Newport News Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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This coastal Virginia town has beautiful parks, a fascinating history and a bustling downtown filled with museums, restaurants and theatres. 

The history and prime location of Newport News make this coastal town one of Virginia's most popular destinations.

Regardless of your age or interest, the Virginia Living Museum is likely to have an exhibit that will delight you. See animals up close at the aquarium and aviary. Explore interactive exhibits at the science centre and planetarium. Enjoy beautiful weather while you stroll on the elevated boardwalk outdoors, where you will see indigenous animals, coastal birds and lush native gardens. 

The Mariners' Museum is one of the world's largest maritime history museums. View tens of thousands of artifacts ranging from ship figureheads to steam engines the exhibits could keep you busy for days. The museum also has a vast collection of maritime paintings. 

Catch a show or take a class at the Peninsula Fine Arts Centre. This institution has a variety of dance, theatre and music programmes.

The quaint Hilton Village is actually a memorial to a pioneering movement in urban planning. This neighbourhood in the style of an English village was built during World War I as a response to housing demands for employees of the town's booming shipbuilding industry. Spend the day enjoying quaint shops, restaurants and cafés lining the streets of Hilton Village.

Newport News has 36 city parks. Newport News Park is one of  America's largest city parks. Walk or bike along its miles of trails that meander through shady forests and green meadows. Rent a boat to paddle around the park's ponds or reserve a campsite for the evening. 

Newport News is a great place to visit any time of year. From its central coastal location, it is minutes to Williamsburg and just a short drive to Virginia Beach. Whether you want to spend a day touring its many museums or exploring its natural beauty, this town is one not to be missed. 

Where to stay in Newport News

Newport News featuring a sunset and a garden

Central Newport News

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Central Newport News, you might make a stop by sights like Patrick Henry Mall and Ferguson Center for the Arts.

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North Newport News

If you're spending some time in North Newport News, Fort Eustis and Lee Hall Mansion are top sights worth seeing.

North Newport News
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Kiln Creek

While Kiln Creek isn't home to many top sights, Patrick Henry Mall and Newport News Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kiln Creek
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Oyster Point

Though Oyster Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Patrick Henry Mall and Virginia Living Museum.

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Reservoir

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Reservoir and surrounding area, you can visit Fort Eustis and Lee Hall Mansion.

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Deerfield

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Deerfield and surrounding area, you can visit Hampton Roads Iceplex and Patrick Henry Mall.

Deerfield
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Comfort Inn Newport News - Hampton I-64
2.5 out of 5
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Comfort Inn Newport News - Hampton I-64
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2.5 out of 5
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Red Roof Inn & Suites Newport News
Red Roof Inn & Suites Newport News
2 out of 5
16890 Warwick Boulevard, building A, Newport News, VA
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3.5 out of 5
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