Memorial. It is dedicated to both preserving and presenting the story of Army General Douglas MacArthur and the men and women who served under him in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War.
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With over 8 acres of clean outdoor space, Town Point Park is nestled into the heart of the business district in downtown Norfolk. The park is a great strolling environment where friends can meet up for lunch or enjoy music.
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101 votes
333 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510
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The red tan bark sails is a signature sight of the American Rover Sailing Cruises. The trips depart from Waterside in the heart of downtown and then sail the waters of the Elizabeth River and Hampton Roads Harbor for both Sunset Cruises and Narrated Harbor Cruises.