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5 Welcome to Norfolk 18 Norfolk Cuisine 31 E VENTS FREE VISITORS GUIDE | 2014 A warm welcome to the Find out why Norfolk Mark your calendar for heart of ’s waterfront.SM has a reputation as a these city-wide signature culinary hotspot. events. 7 G ET TO KNOW NORFOLK 32 Attr actions A sneak peek into what you 19 R egional Insert: Things to do around town. can expect to find during Coastal Virginia your stay in Norfolk. Attractions 33 P ERFORMING Arts Our surrounding region is Norfolk’s vibrant arts 8 Norfolk scene takes center stage. Neighborhoods brimming with history, 37 D ining GUIDE Published by VistaGraphics, Inc. Notable neighborhoods one-of-a-kind experiences NORFOLK FREE | 2016 1264 Perimeter Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23454 • 757-422-8979 A tasty guide to eateries GUIDE and unique attractions. ACCOMMODATIONS • ATTRACTIONS • DINING • SHOPPING • RECREATION • HISTORY • MAPS throughout Norfolk. throughout the city. VistaGraphicsInc.com Publisher...... Randy Thompson 8 Downtown 36 Vir ginia Arts 43 Visitor RESOURCES Vice President of Sales...... Brannock 12 Festival Account Executive...... Lori Conti 14 Chelsea/North Colley World-renowned Directory of helpful VP of Production...... Holly Watters information and resources. Lead Designer...... Don Spencer 15 /East Beach performances grace local Director of Photography...... Jim Pile

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4 Norfolk Visitors Guide | 2016 No matter where you are in the City, you’re never far from the water. Anthony J. DiFilippo at the Battleship Wisconsin. welcome elcome to Norfolk! It has been a remarkable year full of exciting changes in our beautiful, waterfront city! Renovations to the new Waterside District have begun, and construction of a new W luxury hotel is well underway. Norfolk’s new arts district, The NEON District, is full of brand new murals, sculptures, art installations, a comedy theatre, restaurants and more! Our art and theatre scene is one of the best in the Commonwealth. The pieces within the nationally- renowned and the artists at work in the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio will leave you in awe. Musicians, dancers and actors are waiting to showcase their talents at the Virginia Opera, , and , to name a few. Other must-see attractions include the Norfolk , Hermitage Museum and Gardens, Naval Museum, MacArthur Memorial, and, of course, , the world’s largest naval base. Most people do not realize that Norfolk has 144 miles of shoreline and is surrounded by rivers, the and Atlantic Ocean. So no matter where you are in the city, you’re never far from the water. Enjoy a leisurely sail aboard the American Rover Tall Ship, see Naval Station Norfolk on the Victory Rover, or book a ‘Spirit of Norfolk’ dinner cruise. If you prefer exploring Norfolk on land, take a stroll through the historic Freemason, Chelsea and Ghent districts. Here you’ll find an array of antique shops, one-of-a-kind craft breweries, cafes, art galleries, gift shops, unique restaurants and more! Should you have questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to stop in our Tourist Information Center or chat with a visitor advisor online at www.visitnorfolktoday.com. Also be on the look out for the VisitNorfolk Mobile Visitor Center. The vehicle will be at festivals, attractions and local and regional events to distribute materials, maps and information.

We are thrilled to have you in Norfolk and hope you return again soon!

Anthony J. DiFilippo President and CEO, VisitNorfolk

visitnorfolktoday.com 5 Welcome to Norfolk – the most vibrant and authentic urban waterfront community in America! Experience the rich history, international cuisine, unique entertainment and Find your Fun scenic beauty that awaits you around every corner of our seaport city. In our walkable downtown, the award-winning Slover Library showcases in Norfolk! Download our three generations of architecture and is one of the most technologically- FREE mobile app advanced libraries in the country. On display at the MacArthur Memorial and and discover the Visitor Center, you will find more than 15,000 artifacts depicting the life and best Norfolk has times of the famous General. Stroll along the Elizabeth River Trail where to offer right at you will discover The National Maritime Center and the interior decks of the your fingertips! Battleship Wisconsin. Take in a show at the NorVa and see why Rolling Stone magazine recognizes it as one of the best music venues in the country. Or join other sports enthusiasts to cheer on the ECHL Admirals hockey team or the Triple-A Tides team. Discovering Norfolk As the cultural hub of the region, you will find a love of the arts that permeates throughout the entire has never been easier city. We are home to the Chrysler Museum of Art – one of the top 20 art museums in the country – and the or more fun. The VisitNorfolk Chrysler Museum Glass Studio, where artists offer free demonstrations of the ancient art of glass blowing. mobile app is your one-stop resource for all things Public art installations, breathtaking murals and pop-up galleries line the streets of the NEON Arts District. Norfolk. It’s easy to access information on Dance, music, and theater take the stage at our many performance halls and feature professionals from the local restaurants, bars, coffee shops, Virginia Opera, Virginia Symphony, Virginia Stage Company, and many more. boutiques, attractions, hotels, events, For ultimate relaxation, take in the beauty of nature at the 155-acre . With and everything else Norfolk has to offer. more than 40 themed gardens, this oasis in the middle of the city is a national treasure. Visit the hip Need directions? Simply press the directions neighborhoods of Ghent and Chelsea where you will sample eclectic shops, a plethora of eateries and local icon on any listing and the app will provide craft brews. For a trip that will delight the entire family, spend a day with over 400 animals at the Virginia Zoo. Or watch the waves of the Chesapeake Bay calmly lap more than 7.5 miles of Norfolk’s Ocean View step-by-step directions based on your current beaches – a great place to sun, swim and build sand castles. location. Search “visitnorfolkva” to download While Norfolk embodies the cultural and commercial advantages of a big city, visitors and residents our app today! become wrapped up in the intimate charm, historic past and friendly atmosphere of our old seaport town. Thank you for choosing Norfolk. We are glad you are here, and we hope you enjoy our vibrant community.

Sincerely, Paul D. Fraim, Mayor

6 Norfolk Visitors Guide | 2016 Get To Know Norfolk LIKE A LEGEND

Nor-fok, or Naw-fok, no matter how you pronounce it, the experience will always be the same: dynamic fun, vibrant entertainment and culture, delicious cuisine and 144 miles of shoreline waiting to be explored! We welcome you to experience our bustling, historic port city.

Waterfront Fun: The joining arts venues. Check out the free daily of the Chesapeake Bay with the mighty glass blowing demonstrations at Atlantic Ocean is where you can Chrysler Museum’s Glass Studio and find our waterfront city—and we’ve live performances at the Harrison got the sweeping shores to prove it. Opera House and Wells Theatre or stroll From kayaking and harbor cruising through the NEON District to capture to fishing, crabbing and swimming— views of public art. activities in, on and around the water Getting Around: are endless here. We’re also proud to Conveniently located in the city’s be called home to the world’s largest pedestrian-friendly downtown, naval station and also one of the the passenger rail station provides largest ports on the East Coast. daily train service to and from Distinct Local Flavor: If our coastal city. The station connects you’re looking for world-class cuisine, you with the city’s light rail system, you’ll find it right here. From al fresco The Tide, which allows you to dining on traditional southern fare and easily tour the city by rail along seafood to pairings of locally crafted its 7.5 mile route. beer and wine with international and Fido Friendly: Enjoying Norfolk nouveau cuisine, our eclectic culinary on four legs has never been easier. scene offers something for everyone— Our city’s pedestrian-friendly streets, and every appetite. beaches, parks, hotels and, yes, even Rich History & Heritage: restaurants will make you and your Norfolk’s history spans over 400 years furry friend feel right at home! You of major regional and national events. simply can’t beat our walkability, It all began when John Smith and his weather and wide open spaces. crew sailed along our waters looking to Shopper’s Delight: No matter establish their first American colonial what corner of town you find yourself settlement. Our city was right in the in, you’re sure to stumble upon a thick of several Revolutionary and shopping experience that fits your taste American Civil War battles—in fact, and budget! Don’t miss downtown’s still visible is the cannonball lodged Enjoy the undefeated taste of the best beef one-million square foot MacArthur ® into the side of St. Paul’s Episcopal money can buy, The SHULA CUT ! Center shopping mall and the eclectic Church dating back to the siege of 1776! our custom center cuts accompanied shops lining Granby Street and in by our aging process make up the You can experience our rich African- Monticello Arcade. While in Ghent, award winning SHULA CUT® steaks. American legacy at Underground pop into boutiques and antique shops Railroad stops included in our for something truly unique. Or if Cannonball Trail self-guided tour. you’re looking for retail therapy en Thriving Art Scene: You’ve route back to the airport, Military 235 East Main strEEt norfolk, Va 23510 got a front row ticket to experience Circle Mall is a convenient and wallet- our city’s burgeoning art scene at our friendly option. 757.282.6347 | www.Donshula.coM local studios, museums and performing visitnorfolktoday.com 7 Neighborhoods Of Norfolk history over to 456 Fish on Granby Street. History enthusiasts take note: Granby Street is often referred to Norfolk’s downtown is home to as “restaurant row”, and offers up some of the oldest, most storied everything from authentic Asian sites in the region! A journey along cuisine to refined, farm-to-table fare the Cannonball Trail, a self-guided and much more! If you’re looking historical tour, is a must-do; just be for something a little more exotic, sure to factor in at least two hours to head to Chartreuse Bistro or Saint see it all! Germain; both are sure to have On this tour you’ll get a sense of something to sate your palate. Want what daily life was once like; and to experience a part of Norfolk’s you’ll see historic homes including history while dining? Then reserve the Moses Myers House, the a table at the historic Freemason Willoughby-Baylor House and the Abbey Restaurant, a beautifully Hunter House Victorian Museum. preserved 142 year-old church turned You’ll also see the MacArthur restaurant. Memorial, the final resting place and museum honoring General of the Army Douglas MacArthur and his wife; the Armed Forces Memorial and the Downtown Norfolk Southern Museum. dining Downtown Norfolk is home to popular arts and After strolling along the streets of the neighborhoods you’ve likely entertainment venues, historic sites, chef-owned worked up quite the appetite! Well restaurants, museums and so much more. you’re in luck, because our downtown is home to some of the region’s most revered, and delicious eateries. For classic seafood dishes served in an upscale-casual atmosphere, head

HUNTER HOUSE VICTORIAN MUSEUM 8 Norfolk Visitors Guide | 2016 presented by: AFTER HOURS: You’ll love Norfolk’s MAY nightlife 5...... Puppy.de.Mayo scene. 7-8...... 10th.Annual.Spring.Town.Point.Virginia.Wine.Festival. (ticketed event) Open 21-22...... 15th.Annual.Virginia.Beer.Festival.in.partnership.with. entertainment Virginia.Arts.Festival.(ticketed event) Downtown is undoubtedly one of the city’s major hubs for culture, the arts and nightlife. Jam out with major musical artists at the NorVa, a JUNE historic concert venue that was recently named one of America’s Venues 10-12...... 40th.Anniversary.of.the.Norfolk.Harborfest® that Rock’s the Hardest by Rolling Stone Magazine. Just around the corner from the NorVa is the TCC Roper Performing Arts Center where you can 24-26.....27th.Annual.Bayou.Boogaloo.Music.&.Cajun.Food. catch live theater, musical performances and films every week. If you’re Festival. (ticketed event) looking for a hands-on experience, check out Todd Rosenlieb Dance across the street for class, training and performance opportunities for JULY both professional and amateur dancers alike. Don’t miss the world-class 4...... 34th.Annual.Fourth.of.July.Great.American.Picnic.. performances put on by the Virginia Stage Company at the historic Wells &.Fireworks Theatre and the Virginia Arts Festival. If you’re looking for edge-of-your- seat entertainment, you’re sure to find it at Norfolk Admirals 8...... 6th.Annual.Summer.BrewFest games at downtown’s Arena and cheering on the Norfolk 15-16...... 34th.Annual.Norfolk.Waterfront.Jazz.Festival Tides, the Baltimore Orioles Triple-A affiliate, at ! (ticketed event) 29-31...... A.Mid-Summer.Fantasy.Festival - Theatre in the Park

AUGUST 13...... 16th.Annual.Norfolk.Latino.Music.Festival, in partnership with the Hampton Roads Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

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MacArthur Center Mall OCTOBER in downtown Norfolk 1...... 28th.Annual.Virginia.ChildrenO’s.Festivalpen (ticketed event) 15-16...... 29th.. .Annual.Town.Point.Virginia.Wine.Festival shopping (ticketed event) If you’re in search of retail therapy, you’ve come to the right place. Conveniently located in the epicenter of downtown, MacArthur Center DECEMBER shopping mall has something for everyone. At the mall you’ll find plenty of 3...... 3rd.Annual.Christmas.Market.and.Holiday.Yule.Log. stores you won’t find elsewhere including J.Crew, White House Black Market Bonfire and Apple, and is anchored by Dillard’s and Nordstrom. If you’re looking for schedule subject to change a souvenir with a local flair, head across the street to the historic Monticello produced Arcade for jewelry, shoes and handmade home goods stores. by:

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visitnorfolktoday.com 9 and Battleship Wisconsin Neighborhoods combine forces to honor maritime science, history and fun! Of Norfolk

Nauticus Hampton Roads Naval Museum Sail Nauticus Battleship Wisconsin

ocated on the downtown Norfolk waterfront, Nauticus is a maritime science museum that explores the economic, naval, and natural power of the sea. It is both Lexciting and informative and allows visitors of all age groups to have fun learning something new. Nauticus features hands-on exhibits, marine life, 3D movies and interactive displays. Museum highlights include the exhibits: Our Mighty Seaport; Guns, Sweat, and Gears: Anatomy of a Battleship; and Stewards of the Sea: Defending Freedom, Protecting the Environment. While on the Nauticus campus you’ll find the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, located on the second floor, which examines more than two centuries of local naval history. See rare and unusual artifacts from the museum’s extensive collection and its new Artifact of the Month display. Then climb aboard the awe-inspiring Battleship Wisconsin, one of the largest and last battleships built by the U.S. Navy. During her Did you know: heyday, the Wisconsin served in three wars and earned six battle stars in action, while carrying The Battleship Wisconsin: nearly 3,000 men during WWII. Weighing in at Weighing in at 45,000 tons and 45,000 tons and measuring in at 887 feet long, measuring in at 887 feet long, this “City at Sea” has gained official this “City at Sea” has gained official status on status on the National Register of the National Register of Historic Places. Historic places. Nauticus is also home to the Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center, where Carnival Cruise Lines offers sailings from Norfolk. Nauticus is also home to Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises. If you’re looking for a hands- on way to enjoy the waterfront, check out Sail Nauticus, a non-profit community sailing center. With its brightly colored sails emerging as a welcome addition to the Elizabeth River

10 Norfolk Visitors Guide | 2016 Half Moone Cruise & Celebration Center in downtown Norfolk 6Hunter House Victorian Museum Turn of the Century Grandeur Nauticus Hampton Roads Naval Museum Sail Nauticus Battleship Wisconsin

waterfront, the sailing center provides programs catering to children and adults of every skill 757-623-9814 level from beginnes to advanced sailors. 6www.hunterhousemuseum.org Children can enjoy a number of programs including the Sail Nauticus hands-on summer Open April – December camps for ages 10-18. Adults can get in on the 240 West Freemason St. fun with sailing certification classes or by simply In Downtown Norfolk relaxing on a privately skippered “Sail About” on the river. The sailing center also hosts larger groups, including corporate events and team- building outings. Don’t leave until you visit the Banana Pier Gift Shop, where great souvenirs Casual Dining in a Historic Atmosphere Located in a 143-year-old are available for purchase to help you remember renovated church in the your day at Nauticus. historic Freemason Harbor Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin area of Norfolk. are located at One Waterside Drive on the downtown Norfolk waterfront. Both are open Enjoy a traditional American daily Memorial Day through Labor Day 10 a.m.–5 menu which features steaks, p.m. Labor Day through Memorial Day, hours seafood, and pasta dishes. are Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday noon–5 p.m. and closed Monday. Admission to A full bar to complement Nauticus includes the Battleship Wisconsin. your dining pleasure. Children ages 3 and under are free. Discounts are available for active duty military, seniors and Open for lunch, dinner & AAA members. Guided tours of the Wisconsin’s Sunday brunch. interior spaces are available for an additional fee. There is no charge to visit the Hampton Roads Naval Museum. For more information, call (757) 664-1000 or visit www.nauticus.org.

209 West Freemason Street • Norfolk, VA 23510 Call for reservations 757-622-3966 www.freemasonabbey.com

visitnorfolktoday.com 11 Neighborhoods GHENT Of Norfolk

Kitsch

Norfolk’s historic Ghent neighborhood is a vibrant community filled to the brim with character, culture and delicious cuisine. The neighborhood’s st nd Chrysler Museum main thoroughfare, Colley Avenue, and adjacent 21 and 22 streets are Glass Blowing Studio lined with eclectic eateries, unique shops, art galleries and antique stores.

dining Pendulum Fine Meats’ deli and market and be sure to stop by Savor the Olive for one of For a soul-satisfying blast from the past, head to the widest selections in fine oils and vinegars Doumar’s Cones and BBQ, a classic drive-in, Paint your own! in the region. whose owner created the world’s first waffle cone! Take home today Drive up, order and dine in the comfort of your own car or grab a seat inside and take a step back entertainment in time. While in the neighborhood, sip and savor at If you are visiting Norfolk during their seasons, the Mermaid Winery, Virginia’s first urban winery, grab tickets to the Virginia Symphony and and enjoy a tasty bite paired with a delicious wine the Virginia Opera for truly world-class live flight in their intimate tasting room. Dine al fresco performances. Lovers of the arts are encouraged on upscale comfort food at Supper Southern to explore over 5,000 years of art in one of the Morsels’ rooftop terrace or check out what’s country’s most impressive museums, the Chrysler on tap at O’Connor Brewing Company, a local Museum of Art. Here you’ll find everything Norfolk craft brewery, or the Public House on from painting and sculpture to decorative arts, Colley. If you’re looking for vegetarian and vegan- photography and a nationally acclaimed glass friendly dishes, restaurants throughout Ghent offer collection. Speaking of glass, head to the Chrysler an array of options to quell your cravings. Museum Glass Studio on the museum’s campus Imagine ~ Create ~ Believe for a free glassmaking demonstration at noon. The Unique Mermaid, studio is one of the country’s most cutting-edge Dolphin, & Nautical Gifts shopping and offers classes at all levels of expertise, from Parties • Groups • Girls’ Night Out Ghent is a hotbed of boutique and locally-owned beginner to advanced. For an engaging activity the shops, antique stores and specialty retailers. If HOURS: Tues.-Fri. noon–9 p.m.; whole family can enjoy, be sure to check out the you’re looking for a truly one-of-a-kind souvenir to Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sun. noon–6 p.m. Color Me Mine ceramics studio. Or for a Norfolk remember your stay in Norfolk, look to boutiques memento, head to the Mermaid Factory where Norfolk Location: like Le Marche, Kitsch and A. Dodsons along you can unleash your creativity through paint and 919a W. 21st St. | (757) 233-0733 Colley Avenue. The neighborhood is a collector’s create your very own mermaid to bring home. Virginia Beach Location: and antique enthusiast’s paradise with vintage and 510 Laskin Road | (757) 963-7700 antique shops around almost every corner! You Norfolk’s Colley Avenue was never know what you’ll find so be sure to factor in voted the People’ Choice www.mermaidfactory.com extra time to really dig around. In need of a tasty beverage? Stop by bottleBOX for craft beer to go! designation for Great Places Or if you’re shopping for a tasty treat, don’t miss in America in 2015.

12 Norfolk Visitors Guide | 2016 The Chrysler Museum of Art & Glass Studio ounded in 1933 and named for automobile heir and art collector Walter P. Chrysler, Jr., F The Chrysler Museum of Art is a jewel in the city of Norfolk and the region. Originally known as the Norfolk Museum of Arts and Sciences, The Chrysler has grown to become a nationally renowned art museum combining a state-of-the-art Glass Studio and two significant historic houses, the Moses Myers House and the Willoughby-Baylor House. Its extensive collection and special exhibitions include more than 30,000 original works of art that span more than 5,000 years in its newly campus offers a modern, 7,200 square-foot Glass Studio facility adjacent to the Museum. The Glass Studio expanded and transformed galleries. Here, you can is equipped to accommodate aspiring and master artists alike. The educational facility supports artists enjoy celebrated works running the gamut from working in a variety of glassmaking processes including glassblowing, casting, fusing, flameworking and American and European paintings and sculpture, coldworking. The Chrysler Museum is one of only two comprehensive art museums with a Glass Studio, contemporary art, decorative arts and photography. spotlighting the Chrysler’s reputation as a top-tier glass collection in the United States. The Chrysler also possesses one of the great The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio provides free public demonstrations at noon every Tuesday through glass collections in America, featuring the Sunday. The Visiting Artist Series and monthly Third Thursday performance evenings bring some of the acclaimed Tiffany collection. The Museum’s Tiffany best and most innovative contemporary glass artists to work and experiment in the Glass Studio. holdings also includes an incredible selection of So, while you are in the Ghent neighborhood, be sure to check out this new and improved Museum windows, lamps and decorative arts. The Chrysler’s offering more then 10,000 square feet of new gallery space, a new café with al fresco dining, an eclectic gift glass collection also includes fine examples of shop and amenities galore! Admission to the Chrysler Museum, the Glass Studio and the Historic Houses is historical glass, a significant selection of English FREE. Special exhibitions may have entry fees, though Museum Members and children ages 5 and younger and French glass, and contemporary masterworks. are always admitted free. Speaking of glass, The Chrysler Museum For more information, call (757) 664-6200 or visit www.chrysler.org.

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The Virginia Zoo iscover more than 500 animals, eight lush gardens, four continents CHELSEA, North COLLEY & BEYOND D and explore a world of fun, right Surrounding the historic Ghent neighborhood are the districts of Chelsea, here in Norfolk, at the Virginia Zoo. Visit with North Colley and beyond—a diverse and delightful intersection of orangutans, giraffes, tapirs, tigers, exotic birds commercial, industrial and undeniably local. and much more! Watch the red panda climb through the trees just above your head, then board the Norfolk Southern Express train for an expedition to Asia – Trail of the Tiger, Africa’s history Torch Bistro, Orapax and The Bakehouse at Okavango Delta and the land down under, the o history buff’s trip to Norfolk is Chelsea. Continue your tour of tastes at the Australia . complete without a visit to historic Fort Birch Bar, Norfolk’s high-profile craft beer The Virginia Zoo, open year round, Norfolk, located along the Elizabeth and artisanal cheese bar. Named one of the top provides education and entertainment for all N River as you head from downtown to the Chelsea five bars in America, Birch Bar is housed in a ages. Situated by the Lafayette River on 53 District. It is the last remaining of 19 harbor-front redeveloped industrial building and serves over landscaped acres, the Virginia Zoo has been 20 rotating drafts on tap and dozens more on their a cornerstone in the community for more than forts authorized in 1794 by President George weekly bottle list. 110 years. Focused on conservation, the Washington and helped protect the city during zoo provides meaningful opportunities to the War of 1812. The four-acre site includes connect with nature and learn more about earthwork embankments, ramparts, a dungeon, entertainment the world around you. officers’ quarters, powder magazine, barracks While in the area, take time to explore Norfolk’s If you’re looking for a unique adventure, and a guardhouse. To get a glimpse into the U.S. “Home of the Arts” Hermitage Museum and book a behind-the-scenes tour, where you can armed forces more recent history, take a tour of Gardens. Formerly home to the Sloane family, get up close and personal with the animals. Naval Station Norfolk, the world’s largest naval the museum boasts a nationally recognized art Plenty of behind-the-scenes tours are available base. The 45-minute tour takes you dockside to collection spanning 5,000 years! The Hermitage to choose from, featuring many of our most the home of the Atlantic fleet for an up-close look also includes contemporary exhibition galleries, popular animals. Prices vary; reservations and prepayment are required. The Virginia Zoo at aircraft carriers, destroyers and other U.S. Navy working artist studios and 12 acres of gardens and hosts a number of special events throughout vessels protecting our nation everyday. grounds along the peaceful waters of the Lafayette the year including an Earth Day celebration, River. Catch a game or headlining Zoo Grooves concert series, and Zoo Boo dining musical performance at the Ted Constant at Halloween. You can even book a family You’ve come to the right place for some of the Convocation Center. If you’re looking for a reunion, hold a company picnic or throw a city’s trendiest restaurants and watering holes. cozier, café-style performance space, check out special birthday party. Join the roughly 500,000 Chelsea’s craft brewery, Smartmouth Brewing the Venue on 35th for weekly open mic events people each year who visit the Virginia Zoo and local performances. Or tee off at Lambert’s and experience the wild world of African lions, Company, is a must for craft beer enthusiasts. Point Golf Club, a beautiful links-style, nine-hole Malayan tigers and moon bears. This 20-barrel brew house typically churns out golf course on the banks of the Elizabeth River. The Virginia Zoo is a world of wild discovery, 100 barrels of hoppy goodness a month and offers providing fun and education for all ages. a guided tour of the facility and cozy tasting room. Located at 3500 Granby Street in Norfolk From the bite of their India pale ale to one of and open daily from 10 am to 5 pm. Closed the few Saisons brewed in Virginia, you can get on major winter holidays. The Virginia Zoo a true taste of our local flavor. If you’re seeking is a member of the Association of Zoos and something incredibly fresh, search no farther Aquariums (AZA) and the World Association of than LeGrand Kitchen for the freshest regional Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA). produce and meats. Enjoy dining in the North For more information, call 757-441-2374 or visit www.virginiazoo.org. Colley district at Cogans Pizza North, Chow, Dirty Buffalo or Fellini’s. Refuel at distinct and delicious neighborhood eateries like Tortilla West,

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OCEAN VIEW EAST BEACH & Ocean View Fishing Pier

Norfolk’s relaxing beach communities of Ocean View and East Beach will leave you feeling as though you’re in a whole other world—one filled with fresh seafood, sand and seaside fun. history seafood dishes for breakfast or lunch. Dine at The area’s unique history dates back hundreds Razzo, a simple, warm locale that offers Italian of years and is full of interesting discoveries. dishes such as lasagna and veal marsala. Ocean View’s , an independent peninsula originally inhabited by The Willoughby entertainment Family, has been a favorite Norfolk marvel There’s no better way to enjoy the neighborhood since it first appeared as a result of a mid-1600’s than a day at the beach! This area is home to hurricane. Where there once had been only water several city beaches on the Chesapeake Bay. now lies a serene strip of land created by Mother The City of Norfolk maintains three beach parks Nature. Past times at the beaches, neighborhoods including the Community Beach Park, Sarah and commercial districts of Ocean View are Constant Beach Park and Ocean View Beach Guest Rooms and Efficiencies lovingly preserved and shared in collections of Park. Grab the family or your friends and head P Complimentary Continental Breakfast memorabilia, images and oral histories at the out for a relaxing afternoon of sunbathing and P HBO, Mini-Fridge, Cable TV, Wake-Up Service Ocean View Station Museum. swimming! Enjoy fishing on the Ocean View P Efficiencies are equipped with kitchenettes Fishing Pier and if you’re hungry, grab a bite to P Non-Smoking and Smoking available Dining eat at the pier’s onsite restaurant, known for its P Free Parking P Hair Salon P Seasonal Pool After a day at the beach, take advantage of super fresh seafood. Or if you’d prefer to stay P Internet P Jacuzzi Rooms Available Ocean View’s dining hot spots. Stop in to Jesse’s on land, schedule a round of golf at the Ocean Naval Station Norfolk • Airport Taqueria for some fresh, homemade and authentic View Golf Course located one block from the 1850 East Little Creek Road, Norfolk, VA 23518 Mexican food. If you’re craving something from Chesapeake Bay and marina. 757-588-8888 the sea, Shipwreck Sally’s offers delectable www.americasbestvalueinn.com

visitnorfolktoday.com 15 Neighborhoods Of Norfolk MILITARY HIGHWAY & AIRPORT Known for its convenience and abundance, the Norfolk Airport and Military Highway sections of Norfolk are a shopping and dining experience unto themselves! shopping Janaf Shopping Yard provides easy access parking with over 100 national and local clothing and Norfolk home décor stores, including TJ Maxx, Sports Authority, Anna’s Linens and more. It’s so large in scope and size (nearly 1,000,000 square feet), it is considered more of a shopping district with its wide selection of restaurants, national and specialty stores and banks. The is another Botanical Garden notable stopover for visiting shoppers with its array of shoe shops, jewelry stores and clothing and hile in the neighborhood, head boutique shops to peruse. over to Norfolk Botanical W Garden, located next to DINING Norfolk International Airport. The This area is not just a shopper’s hot spot. A short drive away from one of the eight engineering Garden offers 155 acres to explore and a wonders of the world - the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel - are a multitude of great dining options variety of ways to enjoy this beautiful such as Cilantro Bangladeshi Bistro, Nawab Indian Cuisine, Paradise Pizzeria and horticultural center. Take a stroll through Sawasdee Thai Cuisine. the 12 miles of pathways, ride the tram or relax on a boat tour of Lake Whitehurst when the weather is warm. Dating back to 1938, Norfolk Botanical Garden has a deep-seeded history and has only continued to flourish throughout the years. Today, 52 themed and signature gardens offer breathtaking views in every season. Visitor favorites include the , Bristow Butterfly Garden, Hofheimer Camellia Garden, Kaufman Hydrangea Garden and Norfolk Airport Garden. Other signature gardens include the Sarah Lee Baker Perennial Garden and the Enchanted Forest. Lake Wright (757) 461-6251 Kids 6280 Northampton Blvd. • Norfolk, VA 23502 in tow? Be sure to visit the www.lakewright.com Garden’s World • FREE Hot Breakfast • Free Airport Shuttle of Wonders: A Children’s • Indoor Pool • Ample Free Parking Adventure Garden. • Business/Fitness Centers • Free Wired & Wireless This three-acre interactive garden takes • On-site Convenience Store Internet Access children around the world through living • Lobby Restaurant/Lounge • Pet Friendly biomes and down secret paths all while • Meetings & Banquets up to 200 splashing through 200 fountains! Worked up an appetite? Stroll over to the Café, open seasonally, for a quick lunch, coffee or dessert. For more information, call 757-441-5830 10 minutes to the beaches and 10 minutes to or visit www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org. Military Bases. Lake Wright has two hotels to choose from... each a perfect choice!

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Norfolk Nautical by Chris Soria and Misha Tyutyunik

orfolk’s thriving Center’s parking garage. Laura Grant’s Flyway It is with arts community in the York Street Garage depicts of flocks of N welcomes you into rainbow painted Canada Geese. Dance under good reason its studios, galleries and the night sky with the interactive MetalMatisse Norfolk is up and down the streets of by artist Electroland, a 30-foot-tall bouquet of called the downtown, the NEON Arts stainless steel flowers that sings and flashes Cultural District and beyond. color to movement of passersby at the MacArthur Throughout the city, almost Square light rail station. Travel into Norfolk’s Capital of everywhere you turn neighborhoods to experience art like Matthew Virginia. you’re bound to stumble Gray Palmer’s All Things Within All Things, upon artwork – from a life-size aluminum African elephant made of classically beautiful statues thousands of filigree butterflies at the Virginia Zoo. to thought-provoking, abstract mixed-media Be sure to venture down Granby Street into installations. Downtown Norfolk and surrounding Norfolk’s recently dedicated NEON Arts neighborhoods give proof to Norfolk’s flourishing District. You won’t have to look very hard to arts scene. It is with good reason Norfolk is called find a neighborhood transformed by over 15 the Cultural Capital of Virginia. new street murals and many unexpected art While touring Norfolk, keep an eye out for experiences. Find a friend and peer through purposefully placed public art pieces ranging in both sides of Cementiscope, a larger than life- media, location, theme, scale and style. The robust sized kaleidoscope in a fabricated cement mixer, Norfolk Public Art Program strategically places by Glassitorium. artwork in areas with the most visible impact, For maps of the artwork, background such as downtown parking garages. Artist John information and additional resources, Rudel’s artwork Eyes peer out from the MacArthur visit www.norfolkpublicart.org. The NEON District: Norfolk’s Art District he NEON District is Norfolk’s arts district. If you love T public art, it’s the neighborhood for you. Featuring murals, sculpture, neon installations, and funky winks throughout, the NEON is the center of Hampton Roads’ public art scene. It is also the home to cultural institutions that support both emerging arts and classical high arts, including the Chrysler Museum and Glass Studio, Harrison Opera House, Chrysler Hall, Glass Wheel Studio, Work | Release, The Push Comedy Theater, Hurrah Players Theater, and more. In 2016, look for The Norfolk Comedy Festival, ground-breaking contemporary art openings, and the NEON Festival. The NEON District: it’s where the new energy of Norfolk shines bright. www.neonnfk.com

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The Cafe is open daily until 4. Supper Southern Morsels Ask about Catering and Gift Baskets & Elixirs in Ghent Hours: Closed Monday & Tuesday EATERIES American entrees with flair. Wednesday-Saturday 10-6 st Want to know where to go to satisfy your Dine al fresco on Colley Avenue and 21 Street Sunday 12-5 taste buds? Downtown’s Granby Street, in Historic Ghent where the sidewalks are lined affectionately named “restaurant row”, is a sure with restaurants, hip bars and cafes, offering bet for satisfying your hunger with its diverse unique dishes with many vegan and vegetarian- range of eateries all within its twelve walkable friendly options. Try handcrafted sweet potato blocks. Be sure to check out Chartreuse biscuit sandwiches piled high with hearty fixin’s Bistro, a European bistro with organic farm to at Handsome Biscuit, delicious southern cuisine at Supper Southern Morsels or enjoy dribbble.com/malyousfi table entrée options or Field Guide, offering a friendly atmosphere and a delicious spin on Asian-inspired tapas at Bardo Edibles & Elixirs. 820 Shirley Ave, dribbble.com/malyousfi American dishes. If you’re looking for a culinary If you’re looking for a fun spin on the modern Norfolk, VA 23517 • 757-962-6990 adventure, dine at Saint Germain on Granby sandwich, check out Toast on Colonial Avenue. pendulummeats.com Street and enjoy modern interpretations of Your taste buds will thank you after you sample one of their delicious, toasted creations. dribbble.com/malyousfi Looking for something with local flair? Check out The Bakehouse at Chelsea for European hearth breads and flat bread pizza made with organic flour and locally-sourced produce. Walk right across the street for a midnight snack and some outdoor fun at Torch Bistro complete with cornhole boards and weekly live music entertainment. Don’t miss the fresh-off-the-boat seafood and southern fare around Norfolk’s Ocean View neighborhood. If you’ve got your whole clan, you’re in luck as there’s plenty of family-friendly dining options dotting the Military Highway area. You’re sure to find tasty dishes at wallet-friendly price points. ELIXIRS Thirsting for a taste of our local flavor? Norfolk is home to Virginia’s first urban winery and two thriving craft breweries ready to whet your palate. Mermaid Winery and Smartmouth Brewing Company and O’Connor Brewing Company have tasting rooms and tours available. If you’re looking for chic atmosphere coupled with a diverse drink menu, look no further than Luna Maya or Press 626 Wine Bar in Ghent. Still looking to quench your thirst? Head over to the Birch Bar in the Chelsea District for artisanal and small batch brews paired with gourmet international cheese samplers.

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WELCOME TO COASTAL VIRGINIA one of America’s most scenic and historic travel destinations.

COASTAL VIRGINIA ATTRACTIONS A1 SPECIAL SECTION SAILING HARBOR CRUISES Coastal

2 Hour Narrated Harbor Tours Virginia & Sunset Cruises Depart from Norfolk's Since 1986 Waterside. (757) 627-7245 Group Rates and www.americanrover.com Private Parties Available. Attractions DOWNTOWN NORFOLK WATERFRONT The Coastal Virginia Tourism Alliance welcomes you to one of America’s most scenic and historic travel destinations. The Coastal Virginia region is comprised of the cities of Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, NAVAL“Your Front BASE Row SeatTo TheCRUISES Naval Fleet” Smithfield/Isle of Wight, Suffolk, Yorktown, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, and Virginia’s Eastern Shore. All are accessible by major interstate highway systems, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and two major airports in Norfolk and #1 on Newport News both served by low fare airlines. Coastal Virginia makes a perfect TripAdvisor vacation destination for those seeking clean beaches, outdoor recreation, fascinating history, fine arts culture, thrilling events and festivals, exciting theme parks, abundant shopping, world-class fishing and coastal cuisine. We offer an experience for every kind of traveler. Beach lovers revel on the Virginia Beach oceanfront. History buffs are inspired by the past in Williamsburg, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News and Smithfield/Isle of Wight. Chesapeake and Suffolk are both entry points to the vast nature of the Great 2 Hour Narrated Cruises Depart Depart from Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Virginia’s Eastern Shore offers pristine www.navalbasecruises.com(757) 627-7406 Nauticus, home of the Battleship Wisconsin. coastal plains perfect for bird watching as well as NASA rocket launches. In addition, museums and the arts abound throughout the region and it is home to the world renowned Virginia Arts Festival. You’ll also have a chance to “salute” our military. We are the home to the world’s largest naval base! This just touches on what you can see and do in Coastal Virginia. We hope you Explore-Live-Enlighten at Edgar Cayce's A.R.E. get a chance to experience it all. We are glad you are here to “Sea Our History”! Association for Research and Enlightenment

Tools for Wellness, Spiritual Growth, and Personal Empowerment for more than 100 years! Metaphysical Library • Bookstore and Gift Shop • Holistic Health Center & Spa Cayce/Miller Café • Free Daily Lecture, Tour, and Film • ESP Testing • Meditation Garden Stone Labyrinth • Conferences • Weekend Workshops • Psychic Fairs 215 67th St. and Atlantic Avenue Virginia Beach, VA 23451 757-428-3588 • 800-333-4499 • Spa: 757-457-7202 EdgarCayce.org • AREHealth.org 10% OFF $10 OFF 1-hour massage your total purchase at the at the A.R.E. Spa. Valid through 5/31/17 A.R.E. Bookstore. Valid through 5/31/17 May not be combined with any other discount. Ask for your FREE BOOK at the Visitor Center desk! A2 COASTAL VIRGINIA ATTRACTIONS SPECIAL SECTION Our area’s major attractions listings are presented on the following pages. AMERICAN ROVER Norfolk Harbor Sailing Cruises Set Sail aboard this 125 passenger Sailing Schooner. Offering daytime and sunset harbor cruises on the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River and the Port of Virginia. Help hoist the sails, take a turn at the helm, or just relax and enjoy the Captain’s tour. Seating is available on the shaded upper deck. Our air-conditioned below deck area has ship store, bar and rest rooms. Private charters and special event cruises available. Departing Waterside Marina in Downtown Norfolk. Call 757-627-7245 or visit www.AmericanRover.com. Sailing April through October. EDGAR CAYCE’S A.R.E. Edgar Cayce’s A.R.E.– Association for Research and Enlightenment, Inc. Come explore the fascinating work of famed psychic Edgar Cayce, the “sleeping prophet” and “father of holistic medicine.” Free daily film, tour, and lecture on dreams, intuition, holistic health and more. Our campus includes a metaphysical library, Bookstore & Gift Shop, meditation garden, stone labyrinth, Health Center & Spa, and an onsite café. The renovated Health Center & Spa has treatment rooms overlooking the ocean offering holistic services including the Cayce/Reilly® massage, chiropractic services, and hydrotherapy sessions. We also offer ESP testing, astrology charts, psychic fairs, and conferences with world-renowned presenters. Learn more at EdgarCayce.org. HAMPTON This is Hampton Hampton, the 400-year old city located in the heart of Coastal Virginia, is multi-faceted; rich in Civil War history, African American heritage, water recreation, and abundant shopping and dining opportunities. The Hampton History Museum is a great place to begin your explorations. The museum introduces Hampton’s 400-year history in its galleries, interpreting the city’s role in pivotal American decisions and milestones. The Hampton Visitor Center shares this location so you can gather great information on the sites you wish to explore and purchase money-saving admission tickets. The Sea to Stars Ticket, for example, combines admission to the Virginia Air & Space Center, an IMAX film, a ride on the Hampton Carousel, a cruise aboard the Miss Hampton II and admission to the Hampton History Museum for one low price. Buy adult tickets for $39 and youth tickets for $25. The Virginia Air & Space Center features more than 100 flight simulators and hands-on exhibits of air and space innovations. The Riverside 3D IMAX Theater presents digital feature films and documentaries on a five-story screen. Next door, the Hampton Carousel spins visitors on hand-carved horses and chariots built in 1920 by European artisans. Fort Monroe visitors are encouraged to cross the moat encircling the stone fort to explore the Casemate Museum and many historic landmarks and to climb the fort walls to enjoy the spectacular view of the harbor. See the cell where Jefferson Davis was held at the conclusion of the Civil War. A tour aboard the Miss Hampton II reveals Fort Monroe’s companion fortification, , located across the channel at Hampton Roads’ entrance. The Miss Hampton II harbor Continued on page A4 COASTAL VIRGINIA ATTRACTIONS A3 SPECIAL SECTION tour boat and the Ocean Eagle fishing boat are located nearby along the Hampton waterfront. Authentic Indian Fare With Unique Flair Hampton University Museum, founded in 1868, has a collection of more than 9,000 works of contemporary art and artifacts spanning African, African-American, Pan-American and Native-American cultures. You can explore the campus with one of several Smartphone tours available at VisitHampton.com or learn about the campus’ and city’s remarkable past through interpretive historic markers located on the campus and throughout Hampton. You are also sure to adore the unique dining and shopping in Downtown Hampton, Phoebus • Full Bar • Catering Services and in Coliseum Central. There’s no shortage of fun and adventure. After all, This is Hampton! For visitor information call • Chicken, Lamb, Seafood & Vegetarian 800-800-2202, 757-727-1102 or come to VisitHampton.com. • Lunch (Buffet) & Dinner Daily JAMESTOWN SETTLEMENT, YORKTOWN VICTORY CENTER Living-History Museums Chronicle Nation’s Beginnings A hands-on history experience awaits visitors at two Williamsburg area nawabonline.com museums that explore the nation’s beginnings. At Jamestown Settlement, gallery exhibits chronicle 1600s Virginia in the context of its Powhatan Indian, English NORFOLK VIRGINIA BEACH and African cultures, complementing historical interpretation at outdoor 888 N. Military Hwy 756 First Colonial Rd. re-creations of a Powhatan Indian village, the three ships that brought America’s (757) 455-8080 (757) 491-8600 first permanent English colonists in 1607, and colonial fort. The story of the American Revolution, from the beginnings of colonial unrest to the formation of WILLIAMSBURG NEWPORT NEWS the new nation, unfolds at the Yorktown Victory Center through indoor exhibits and 204 Monticello Ave. 11712 Jefferson Ave. outdoor re-creations of a Continental Army encampment and Revolution-period (757) 565-3200 (757) 591-9200 farm. The museums are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except Christmas and New Year’s days. For more information call 888-593-4682 or visit www.historyisfun.org. Continued on page A6

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COASTAL VIRGINIA ATTRACTIONS A5 SPECIAL SECTION MILITARY AVIATION MUSEUM A true treasure of Virginia Beach, the Military Aviation Museum is home to one of the largest private collections of military aircraft. These vintage WWI and WWII aircraft, such as our Curtiss JN-4 Jenny, Messerschmitt Bf-109, P-51 Mustang, de Havilland Mosquito and Spitfire, have been restored to their original flying condition. See these living pieces of history fly at our annual WWII air show in May, Flying Proms in June and WWI show in October. Visit us at 1341 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach or call 757-721-7767. www.MilitaryAviationMuseum.org NAUTICUS This maritime-themed science museum, on the downtown Norfolk waterfront, offers a fun and exciting educational experience for visitors of all ages. In addition to its largest artifact—The Battleship Wisconsin—unique features of this 120,000-square-foot facility include hands-on exhibits, touch tanks, 3D movies, and more. Plus, walk the decks of history with a self-guided deck tour of the Battleship Wisconsin—one of the largest and last battleships built by the U.S. Navy—and see the wardroom, and officers’ quarters, berthing units, chapel and other areas. Guided tours of additional ship areas are available for an additional fee. While onsite at Nauticus, be sure to check out Our Mighty Seaport, an exhibit exploring maritime commerce as well as Guns, Sweat, and Gears: Anatomy of a Battleship, with its enormous gun devices, tools, and personal mementos from the Battleship Wisconsin. Step inside the Clelia, an underwater exploration submersible, and control an actual 9-foot long robotic arm to collect samples and artifacts from the seabed and examine Science on a Sphere, a six-foot globe displaying weather phenomena around the world. Don’t leave without a visit to Dockside Café or the Banana Pier Gift Shop for great nautical gifts. Call 757-664-1000 or visit Nauticus.org for hours and admission fees. NEWPORT NEWS The Mariners’ Museum The Mariners’ Museum, America’s National Maritime Museum, is filled with fascinating stories, captured in the priceless artifacts that celebrate the spirit of the open sea. Explore small craft from around the world. Discover the USS Monitor Center, home to the Civil War ironclad’s iconic gun turret, where the

incredible story of her creation, battle, sinking and recovery are told in vivid detail. View maritime art, handcrafted ship models and rare figureheads. Experience a 3D film in the Explorers Theater. Located in a 550-acre park, visitors can hike the 5-mile Noland Trail, picnic Continued on page A8 A6 COASTAL VIRGINIA ATTRACTIONS

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at Lions Bridge overlooking the tranquil or rent a paddle boat and explore Lake Maury. For information on exhibitions, events, educational programs and hours of operation, visit MarinersMuseum.org or call 800-581-7245.

Virginia Living Museum Virginia Living Museum – celebrating 50 years of connecting people to nature! View endangered red wolves. Get close to a loggerhead turtle and jellyfish. Touch live spider crabs and fossilized dinosaur tracks. Living exhibits depict Virginia’s natural heritage from the mountains to the sea. See animals living in a cypress swamp, mountain cove and beneath the

Chesapeake Bay. Touch famous Bay creatures. Enjoy hands-on activities. Travel the galaxies in the planetarium theater. Outdoors, stroll the boardwalk to view animals in naturalized habitats. Explore an extensive collection of native plants and green living exhibits. Young kids enjoy role play as an animal keeper/vet and the Nature Playground. Explore super- sized animatronic bugs through April 17, roaring animatronic dinosaurs May 7 – Sept. 5, plus enjoy special anniversary events. NORFOLK VISITNORFOLK With 144 miles of shoreline, there’s so much to do while visiting Norfolk, Virginia. Take a tour of the Elizabeth River harbor on a majestic tall ship, sip on some of the best wines around at Mermaid Winery, Virginia’s very first urban winery, try delicious beers at local breweries or watch world-renowned artists blow glass at the Chrysler Museum Glass Studio. Hungry? Norfolk has become well-known for its wide variety of cuisine and is home to more than 80 chef-owned restaurants in the downtown area, many featuring Virginia wine and Virginia-grown produce and meat. Downtown isn’t the only place to find eclectic entrees. A host of restaurants dot the streets of Ghent, the historic Freemason district, Ocean View and other areas of the city. If history is your thing, sign up for a boat or land tour of the world’s largest Naval Base, stop by the MacArthur Memorial, or walk the Cannonball Trail. You can jam out to some of the nation’s best music at the NorVa, named “Venue that Rocks” the hardest by Rolling Stone Continued on page A10 A8 COASTAL VIRGINIA ATTRACTIONS SPECIAL SECTION

COASTAL VIRGINIA ATTRACTIONS A9 SPECIAL SECTION Set Sail for a bygone era aboard The Yorktown Schooners Serenity & Alliance

magazine. There are antique shops, coffee houses & galleries galore in the hip, historic Ghent district just a few minutes from downtown. There is truly something for everyone here! For additional information, call 800-368-3097, or visit www.visitnorfolktoday.com. NORFOLK SOUTHERN Pirate Adventure 2 Hour Sightseeing Clothing, tools, locomotive and train parts, maps, Cruises Cruises and advertisements are among the more than Late March thru Early November 500 artifacts dating to the 1830s showcased in Late March to September the Norfolk Southern Museum. Exhibits include $37 Adults, $22 kids Morning, Afternoon and Sunset Sails a locomotive simulator, a 900-pound railroad coupler, photographs of workers past and present, and diagrams used to teach hand Departing from Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown. signals and lantern use to railroad trainees. Call 844.724.5956 or visit www.sailyorktown.com The history of Norfolk Southern belongs not only to the company, but to the communities it serves and to generations of workers. Norfolk Southern’s history has shaped its path as one of the nation’s premier transportation companies, with 20,000 route miles in 22 states. SPIRIT OF NORFOLK Cruising Year-Round From Downtown Get ready for the time of your life. Step aboard the Spirit of Norfolk and come alive for an afternoon or evening of all-out fun. You’ll dine and dance to live DJ entertainment while being dazzled by skyline sights and a close-up look at the Navy’s Atlantic Fleet. Choose from fun-filled lunches, dinners and midnight cruises. Details and tickets, www.spiritofnorfolk.com or 866-211-3803. Advance reservations strongly recommended. SCHOONERS ALLIANCE AND SERENITY Join the Yorktown Schooners Alliance and Serenity and step back into history as you sail the York River past the battlefield where our country won its independence. Lend a hand at setting sail, look for dolphins and osprey, or relax with a beverage from our ship’s galley. For families, try the Pirate Adventure Cruise. Kids will join the pirate crew and help raise the sails, steer the schooner, tie a knot and fire the cannon. Both ships also available for private charters and special events. Sailing daily late March to early November. Advance reservations recommended. For schedule and tickets,

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COASTAL VIRGINIA ATTRACTIONS A11 SPECIAL SECTION SUFFOLK Small town charm and big city amenities converge in Suffolk, Virginia. Our historic downtown blends unique boutiques and shoppes with award-winning restaurants. Anchored by the Suffolk Visitor Center, Main Street is lined with historic homes and churches. Suffolk boasts year-round family-friendly events. Discover the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge—112,000 acres of untouched wilderness. You’ll love our swamp safaris, canoe excursions, ghost walks and lantern tours. Kayak or fish in 8,000 acres of lakes and rivers. Golf one of our five championship golf courses. Take the plunge and skydive! Explore Riddick’s Folly House Museum where Union Army officers left behind penciled graffiti that is still legible today. Our 1885 passenger station is now Seaboard Station Railroad Museum. Visit the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, a professional performing arts theater. 757-514-4130. VisitSuffolkVa.com. VICTORY ROVER NAVAL BASE CRUISES ABOARD THE VICTORY ROVER Your front row seat to the Naval Fleet. Two Hour Narrated Cruises depart daily from Nauticus, home of the Battleship Wisconsin in Downtown Norfolk. The Captain provides a fascinating commentary as passengers cruise the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River. See one of the world’s busiest sea ports including the world’s largest naval base, home of the Atlantic Fleet: Destroyers, Cruisers, Submarines, Aircraft Carriers and more. Up to 150 guests enjoy comfortable seating, air conditioned enclosed deck, shaded upper deck, and snack bar. Call 757-627-7406 or www.navalbasecruises.com. Cruising March - December. VIRGINIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME Whether it is with a large school group or a family visit, the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame & Museum is home to many memorable exhibits and full of interactive fun. A basketball court, sports complex, racing simulators and a radio announcing booth await you! The Museum also hosts many special events, birthday parties, galas and weddings. For more information, visit the Museum’s website at www.vshfm.com or follow them on Facebook or Twitter (@VSHFM). THE VIRGINIA ZOO Journey to mysterious places inhabited by exotic animals from around the world–without leaving Hampton Roads! Discover lions, bears, elephants, gibbons, giraffes, colorful birds and more! Watch the red panda climb through the trees just above your head. Pet the animals in the ZooFarm. Enjoy a stroll or ride the Zoo train among the themed gardens and beautiful landscaping. The Virginia Zoo provides education and entertainment for people of all ages, and the Zoo is home to more than 400 animals on 53 beautifully landscaped acres. Exhibits encourage the animals’ natural behavior, provide information about their habitats, what they eat and their worldwide conservation status. Visiting the Virginia Zoo is a fantastic thing to do with family and friends, and it’s a terrific value! Admission is $11 for adults, $9 for children (ages 2-11) and $10 for seniors (62+). Children under two get in FREE! The Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except major winter holidays. For more information, visit www.virginiazoo.org. HISTORIC YORKTOWN Travel back in time, then savor the present at this year-round destination for history, shopping, outdoor recreation, fine dining and special events. Relive the pivotal battle of the Revolutionary War. Visit historic homes, museums, and battlefields by foot or enjoy a guided Segway tour through town. Set sail on Yorktown’s Schooners Alliance and Serenity. Shop in specialty stores, enjoy a wine or beer dinner, play on the riverfront, and dine in one-of-a-kind restaurants. Come for a day, a weekend or longer. 757-890-3300 or www.visityorktown.org. A12 COASTAL VIRGINIA ATTRACTIONS It’s four seasons of fun in Norfolk with exciting celebrations all year long. Here’s a list of major signature events and festivals happening around the city. EVENTS Virginia International 27th Annual Bayou Thank Goodness It’s 28th Annual AT&T JANUARY Tattoo Boogaloo & Cajun Food Ocean View Music Virginia Children’s ECHL Norfolk Admirals Norfolk Scope Arena Festival PRESENTED Concert Series Festival Norfolk Scope Arena; 757-282-2800 BY AT&T Ocean View Beach Park Town Point Park January-April & www.vafest.org Town Point Park Every Friday Night, July-Aug. 757-441-2345 October-December 757-441-2345 757-441-2345 www.festevents.org 757-640-1212 Norfolk Nato Festival www.festevents.org www.festevents.org www.norfolkadmirals.com Town Point Park • 757-282-2801 Stockley Gardens www.norfolknatofestival.org Pridefest 2016 AUGUST Fall Arts Festival Downtown Norfolk Town Point Park 16th Annual Norfolk Stockley Gardens Restaurant Week MAY 757-269-9707 757-625-6161 For a complete list of Downtown Norfolk 10th Annual Spring www.hamptonroadspride.org Latino Music Festival www.hope-house.org events, daily activities and 757-623-1757 Town Point Park Town Point Virginia 757-441-2345 full descriptions please visit www.downtownnorfolk.org Wine Festival JULY NOVEMBER & www.festevents.org www.visitnorfolktoday.com/ MARCH PRESENTED BY AT&T 6th Annual AT&T DECEMBER calendar. Events subject to Town Point Park • 757-441-2345 Summer BrewFest at SEPTEMBER change so please call ahead 49th Annual St. www.festevents.org Town Point Park 32nd Annual Grand Patrick’s Day Parade Town Point Park 5th Annual ETC Indie Illumination Parade and confirm dates and times Ocean View 15th Annual Virginia 757-441-2345 Music & Arts Festival Downtown Norfolk prior to making plans. 757-587-3548 Beer Festival www.festevents.org Presented by AT&T 757-623-1757 www.norfolkparade.com Town Point Park • 757-441-2345 Town Point Park www.downtownnorfolk.org www.festevents.org 34th Annual AT&T MEAC Basketball Fourth Of July Great 757-441-2345 Holidays In The City Tournament Stockley Gardens American Picnic www.festevents.org Kicks off late November Norfolk Scope Arena Spring Arts Festival Town Point Park 8th Annual Opera through January 757-951-2055 Stockley Gardens 757-441-2345 In the Park 757-623-1757 www.meachoops.com 757-625-6161 www.festevents.org Town Point Park www.downtownnorfolk.org www.hope-house.org 34th Annual Norfolk 757-441-2345 Dominion Garden APRIL Norfolk Greek Festival Jazz Festival www.festevents.org of Lights Virginia Arts Festival Annunciation Greek PRESENTED BY AT&T 4th Annual Norfolk Botanical Garden April-June Orthodox Cathedral Town Point Park Ribtoberfest Late November-December 31st 877-741-ARTS 757-440-0500 757-441-2345 Town Point Park 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m. nightly www.vafest.org www.norfolkgreekfestival.com www.festevents.org 757-441-2345 757-441-5830 www.festevents.org www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org JUNE 25th Annual Ocean View Crab & Seafood Feast OCTOBER 40th Annual Norfolk Ocean View Beach Park Harborfest® 757-288-8208 29th Annual AT&T Town Presented by AT&T www.festevents.org Point Virginia Wine Town Point Park Festival 757-441-2345 Downtown Norfolk Town Point Park www.festevents.org Restaurant Week 757-441-2345 Downtown Norfolk www.festevents.org 757-623-1757 www.downtownnorfolk.org

Annual Virginia Beer Festival at Town Point Park

visitnorfolktoday.com 31 Hermitage Museum Norfolk Admirals & Gardens Ice Hockey 7637 North Shore Rd. 201 E. Brambleton Ave. 757-423-2052 757-640-1212 Things to Do thehermitagemuseum.org norfolkadmirals.com Hunter House Norfolk Botanical Victorian Museum Garden 240 W. Freemason St. 6700 Azalea Garden Rd. 757-623-9814 757-441-5830 American Rover City Beaches on the hunterhousemuseum.org norfolkbotanicalgarden.org PERFORMING ARTS Chesapeake Bay Norfolk SAILING Janaf Shopping Yard HARBOR Cruises norfolk.gov/rpos/Beaches. Norfolk Southern asp for more information. At the intersection of Museum Waterside Marina, N. Military Highway and Downtown Norfolk. 3 Commercial Pl. Doumar’s Virginia Beach Blvd. (Ground Floor) 757-627-7245 757-461-4954 americanrover.com 1919 Monticello Ave. 757-629-2717 757-627-4163 janafshopping.com doumars.com Baseball The Armed Forces Lambert’s Point Memorial Club at Harbor Park Fort Norfolk Golf Course 150 Park Ave. Southeastern corner of 4301 Powhatan Ave. Town Point Park. Located at 810 Front St. 757-622-2222 norfolkhistorical.org 757-489-1677 norfolktides.com 1-800-368-3097 norfolkgolf.net Cannonball Trail Elizabeth River Ferry Ocean View Golf Course Downtown to MacArthur Center 9610 Norfolk Ave. Throughout Downtown 300 Monticello Ave. Norfolk. Elizabeth River Ferry 757-480-2094 Olde Towne Portsmouth 757-627-6000 norfolkgolf.net 757-664-6620 The Waterside District shopmacarthur.com visitnorfolktoday.com Ocean View Station 757-222-6100 The MacArthur goHRT.com Museum Chrysler Museum Memorial of Art 111 W. Ocean View Ave. Glass Wheel Studio Bank Street and 757-531-0445 One Memorial Pl. 128 W Olney Rd. City Hall Ave. 757- 664-6200 757-819-4150 757-441-2965 Pagoda Garden Tea chrysler.org macarthurmemorial.org House & Gallery Hampton Roads 265 West Tazewell St. Chrysler Museum Mermaid Factory Glass Studio Naval Museum 757-622-0506 One Waterside Dr. #248 919a W. 21st St. pagodagarden.org Pagoda Garden Tea House 745 Duke Street. 757-233-0733 757-333-6299 757-322-2987 & Gallery hrnm.navy.mil mermaidfactory.com Slover Library chrysler.org/glass-studio 235 E. Plume St. Military Circle Mall 757-664-7323 880 N. Military Hwy. sloverlibrary.com shopmilitarycircle.com Spirit of Norfolk Moses Myers House 866-451-3866 323 E. Freemason St. spiritofnorfolk.com 757-664-6200 chrysler.org Town Point Park 101 W. Waterside Dr. Nauticus & 757-441-2345 Battleship Wisconsin festevents.org One Waterside Dr. 757-664-1000 Virginia Zoo nauticus.org 3500 Granby St. 757- 441-2374 Naval Base Cruises virginiazoo.org Aboard the Victory Rover Departs from Nauticus, Willoughby-Baylor One Waterside Dr. House 757-627-7406 601 E. Freemason St. navalbasecruises.com 757-664-6200 chrysler.org Naval Station Norfolk 9079 Hampton Blvd. Windows on History 757-444-7955 Alongside MacArthur cnic.navy.mil/norfolksta Center on City Hall Ave. 757-664-6200

32 Norfolk Visitors Guide | 2016 PERFORMING ARTS

Renowned for its dedication to the arts, Norfolk takes center stage with critically-acclaimed resident performing arts companies, exceptional live performances and spectacular annual cultural events.

The Historic Wells Theatre Photo credit: Michael Pennello

visitnorfolktoday.com 33 WE’RE BRINGING THE SMITHSONIAN TO YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD.

HERMITAGE MUSEUM & GARDENS 7637 NORTH SHORE RD, NORFOLK, VA 757-423-2052 | theHermitageMuseum.org Performing Arts The Generic Theater 1010 Church St. Beneath Chrysler Hall. Norfolk boasts a vibrant 757-664-6464 215 St. Paul’s Blvd. sevenvenues.com 757-441-2160 performing arts scene and generictheater.org Ballet Virginia a diverse range of venues International Glass Wheel Studio 700 W. 21st St. 128 Olney Rd. offering live performance 757-446-1401 glasswheelstudio.com balletvirginia.org capabilities and state-of- Harrison Opera House The Children’s Theatre 160 W. Virginia Beach Blvd. the-art acoustics. If it’s of Hampton Roads 757-664-6464 childrenstheatre or 866-OPERA-VA world-class entertainment ofhamptonroads.org sevenvenues.com

you’re looking for, you’ll Chrysler Hall L. Douglas Wilder 215 St. Pauls Blvd. Performing Arts find it in Norfolk! Center 757-664-6464 700 Park Ave. sevenvenues.com 757-823-8323 nsu.edu/wilder

• 3 Centuries of Architecture • Café • Digital History Collection • Free Wi-Fi • Teen Lounge • Computer Labs • 160,000 Books From weddings to corporate parties, an array of spaces to accommodate groups up to 300.

34 Norfolk Visitors Guide | 2016 Bed and Breakfast at OUR NEIGHBORS WILL INSPIRE YOU! T e Historic USE INN Located next door to the Chrysler Museum of Art P E HO Circa 1899 ~ ~ AG

The Only AAA 4 Diamond Lodging In The Greater Norfolk, Virginia Beach Area

The Little Theatre Todd Rosenlieb Dance of Norfolk 325 Granby St. 801 Claremont Ave. 757-626-3262 757-627-8551 trdance.org ltnonline.org Virginia Chorale Norfolk Chamber 757-627-8375 Consort vachorale.org A Luxurious Bed And BreAkfAst 757-852-9072 • Southern Hospitality at its finest • 3 Suites, 4 Deluxe Rooms ncconsort.org Virginia Opera 160 W. Virginia Beach Blvd. • Includes full gourmet breakfast, Free Off-Street Parking, Norfolk Scope Arena 866-OPERA-VA • Free Wireless Internet, afternoon refreshments and much, much more 201 E. Brambleton Ave. vaopera.org • Corporate & Military Discounts Available 757-664-6464 sevenvenues.com Virginia Stage Company 110 E. Tazewell St. 323 fairfax Avenue, norfolk, VA 23507 • 757.625.5033 • 800.599.7659 • www.pagehouseinn.com The NorVa at Norfolk’s Wells Theatre 317 Monticello Ave. 757-627-1234 757-627-4547 vastage.org thenorva.com Virginia Symphony Perry Family Theatre Orchestra 485 St. Pauls Blvd. 757-892-6366 757-627-5437 virginiasymphony.org hurrahplayers.com The Venue ON 35th Push Comedy Theater 631 35th St. 763 Granby St. 757-469-0337 757-333-7442 venue-35.com pushcomedytheater.com Virginia Children’s TCC Roper Performing Chorus Arts Center 757-440-9100 340 Granby St. vachildrenschorus.org 757-822-1450 tccropercenter.org Wells Theatre 110 E. Tazewell St. Ted Constant 757-664-6464 Convocation Center sevenvenues.com 4320 Hampton Blvd. Work / Release 877-YNOT-TIX 759 Granby St. 757-683-4444 757-962-2992 ynottix.com workreleasenorfolk.com

visitnorfolktoday.com 35 Y E VIRGINIA A R ARTS S FESTIVAL Virginia

Y E Arts A R S Festival VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL TATTOO 2016

Y Celebrating two decades of bringing unforgettable E A R performances from around the world, the Virginia Arts YO-YO MA EMANUEL AX S Festivals pulls out all the stops for its 20th Anniversary.

t began as a dream: to gather the world’s area, round out a season of great music; see the best artists and share their gifts with the Festival web site at vafest.org for details. people of Norfolk and surrounding areas. Theater lovers have reasons to celebrate in Since 1997, the Virginia Arts Festival has the 2016 Festival as well. Joining a worldwide Ibrought hundreds of artists to Norfolk’s concert celebration of Shakespeare, in the 400th ALVIN AILEY® AMERICAN DANCE THEATER halls and theaters, clubs and churches, and anniversary year of the Bard’s death, the Virginia parks and schools. And this year, to celebrate Arts Festival will join together the Virginia their 20th anniversary, the Festival has created a Stage Company and the Virginia Symphony spectacular anniversary season. and Chorus for a spectacular new staging Beloved for its great musical performances, of The Tempest, with the full orchestra and the Festival has also become a force in the world chorus performing music composed by Jean of dance, an art that is superbly represented Sibelius, conducted by JoAnn Falletta. This this year. The Festival opens with a Dance fully staged production will be performed April Celebration that showcases the brightest and 16-17 at Chrysler Hall. best of the dance world, in performances that Also celebrating its 20th anniversary is the SHAKESPEARE’S THE TEMPEST dazzle the eye and lift the soul. Dancers from Virginia International Tattoo, which has brought FULLY STAGED! American Ballet Theatre, Britain’s Birmingham tens of thousands of people to Norfolk from Royal Ballet, Mark Morris Dance Group, around the world over the years. Named the top Richmond Ballet, and more will perform April 9 U.S. event of North America’s 100 Best Events and 10 in Norfolk’s Chrysler Hall. Flanking that for 2016 by the American Bus Association, the gala performance will be appearances by two of Tattoo is an awe-inspiring spectacle of music and the greatest American dance companies: Alvin might, featuring pipers, drummers, drill teams, Ailey American Dance Theater, hailed as “the and performers from throughout the United most bravura dancers on the planet” (Chicago States and across the globe, April 21-24. Sun-Times), performs February 26-28; and the And in case all that great entertainment, BOYZ II MEN legendary Dance Theatre of Harlem returns with inspiring performances, and sheer beauty makes with Virginia Symphony Orchestra the world premiere of a new work commissioned you thirsty, the Virginia Arts Festival is a proud by the Virginia Arts Festival, May 13-16. copresenter (with FestEvents) of the Virginia YOUR SPRING DESTINATION Among the great music performances in this Beer Festival, May 21-22. Top off your Festival FOR THE ARTS year’s Festival is a concert sure to be starred fun with a frosty mug or foaming stein of brews on every classical music lover’s calendar, when from around the world! ORDER YOUR TICKETS NOW AT 18-time Grammy Award-winning cellist Yo Yo 1-877-741-2787 OR Ma and the great virtuoso pianist Emanuel Ax For more information and tickets to Virginia Arts perform together April 12. The Festival’s chamber Festival performances, visit vafest.org or VAFEST.ORG/TRAVEL music offerings, unmatched in this or any other call 757-282-2822.

36 Norfolk Visitors Guide | 2016 Virginia DINING Arts Festival 2016

Whether you’re looking for a family- friendly meal, a romantic night out, a culinary tour of restaurants or pub grub, Norfolk has something for

Hummingbird Macarons & Desserts everyone—and every appetite. in Freemason District

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Main St. #300 300 Monticello Ave. ramagardennorfolk.com Italian 757-314-1113 757-627-8327 757-625-6606 757-625-7771 Thai $$ VV L D chipotle.com sweetteascuisine.com town-point.com maxandermas.com $$ V L D Azar’s Market & Café Mexican American Southern American $ V L D Saffron Indian Bistro $$ L D $$$ B L D 2000 Colley Ave. $$ V D 757-664-7955 420 Monticello Ave. #170 Cook Out Texas de Brazil Tropical Smoothie Café azarfoods.com Monastery Restaurant 757-321-7005 1818 Monticello Ave. MacArthur Center Mall 265 Granby St. Mediterranean 443 Granby St. saffronnorfolk.com 757-962-3781 300 Monticello Ave. 757-624-9400 757-625-8193 Indian $$ GF VV L D eatcookout.com 757-622-3113 tropicalsmoothie.com 443granby.com $$ V L D Baker’s Crust Burgers & Shakes European texasdebrazil.com Smoothies/Sandwiches 330 W. 21st St. $ L D $$ D Saint Germain Brazilian Steakhouse $ V B L D 757-625-3600 Cogan’s Pizza 255 Granby St. $$$ D Vintage Kitchen bakerscrust.com 1901 Colonial Ave. Natural Foods 757-321-9445 The Barrel Room 999 Waterside Dr. Bakery/Sandwiches/Wood- 757-627-6428 MacArthur Center Mall saintgermainnorfolk.com 437 Granby St. 757-625-3370 Fired Pizza coganspizza.com 300 Monticello Ave. Modern American 757-625-2337 vintage-kitchen.com $$ V B L D Pizza 757-927-7218 $$$ D Sandwiches & Juices Bar & Grill Modern American $$ VV L D $ L D $$ V D $$$ V L D visitnorfolktoday.com 39 O’s Donuts Red Dog Saloon 222 W. 21st St. 1421 Colley Ave. 757-961-1300 757-625-0259 osdonuts.com reddognorfolk.com Donuts/Breakfast/Kosher American/Sports Bar $ B L $$ D Panda Express Ruby Tuesday 1200 W. 49th St. 8305 Hampton Blvd. 757-683-5089 757-440-2980 pandaexpress.com rubytuesday.com Chinese American $ L D $$ VV L D Panera Bread Sakura Sushi Bar 739 W. 21st St. 4300 Monarch Way 757-623-9669 757-489-0158 panerabread.com sakuranorfolk.com Bakery/Café Japanese/Sushi Bar $$ VV B L D $$ L D Pasha Mezze Sam’s Texas Sub Shop 340 W. 22nd St. 4311 Colley Ave. 757-627 1318 757-333-4908 pashamezze.com Subs/Sandwiches Turkish/Coffeehouse $ V L D Colley Cantina Burger & Fries Kelly’s Tavern MJ’s Tavern $$ VV L D Sandwich Box 1316 Colley Ave. 201 W. 21st St. #10 1408 Colley Ave. 4019 Granby St. Peck & Pour 907 Colley Ave. 757-622-0033 757-314-1171 757-623-3216 757-648-8942 1308 Colley Ave. 757-961-1000 colleycantina.com fiveguys.com kellystavern.com mjtavern.com 757-395-4176 Subs/Sandwiches Mexican Burgers & Fries American American pecknpournorfolk.com $ V L $$ V L D $ L D $$ V L D $$ V L D Wings & Beer $$ L D Skinny Dip Frozen d’egg Diner West Handsome Biscuit Kin’s Wok Chinese Moe’s Southwest Grill Yogurt Bar 2511 Colonial Ave. 222 W. 21st St. Pelon’s Baja Grill 1170 Lexan Ave. 520 W. 21st St. 1619 Colley Ave. handsomebiscuit.com 757-383-8771 738 W. 22nd St. #15 757-423-3447 757-624-6637 757-383-6400 Biscuit Sandwiches kinswokghentnorfolk.com 757-961-4673 deggnorfolk.com moes.com ilovetheskinnydip.com Chinese pelonsbajagrill.com American $ V B L Mexican Frozen Yogurt Mexi/Cali $ V B L Hotties Bar & Grill $ V L D $ L D $$ VV L D $ L D Del Vecchio’s 1083 W. 37th St. Kotobuki Japanese Mojo Bones 721 W. 21st St. Plaza Del Sol Small’s Smokehouse 1080 W. 47th St. 757-533-5151 4502 Monarch Way 757-628-1025 2200 Colonial Ave. & Oyster Bar 757-440-9300 Nightclub 21+/Bar & Grill 757-961-5465 kotobukisushibar.com 757-705-4726 2700 Hampton Blvd. del-vecchios.com $ D mojobones.com Japanese mexicoinghent.com 757-626-3440 Pizza/Subs Barbeque IHOP $$ V L D Mexican smallsodu.com $ V L D $$ L D Smokehouse BBQ /Oyster Bar 114 E. 21st St. La Herradura $ L D Dog-N-Burger Grille 757-625-2866 4220 Monarch Way Monarch Sports Grille $$ V L D 2001 Manteo St. ihop.com Pendulum Fine Meats 757-423-1605 at Springhill Suites 820 Shirley Ave. Soya Sushi 757-623-1667 Pancake House laherraduramexicanfood.com 4500 Hampton Blvd. 757-962-6990 201 W. 21st St. dognburger.com $$ V B L D Mexican 757-423-4100 pendulummeats.com 757-963-7550 Hot Dogs/Burgers/ Insomnia Cookies $ V L D marriott.com * See ad on page 18 Japanese/Sushi Bar Barbeque Sports Bar 4314 Monarch Way LeGrand Kitchen Butcher/Farm to Table Market $$ VV L D $ V L D $$ L D 877-632-6654 4515 Colley Ave. $$ VV L D Starbucks on W. 21st Doumar’s insomniacookies.com legrandkitchen.com Mr. Shawarma Perfectly Frank 520 W. 21st St. 1919 Monticello Ave. Cookie Pick Up & Delivery American Southern Mediterranean 4408 Monarch Way 757-622-3018 757-627-4163 until 3:00am $$ D 727 W. 21st St. 757-440-1020 starbucks.com doumars.com $ B L D 757-962-9966 perfectly-frank.com Coffeehouse/Café * See ad on page 41 Luna Maya Mediterranean Hot Dogs/Burgers Island Krave 2010 Colley Ave. $ B L D Ice Cream/Barbeque $$ L D $ B L D $ B L D Caribbean Bistro 757-622-6986 Starbucks on Colley 222 W. 21st St. #J lunamayarestaurant.com Nazef Char-Grill Pho 79 1318 Colley Ave. Dragon City 757-627-1725 South American & Hookah Bar 723 W. 21st St. 757-640-8513 2301 Colley Ave. islandkrave.com $$ L D 2001 Colley Ave. #A 757-333-4266 starbucks.com 757-664-7900 Caribbean Smokehouse 757-348-8482 eatpho79.com Coffeehouse/Café dragoncitynorfolk.com $$ VV L D Manny’s Burger Middle Eastern/Hookah Bar Vietnamese Noodle Soup $ B L D Chinese 2912 Layfayette Blvd. $ VV L D Jimmy John’s 757-855-7246 $$ D Starbucks ODU Village $ V L D 4417 Monarch Way Gourmet Sandwiches Burgers No Frill Bar and Grill Press 626 Café & 757-683-4782 Einstein Bros. Bagels 222 W. 21st St. #A 806 Spotswood Ave. Wine Bar $ L D starbucks.com 4427 Hampton Bvld. 757-227-5952 757-627-4262 626 W. Olney Rd. 757-683-7012 jimmyjohns.com Mazzika Mediterranean 757-282-6234 Coffeehouse/Café 4800 Colley Ave. nofrillgrill.com einsteinbros.com Subs/Sandwiches American press626.com $ B L D Bagels/Café 757-489-0030 Café /Wine Bar $ GF V L D Mediterranean/Hookah Bar $$ L D Subway $ VV B L D Jimmy John’s $$ D Noodles & Company $$ L D 1901 Colley Ave. 757-622-6200 Elliot’s Fairgrounds Gourmet Sandwiches 1520 Colley Ave. Raising Cane’s Mermaid Winery subway.com Coffee 4120 Monarch Way #A 757-622-1200 Chicken Fingers 330 W. 22nd St. #106 Subs/Salads 806 Baldwin Ave. 757-333-4636 noodles.com 4100 Monarch Way #F 757-233-4155 $ V B L D 757-640-2899 jimmyjohns.com mermaidwinery.com Noodle Bar 757-683-4821 fairgroundscoffee.com Subs /Sandwiches * See ad on page 18 $ VV L D raisingcanes.com Subway Coffeehouse/Café Chicken Fingers $ GF V L D Winery O’Connor Brewing 4140 Granby St. $ VV B L D Katana Japanese $$ VV L D Company $ L D 757-627-5505 subway.com Fellini’s Steakhouse & Sushi Mi Hogar 521 W. 25th St. Rajput Indian Cuisine Subs/Salads 3901 Colley Ave. 520 W. 21st St. 4201 Granby St. 757-623-2337 742 W. 21st St. 757-625-3000 757-640-8898 757-640-7705 oconnorbrewing.com 757-625-4634 $ V B L D fellinisva.com katananorfolk.com mihogarrestaurant.com * See ad on page 18 rajputonline.com Italian Japanese Steakhouse/Sushi Mexican Brewery Indian $$ V L D $$ V L D $$ V L D $$ D $$ VV L D

40 Norfolk Visitors Guide | 2016 Supper Southern Umo Firehouse Subs Hibachi Grill & Morsels 4117 Granby St. 5802 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Supreme Buffet Voted Best Sushi 319 W. 21st St. 757-493-3677 757-455-5201 5957 Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-383-6800 umonorfolk.com firehousesubs.com 757-962-1088 Restaurant in Norfolk suppereats.com Mexican Subs hibachiandbuffet.com Southern $$ VV L D $ L D AYCE Japanese/Chinese $$ VV L D Volcano Sushi Flame N’ Fry Buffet Strawberry Fields 339 W. 21st St. 2901 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. $$ L D Smoothies & Gelato 757-683-2688 757-233-2532 1510 Colley Ave. volcanosushinorfolkva.com flamenfry.com 1160 N. Military Hwy. 757-354-4297 * See ad on page 41 Chicken & Seafood 757-466-1598 strawberryfieldsgelato.com Japanese/Sushi Bar $ L D hootershamptonroads.com Gelato/Smoothies/Juice $$ L D Fountainside Café * See ad on page A4 $ VV L D at Holiday Inn Wings/Sports Bar Y Not Italian $$ L D Streats Restaurant 1517 Colley Ave. 1570 N. Military Hwy. and Bar 757-624-9111 757-213-2231 Hot Dog Café 915 W. 21st St. ynotitalian.com holidayinn.com 5802 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-233-9833 Italian/Pizza/Gelato/Bakery American 757-228-3599 streatsnorfolk.com $$ L D $$ B L D Gourmet Hot Dog Café International Street Food Yorgo’s Bageldashery Franco’s Italian $ L D $$ VV D 2123 Colonial Ave. Restaurant IHOP Tap House Grill 757-623-6609 6200 N. Military Hwy. #A 1295 N. Military Hwy. Volcano 757-853-0177 757-455-2880 ASIAN BISTRO 931 W. 21st St. yorgosbageldashery.com Italian ihop.com 757-627-9172 Bagels/Breakfast/Sandwiches Pancake House Tap House/American $ VV B L $$ L D Sushi $$ V B L D $$ VV D Yummy Wok Golden Corral 6103 N. Military Hwy. 811 Brandon Ave. Jimmy John’s Taste Unlimited 757-855-8170 Gourmet Sandwiches 6464 Hampton Blvd. 757-628-6868 Sushi! All You Can Eat! goldencorral.com 1153 N. Military Hwy. 757-623-7770 yummywoknorfolk.com AYCE Buffet 757-962-9301 Fine Asian Cuisine tasteunlimited.com Chinese $$ B L D jimmyjohns.com Serving Lunch & Dinner Gourmet Market & Café $ V L D Subs/Sandwiches Full Bar $ VV L D Zero’s Greater Grinders 1515 Azalea Garden Rd. $ GF V L D 4210 Monarch Way Online Delivery The Dirty Buffalo 757-855-6370 757-489-2095 LeiAuntes Sweet 4110 Colley Ave. greatergrinderssubmarines. zerossubs.com Lounge 757-226-7851 com Volcano Sushi and China Bistro Subs/Pizza/Wings 5802 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. thedirtybuffalo.com Subs 757-683-2688 757-965-2833 Buffalo Wings/Late Night $ L D $ L D leiauntes.com 339 W 21st Street Norfolk, VA 23517 Menu European Desserts/Late $ L D Military HWY volcanosushinorfolkva.com & Airport Night Café The Green Onion $$ D 1603 Colley Ave. Applebee’s Grill & Bar 757-963-1200 5750 Virginia Beach Blvd. American Bistro & Wine Bar 757-461-6766 Where the $$ V L D www.applebees.com Ice Cream Cone American was Invented. The Pita Pit $$ L D A TAsTe of HisTory 1503 Colley Ave. 757-446-8575 Calz Pizza pitapitusa.com 3678 Sewells Pt. Rd. since 1904 Pita Sandwiches 757-857-0909 $ VV B L D calzpizza.com Pizza/Subs/Wings The Public House $ L D 1112 Colley Ave. China Wok 757-227-9064 Doumar's 5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. publichouseeats.com 757-461-1883 Gastropub chinawoknorfolk.com Diner and Curb Service $$ L D Chinese The Ten Top $ L D 748 Shirley Ave. Best BBQ Cici’s Pizza Best Sandwich 757-622-5422 5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Best Ice Cream thetentop.com 757-461-7022 American cicispizza.com $ VV L D AYCE Pizza Buffet Toast $ L D 2406 Colonial Ave. Cilantro Bangladeshi toastplace.com Bistro Foods Served On Toast 1011 Kempsville Rd. $ VV L D 757-962-1004 Tropical Smoothie Café Bangladeshi Ghent $$ VV L D 742 W. 21st St. Cook Out 757-622-2002 1105 N. Military Hwy. tropicalsmoothie.com 757-893-9221 Smoothies/Sandwiches eatcookout.com In Loving memory $ V B L D Burgers & Shakes of Mr. Doumar $ L D 1922-2014 Tropical Smoothie Café As Seen On ODU El Rodeo 4316 Monarch Way 5834 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 1919 Monticello Ave. • norfolk, vA 757-440-7580 757-466-9077 tropicalsmoothie.com Mexican 757.627.4163 Smoothies/Sandwiches $ L D $ V B L D www.douMArs.coM visitnorfolktoday.com 41 Logan’s Roadhouse Sal’s Famous Ocean View & Golden China Regino’s Italian Subway 1020 N. Military Hwy. New York Pizza East Beach 9645 1st View St. Restaurant 7870 Tidewater Dr. 757-461-6869 1207 N. Military Hwy. 757-583-6008 3816 E. Little Creek Rd. 757-587-7826 logansroadhouse.com 757-455-3663 905 Café & Grill goldenchinava.com 757-588-4300 subway.com Steakhouse salsfamousnypizza.com 905 E. Ocean View Ave. Japanese/Chinese reginosrestaurantofnorfolk.com Subs/Salads $$ L D Pizza/Italian/Subs/Wings 757-480-0107 $ L D Pizza/Italian $ V B L D $ L D 905cafeandgrill.net Lone Star Steakhouse American Greenies Bar & Grill $$ L D Sunset Grill 450 N. Military Hwy. Sawasdee Thai Cuisine $$ B L D 196 W. Ocean View Ave. Royal Garden Chinese Willoughby Harbor Marina 757-466-0124 5601 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-480-1210 Restaurant 1525 Bayville St. lonestarsteakhouse.com 757-233-8220 AJ Gator’s greeniesoceanview.com 155 W. Ocean View Ave. 757-588-1255 Steakhouse sawasdeeva.com 9575 Shore Dr. Bar & Grill 757-480-9391 sunsetgrillnorfolk.com $$ L D Thai 757-228-5857 $$ L D Chinese Seafood $$ V L D gatorssportsbar.com $$ D Martin’s Soul Food Sports Bar Guads at Granby $$ L D 5802 Virginia Beach Blvd. Schlotzsky’s Deli 7515 Granby St. Ruby Tuesday Surf Rider 700 N. Military Hwy. $$ L D 757-305-9555 757-962-3700 7725 Tidewater Dr. Taylors Landing 757-455-2867 Azalea Inn & Time Out soulfoodvb.com Mexican 757-480-3283 8180 Shore Dr. schlotzskys.com Sports Bar Soul Food $$ V L D rubytuesday.com 757-216-7550 Sandwiches/Pizza 2344 E. Little Creek Rd. $ L D Jessy’s Tienda American surfriderrestaurant.com $ V L D 757-587-4649 Seafood Max & Erma’s azaleainnrestaurant.com Y Taqueria $$ V L D $$ L D Doubletree Hotel Starbucks Italian/Greek/Burgers 3201 E. Ocean View Ave. Ruby Tuesday 1500 N. Military Hwy. 1119 N. Military Hwy. 757-531-0033 $$ L D East Beach Sushi King 757-282-2004 757-455-6504 Mexican 4213 E. Little Creek Rd. 4249 E. Little Creek Rd. maxandermas.com starbucks.com Captains Galley $$ VV B L D 757-480-7490 757-588-8866 American Coffeehouse/Café at Vinnings Jose Tequila’s Mexican rubytuesday.com sushikingusa.com $$ B L D $ B L D Landing Marina Japanese/Sushi AYCE 8166 Shore Dr. Grill & Cantina American Naa’s Bakery Subway 757-333-6443 1108 E. Little Creek Rd. $$ V L D $$ VV L D 3527 Tidewater Dr. Janaf Shopping Center captainsgalleynorfolk.com 757-588-8014 Sai Gai Japanese Steak Teppanyaki Grill & 757-623-3858 5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Mexican Subs/Sandwiches/Burgers House & Sushi Bar Supreme Buffet naasbakerynorfolkva.com 757-466-1768 $$ B L D $$ L D 7521 Granby St. 7525 Tidewater Dr. Bakery subway.com 757-423-1000 757-588-0588 Subs/Salads Captain Groovy’s Kin’s Wok II $ B L D Japanese Steakhouse/Sushi Chinese/Japanese AYCE $ V B L D Raw Bar 7645 Granby St. Nawab Indian Cuisine 8101 Shore Dr. 757-423-2828 $$ L D $ L D 888 N. Military Hwy. Surf Rider West 757-965-4667 kinswokii.com Sandfiddler Café The Banque 757-455-8080 723 Newtown Rd. Chinese captaingroovys.com 9561 Shore Dr. 1849 E. Little Creek Rd. nawabonline.com 757-461-6488 Grill & Raw Bar $$ L D 757-227-3484 757-480-3600 Indian surfriderrestaurant.com $$ L D Mac’s Place On The Bay sandfiddlercafe.com thebanque.com * See ad on page A4 Seafood 4110 E. Ocean View Ave. American Country Western Club $$ L D $$ L D Cutty Sark Marina 4704 Pretty Lake Ave. 757-470-5500 $ L D $$ L D Seafood/Sports Bar Olive Garden Tropical Smoothie Café 757-362-2942 Shipwreck Sally’s The Pancake House 5920 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 1153 N. Military Hwy. $$ L D Seafood 1006 E. Ocean View Ave. 7631 Granby St. 757-455-5875 757-455-5694 $$ B L D Moe’s Southwest Grill 757-480-3670 757-489-1060 olivegarden.com tropicalsmoothie.com Domino’s 7550 Granby St. American/Seafood Pancake House Italian Smoothies/Sandwiches 757-309-4294 $ L D $$ L D $ V B L D 195 W. Ocean View Ave. $ V L D 757-480-8100 moes.com The Thirsty Camel Panera Bread Uno Pizzeria & Grill Mexican Starbucks dominos.com East Beach 394 W. Ocean View Ave. 1140 N. Military Hwy. 5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. $ L D Pizza/Pasta/Subs 4231 E. Little Creek Rd. 757-587-1420 757-466-1881 757-466-0923 $ L V D Mojo Bones 757-377-4611 thirstycamelnorfolk.com panerabread.com unos.com 9659 1st View St. starbucks.com Bar/Seafood Bakery/Café Chicago Deep Dish Pizza Domino’s 757-480-6656 Coffeehouse/Café $$ B L D $$ VV B L D $$ GF L D 1774 E. Little Creek Rd. mojobones.com 757-583-4400 $ B L D Tropical Smoothie Café Paradise Pizzeria Uptown Buffet Barbeque 6144 Chesapeake Blvd. dominos.com Starbucks 7862 Tidewater Dr. 1050 N. Military Hwy. $$ L D 757-855-0100 Pizza/Pasta/Subs Wards Corner 757-531-4950 757-893-9293 Mona Lisa Pizza paradisepizzeria.com $ L V D 7550 Granby St. tropicalsmoothie.com uptownbuffet.com East Beach Shops Pizza/Italian/Subs 757-480-3893 Smoothies/Sandwiches AYCE Asian/American Buffet East Beach Sandwich 9583 Shore Dr. starbucks.com $ V B L D $ B L D $$ L D Company 757-362-0200 Qdoba Mexican Grill 4500 Pretty Lake Ave. monalisaspizzaov.com Coffeehouse/Café Tropical Smoothie Café 1140 N Military Hwy. #812 Buffao 757-965-3022 Pizza $ B L D East Beach 757-455-8280 1140 N. Military Hwy. #812 eastbeachsandwichcompany. $$ L D Subway 3841 E. Little Creek Rd. 757-461-1003 qdoba.com com East Beach 757-965-5391 wingsnthingsva.com My Mama’s Kitchen Mexican Sandwiches/Salads 4017 E. Little Creek Rd. tropicalsmoothie.com $ L D Buffalo Wings/Shrimp $ GF VV L D 7943 Shore Dr. Smoothies/Sandwiches 757-233-0433 757-480-0128 Ruby Tuesday $$ L D El Azteca subway.com $ V B L D Zero’s Wings/Barbeque 1201 N. Military Hwy. 1522 E. Little Creek Rd. $ L D Subs/Salads Willoughby Inn 6161 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. 757-587-6016 757-461-5116 $ V B L D Seafood Restaurant rubytuesday.com 757-466-9531 elaztecamr.net/ Ocean View Fishing Subway 1534 W. Ocean View Ave. American zerossubs.com Mexican Pier Restaurant Ocean View 757-480-0226 $$ V L D Subs/Pizza/Wings $ L D 414 W. Ocean View Ave. $ L D 135 W. Ocean View Ave. Seafood Ruby Tuesday Firehouse Subs 757-583-6000 757-583-1989 $ L D 6360 Newtown Rd. 124 E. Little Creek Rd. oceanviewfishingpier.com subway.com 757-455-6041 757-962-1401 Seafood Subs/Salads Zero’s rubytuesday.com firehousesubs.com $$ B L D $ V B L D 8596 Chesapeake Blvd. 757-587-6641 American Subs Razzo $$ V L D Subway zerossubs.com $ VV L D 3248 E. Ocean View Ave. Wards Corner Subs/Pizza/Wings Franco’s By The Bay 757-962-3630 7550 Granby St. $ L D 169 W. Ocean View Ave. razzo-norfolk.com 757-222-2261 757-531-8100 Italian subway.com Italian/Pizza $$ D Subs/Salads $$ L D $ V B L D

42 Norfolk Visitors Guide | 2016 GROUND TRANSPORTATION Carey Limousine & Car Service Visitor Resources 757-963-0433 James River Transportation Currency Exchange Newspaper 757-963-0433 Norfolk International Airport The Virginian-Pilot Orange Peel Transportation 757-855-9785 757-446-9000 757-463-7500 Bank of America (account holders only) AIRPORT INFORMATION Buses 757-441-4770 Norfolk International Airport Greyhound/Trailways BB&T (account holders only) 757-857-3351 800-231-2222 757-823-7800 American (Local) MacArthur Center 800-433-7300 757-222-6100 NORFOLK TOURIST 757-216-3500 Delta SunTrust Train Information 800-221-1212 866-433-7027 Amtrak Information Center Southwest The VisitNorfolk Tourist Information Center is Wells Fargo (account holders only) 800-872-7245 800-435-9792 conveniently located in downtown Norfolk. We are 757-622-2740 United Airlines 757-222-6100 open Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 5pm and Emergency Numbers 800-241-6522 11am – 2pm on Saturday and Sunday. Weekend Ambulance & Rescue, Fire, Police USAirways Taxicab Service hours may be extended to accommodate festivals 911 800-428-4322 Andy’s Cab and other events. The Information Center is ready to Coast Guard (Search & Rescue) 757-461-8880 assist you with your travel needs, including directions Airport Shuttle Black and White 757-484-8192 Airport Connection or other Norfolk related information; either in person Fire Department non-emergency 757-855-4444 757-963-0433 or via LiveChat, our online assistance program. The 757-441-5610 Norfolk Checker Taxi Information Center also has a wide variety of printed Physicians Referral Service Auto Rental 757-855-3333 brochures and resources available. 800-736-8272 Alamo Green & White Located inside the Information Center is the Police/Sheriff non-emergency 800-462-5266 757-855-6611 “Mermaid Market” which sells local and unique 757-441-5610 Avis Yellow Cab of Norfolk mermaid gifts as well as HRT Go-Passes and State Police (dial #77 on a mobile phone) 800-831-2847 757-857-8888 VDOT E-ZPass transponders. You may also visit 757-424-6800 Budget Passenger Ferry visitnorfolktoday.com/shop for easy, online ordering! 800-527-0700 Elizabeth River Ferry VisitNorfolk also has a Mobile Visitor Center. Norfolk TOURIST Dollar 757-222-6100 Throughout the year, VisitNorfolk will utilize the Mobile INFORMATION Center 800-800-3665 232 East Main St. • Norfolk, VA CHARTER BOATS Visitor Center at festivals, attractions and local & Enterprise regional events to distribute materials, maps & 800-368-3097 • visitnorfolktoday.com Carrie B Showboat 800-736-8227 information. Check out our official Facebook page at Language Bank 757-393-4735 Hertz facebook.com/VisitNorfolkVA to find out where our Language Bank (American Red Cross) . 800-654-3131 USO office Mobile Visitor Center will be every weekend or visit: 757-225-4060 National USO of Hampton Roads visitnorfolktoday.com/visitor-center to book the 800-227-7368 757-233-0567 Mobile Visitor Center for your event or festival. Thrifty 800-367-2277 232 East Main St. Norfolk, VA • 1-800-368-3097 www.visitnorfolktoday.com Sports & recreation Baseball Norfolk Charter Fishing Pelicans’ Nest Marina Norfolk Tides Fishing Boats Willoughby Harbor Marina 4401 Pretty Lake Ave. 757-622-2222 Vinings Landing Marine Center 1525 Bayville St. 757-362-2541 8166 Shore Dr. College Athletics - NCAA 757-583-4150 Rebel Marina, 1553 Bayville St. 757-587-8000 757-588-6022 , Division 1 Ocean View Fishing Pier, Willoughby Harbor Marina 400 W. Ocean View Ave. SailTime Sailing Center at Willoughby 757-823-9009 1525 Bayville St. Harbor Marina,1525 Bayville St. , Division 1 757-583-6000 757-583-4150 757-480-7245 757-683-4444 Boating Vinings Landing Marine Center Virginia Wesleyan College, Division 3 Charter Boats Bay Point Marina, 9500 30th Bay St. 8166 Shore Dr. 757-455-3303 American Rover 757-362-3600 757-587-8000 757-627-SAIL (7245) Cobb’s Marina Inc., 4524 Dunning Rd. Beaches-Public Waterside Marina, 333 Waterside Dr. Carrie B Showboat 757-588-5401 Community Beach 757-625-3625 954-609-4735 Cutty Sark Marina 700 E. Ocean View Ave. Willoughby Harbor Marina, 1525 Bayville St. Harrison Charters 4707 Pretty Lake Ave. Ocean View Beach Park 757-583-4150 100 W. Ocean View Ave. 757-587-9630 757-362-2942 Sarah Constant Shrine Beach Mariner IV Custom Charters Harbor Marine, 4401 Pretty Lake Ave. Ice Hockey 300 W. Ocean View Ave. 757-627-2117 757-961-9411 Norfolk Admirals Administration Office Fishing Licenses Key Dreams Charter Boat Service 757-640-1212 / Tickets: 800-745-3000 757-441-2149 Virginia Marine Resources Commission 9500 30th Bay St. Public Golf Courses Northside Pool 757-247-2200 757-406-0943 Lamberts Point Golf Course 757-441-1760 Virginia Dept. of Game & Inland Fisheries Little Creek Marina 757-489-1677 Boat Ramps-Public 804-367-1000 4801 Pretty Lake Ave. Ocean View Golf Course Cobb’s Marina Inc. Licenses may also be obtained at 757-362-3600 Kmart or Wal-Mart. 757-480-2094 4524 Dunning Rd. 757-588-5401

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